REGISTER NOW FOR THE MSD
ANNUAL COUNCIL MEETING
EDUCATION PROGRAM
INAUGURAL RECEPTION
SUPERHERO FOR HOPE 5K RUN/WALK
Council Members Are Strongly Encouraged to Participate in the virtual Council Meeting to be held on Tuesday, November 1, 2022.

Holding Company Board Members Should Register to Attend the virtual Holding Company Board Annual Meeting (Nov 2)
(For Holding Company Board Members Only - see below to register)

This year's virtual Education Program will focus on
"Tragedy, Trust, Truth: Mending Our Society" and will be held on Thursday, November 3rd at 6 p.m.

After a two year hiatus, join us as we gather together at the Smyrna Opera House for the Inaugural Reception to recognize our incoming officers and those Physicians nominated by their peers who have gone above and beyond during the COVID-19 pandemic. This event will take place on Saturday evening, November 5th beginning at 6 p.m.

And before getting ready for the Inaugural Reception, participate in the MSD Superhero for Hope 5k Run/Walk and Health Fair taking place at Rockford Park in Wilmington on Saturday morning, November 5th with registration/check-in at 8 a.m.
Annual Meeting of the Council
The Annual Meeting of the Medical Society of Delaware Council will be held virtually on Tuesday, November 1, 2022, beginning at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. Those planning to participate are requested to register in advance, as Zoom meeting links will be provided only to those who have registered prior to the deadline of October 28th. Council Members are especially encouraged to participate to represent their constituents on items presented for vote. Those who have registered will also be sent the Council Handbook via email in advance of the Council Meeting.

The Council will deliberate resolutions, review and adopt the 2023 budget, consider changes to the Bylaws, and vote on nominees up for election. To date, four resolutions have been presented for consideration by the Council:

  • Addressing the Improper Use of the Word Provider
  • Minimizing the Influence of Social Media on Gun Violence
  • MSD Support of Engaged Neutrality for Medical Aid in Dying
  • Addressing Health Disparities in Food Allergy Prevention

Education Program - "Tragedy, Trust, Truth: Mending Our Society"
MSD will provide two timely education sessions that you have been waiting for. Mark your calendars for Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 6 p.m. to join in for these two presentations you won't want to miss. This activity has been approved for 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CreditTM.

Margot Savoy, MD, Senior Vice President, Education, Inclusiveness and Physician Well-Being at the American Academy of Family Physicians will present "Rebuilding Public Trust in Science."

Delaware State Police, Homeland Security, Terrorism Liaison Officer Detective Daniel Blomquist will present "Violent Intruder Preparation and Response."

Inaugural Reception
Join us on Saturday, November 5, 2022 at 6:00 p.m. as we get back to an in-person social event for our Annual Meeting celebration. Matthew J. Burday, DO, MSD President, will be giving out his awards recognizing the Daniel J. Alvarez Distinguished Service Award recipient, as well as the recipient of the President's Award.

New this year is the recognition of the COVID-19 pandemic honorees who have been nominated by their peers for demonstrating extraordinary commitment to their patients, communities, and profession during the COVID-19 pandemic.

And, we are putting a little magic in the air with nationally known magician Ran'D Shine who will be performing on stage and in the audience.

Come spend the evening with your colleagues, indulge in food and beverage, and honor your peers in a Delaware historic building, the Smyrna Opera House.

Cost per person is $50. Attire is business casual.


Please visit the 2022 Annual Meeting Webpage on the MSD website to register for each event you would like to attend. The deadline to register is Friday, October 28th.
EACH EVENT HAS A SEPARATE REGISTRATION
PROCESS. BE SURE TO REGISTER FOR ALL EVENTS
YOU WANT TO ATTEND.
Holding Company Board of Directors Annual Meeting
Those members of the MSD Holding Company Board of Directors are also requested to register to participate in its Annual Meeting to be held on Wednesday, November 2, 2022, beginning at 6:00 p.m. via Zoom. The Zoom meeting link will be provided to those who register prior to the registration deadline.

This meeting is for Holding Company Board members only.

The deadline to register is Friday, October 28th.
MSD Superhero for Hope 5k Run/Walk and Health Fair
And don't forget about the MSD 5k Run/Walk and Health Fair being held on Saturday, November 5, 2022 beginning at 8 a.m. with registration/check-in at Rockford Park in Wilmington. This family-friendly event is being held in conjunction with a community health and wellness fair. This year’s 5k theme encourages the health care community and EVERYONE who loves and cares for our youth to “wear your capes” (white coats, scrubs, Halloween garb, superman outfits or whatever your super hero wardrobe may be) to show support for our young Delawareans. Of course, you’re also welcome to just show up in your walking/running gear. Race participants will enjoy t-shirts and post-race food and refreshments. Registration cost is $30.
 
Join us for this exciting event for an early morning of fun, excitement, positive energy and exercise before a night of more fun, mingling, and entertainment!
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