ASAP e-newsletter: May 12, 2021
Professional Development Opportunity
Survey Closes THIS WEEK
The Colorado Medical Society has made a professional development investment on behalf of all our members.

As we roll out Leadership Advancement opportunities through our new diversity and inclusion learning curriculums, we need to hear from you.

We’re reaching out to all members to get your perspective on diversity and inclusion. 
Related news: The American Medical Association releases strategic plan to embed racial justice and advance health equity. Read more here.

The bill passed the House last week and moves to the Senate this week where it has been assigned to the Senate Health and Human Services Committee.
The Colorado Medical Society has been actively engaged at every level and is now working with key Senators on this committee to try to remove mandatory participation for physicians and rate-setting from the bill.
Here's how you can help:
Physicians needed for mentor opportunity - May 26
Four physician volunteers are needed to serve as medical student mentors during the Donate for Mothers Blood Services Education Day in Denver on May 26.

Mentors will be a part of a rotating panel to speak with medical students and community youth about the art of medicine. A variety of practice settings and specialties are encouraged! Mentors can stay for one hour or the whole day. You can also schedule to give blood if interested.

11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. - Tour of Vitalant Lowry Donation Center
12:30 - 3 p.m. - Mentor conversations
12:45 - 4 p.m. - Blood donation opportunities

Learn more at vitalant.org/donateformothers or contact WNielsen@vitalant.org for more information.
You are invited to attend the Arts + Wellness Forum focused on Resiliency for Healthcare Workers
Wed. May 26, 2021 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Colorado is leading the nation in leveraging creative arts therapies to help build resiliency for our healthcare workers, including physicians, nurses and administrators.
Continuing Education Opportunities
Northern Colorado Medical Society, with support from Colorado Medical Society, presents the next event in the NCMS Virtual Education Series:

"Medical Nutrition and Chronic Disease Management"

Gain a better understanding of how nutrition plays a role in preventing, treating and managing chronic disease.

Speakers: Cory Carroll, MD;
& Zhaoping Li, MD

May 20, 12-1:30 p.m.

1.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ available

Full accreditation information available on the registration page
Partners in Medicine Lunch and Learn series
[NEW DATE!] HIPAA Compliance webinar - June 9, 12-1:30 p.m.

Register today for the next Partners in Medicine Lunch and Learn events proudly hosted by the Colorado Medical Society. On June 9, 12-1:30 p.m., Abyde will present on HIPAA compliance in 2021. On June 23, 12-1 p.m. HippoHealth will present on telehealth.

June 9: HIPAA Compliance with Abyde - Register here
June 23: Telehealth with HippoHealth - Register here
In other news...
Questions about COVID-19 therapeutics?
Download resources from the state in English and Spanish
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has updated their information sheets for monoclonal antibodies as the recommendations for mAbs have evolved due to COVID-19 variants. Bamlanivimab as a monotherapy is no longer under an emergency use authorization; however, it can be used as a combination therapy as can the Regeneron cocktail to treat mild to moderate COVID-19 in at risk, non hospitalized individuals.
Webinar: The Power to Stop Infections. Together
Tuesday, May 17, 12:15-1:15 p.m.

The Colorado Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics, with support from the Colorado Medical Society and Colorado Academy of Family Physicians, presents:
"Project Firstline: The Power to Stop Infections. Together."

Nicole Poole, MD, MPH, FAAP, a pediatric infectious disease expert, will share evidence-based strategies to help you and your staff better control and prevent infections in your exam rooms, entryways and communities.
Speaker: Nicole Poole, MD, MPH, FAAP, pediatric infectious disease expert
Thanks to our Partners in Medicine
Upcoming CMS Committee Meetings
All Colorado Medical Society committee meetings are open to all CMS members. Find a full list of events here: cms.org/events.
Questions? Contact membership@cms.org.

  • Committee on Professional Education and Accreditation - Thursday, May 13, 4-5 p.m. Register here

  • Physician Mindfulness Group Meeting - Thursday, May 20, 6-7 p.m. Register here

  • CMS Board of Directors Meeting - Friday, May 21, 1-5 p.m. Register here

  • Committee on Value in Health Care - Tuesday, May 25, 6-7:30 p.m. Register here

  • Workers' Compensation & Personal Injury Committee - Wednesday, June 2, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Register here

Registration is required for most meetings. Non-members or those unable to be identified at the time of the meeting will be removed from the meeting. Unsure if you are a CMS member? Email membership@cms.org.
Thanks to our Partners in Medicine
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