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Healthcare News and Updates from CVMS and MSV
This page will provide updates on medical news you need to know regarding our healthcare system, healthcare delivery, interesting articles, meeting updates, events, and even some entertainment. If you have an article you would like to share or a thoughtful, constructive concern or opinion, please send it to cvmedsoc@gmail.com so we can publish it here.
"Knowledge has power. It controls access to opportunity and advancement."
--Peter Drucker
Nov 13, 2024
People Solutions Digest
Here is the latest edition of the monthly "People Solutions Digest" from Lockton that you might find interesting.
Oct 13, 2024
"Making a Difference" CME Medical Conference Hosted by CVMS on November 2
Our First Annual CME Medical Conference is scheduled for Saturday morning, November 2, 2024. Great topics. New information. You won't want to miss it!
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Oct 10, 2024
CVMS Bulletin October 2024
The Official newsletter of the Coastal Virginia Medical Society - October 2024 Edition
Oct 10, 2024
News from the Richmond Academy of Medicine
Tragic Resident Suicide Sends Warnings
The tragic March 1 suicide of 33-year-old GWU ophthalmology resident Dr. Will West has shaken the medical community, and his recently revealed suicide note sends a stark warning to hospitals about medical residents facing grueling conditions, severe overwork, and inadequate pay.
"Iron Will," as he was known to friends and family for his grit and determination, suffered from ADHD and depression but refused to seek treatment out of fear of the negative impacts it could have on his career. "Imperfection is not allowed. Weakness is not either. When it's there, it's treated with disdain instead of an opportunity for learning and growth," he revealed in his suicide note.
Dr. West also included his parting wish. "I hope that an effort can be made to understand, support, and mentor the residents rather than simply to assess and drive them toward their highest potential as doctors." He also addressed George Washington University's School of Medicine directly with the ominous warning that other residents are fighting a similar "life and death battle."
"Often that battle may cause symptoms that look an awful lot like laziness, lack of motivation or waste of intelligence, all unforgivable sins in our profession," Dr. West wrote and Daily Mail reports.
Continue reading "News from the Richmond Academy of Medicine"
Oct 04, 2024
Physician Satisfaction Survey
Are you satisfied with your career? Answer this anonymous survey.
Oct 04, 2024
How to Respond to an Auditor's Records Request
Thanks to a recent excellent informative document put out by the Hancock-Daniel law firm on the MSV website, physicians now have a reference for what to do when an auditor requests your records...
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Sep 26, 2024
Krueger Medical Scholars Program
Through a combined effort among community physicians, the Krueger Foundation, Sentara Health, and local public and private high schools in the Hampton Roads area, and supported by a generous grant from TowneBank, a renewed Medical Scholars Program has been established. This program actually started several years ago but had to be discontinued during the pandemic. It has now been restarted beginning with Bayside High School and Norfolk Academy with plans to expand to most other local high schools as well.
What Is the Medical Scholars Program?
It is a program designed to allow upper level high school students to "shadow" community physicians and other health professionals as they work in their offices or in the hospital for two purposes: To enhance their education in the health sciences, and to provide students with the opportunity to see if they might want to consider a future career in Medicine. This would provide a great service to the community and eventually help to improve access to care.
If you might be interested in participating in this program, please call or email Greg Warth, MD at 757-816-8399 or medicalscholars363@gmail.com.
Here is a link to our website for more information...
Sep 26, 2024
Mark Warden at CVMS Meeting on September 19, 2024
Mark Warden gave a very informative presentation on the economy at our most recent meeting on September 19, 2024. Here is a link to a video showing most of his talk in case you weren't able to attend.
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Sep 24, 2024
Is It Time to Re-Consider a Universal Public Option?
Vermont almost set up a Universal Public Health Option 10 years ago, but the Governor vetoed it at the last minute. The current health system is getting worse every year. Is it time to reconsider universal health coverage if the tax would be less than the premiums we have to pay for private insurance? The future of medicine could potentially have two options: universal coverage and a private option with direct pay practices.
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Sep 19, 2024
Richmond Academy Newsletter
Here is a link to another newsletter that you might like, called "The Leg Up."
Sep 16, 2024
CVMS Bulletin Aug Sep 24
The CVMS Bulletin Aug Sep 24 contains all the medical news and views you want to know, upcoming events and webinars, comments and concerns about healthcare.
Sep 14, 2024
Average Physician Pay
Average physician pay is higher in terms of dollars, but when corrected for inflation, it barely budged.
Sep 12, 2024
CVMS Newsletter Sign Up
Sign up for the CVMS Bulletin Here. Get the medical news and views you need to know.
Sep 07, 2024
CVMS Events
This page contains information regarding upcoming events hosted by Coastal Virginia Medical Society
Aug 31, 2024
Invitation to the Krueger Lectureship and Annual Dinner
Members of Coastal Virginia Medical Society are cordially invited to attend the John J. Krueger Lectureship and Annual Dinner on October 8 at the Wyndham in Virginia Beach. Please RSVP using the link below:
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Aug 19, 2024
Docs and Hops Event - a Reminder
You don't want to miss this! The MSVPAC is hosting a fun and laid-back social event for members of the physician community where they can enjoy some wonderful local beer while socializing and discussing issues relevant to the physician community. The information for the event is as follows:
• When: Thursday, August 22nd from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
• Where: Smartmouth Brewing Company, 1309 Raleigh Ave, Norfolk, VA
• Cost:
• Good for What Ales You - $50 Single Ticket
• Pitcher Perfect Student Ticket - $25
• I Wish You Were Beer Sponsor Package - $300
• Sponsor Recognition and 10 tickets to distribute as you wish
• Registration:
https://mx.msv.org/Events/Calendar-Of-Events/Meeting-Home-Page?meetingid={EEC096F2-3524-EF11-840A-000D3A8D807D}
• Registration is limited to the first 40 registrants, so act now to save your spot!
Aug 19, 2024
Innovative Approaches to Obesity Medicine
This conference sponsored by SoMeDocs is occurring September 6-8 and will bring you up to date on obesity medicine with a great lineup of fantastic speakers. Register here...
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Aug 15, 2024
Conference on Risk Management
Some of you may be interested in learning more about risk management. Here is a one-day conference that you can attend virtually that might be helpful.
Aug 15, 2024
How Financial Gifts are Taxed
The Coastal Virginia Medical Foundation is asking for donations to build up its available supply of funds to be used for charitable healthcare purposes locally. See the page on Foundation on this website. The following link will lead you to an article on how the IRS looks at financial gifts including how and when they can be taxed:
Aug 09, 2024
Value-Based Medical Care vs. Fee-for-Service: What's the difference?
Hello,
I would like to invite you to the CenterWell/Conviva Virtual Doc Talk on August 28 at 4:00PM CST/5:00PM EST.
Our featured speaker is:
Dr. Jose Perez, MDArea Medical DirectorCenterWell Senior Primary Care, Houston, Texas
We will be discussing:
The benefits of practicing under a value-based care model
Bilingual Physician,
Advanced Practice Provider, & Leadership career opportunities
Why making a career move to a growing practice might be right for you
Open Q&A session
Thank you to those that have already registered, we look forward to seeing you on August 28, you will receive a calendar invite soon. For those that haven't registered yet, please RSVP with this link:
https://careers.humana.com/campaign/join-us-for-our-june-virtual-doc-talk-3/
For questions please contact:
Kelly DukeSr. Physician RecruiterCell/Text #: 210.802.1590Email: KDuke@humana.com
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Aug 07, 2024
Coastal-Virginia-Medical-Foundation
Medical Foundation serving the needs of Norfolk, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach.
Jul 04, 2024
Foundation Membership
What it means to be a part of the CVM Foundation Membership and how to Join.
Jul 04, 2024
Proposals and Resolutions
How to write proposals and resolutions for the Coastal Virginia Medical Society
Jul 04, 2024
Calling All Delegates!
MSV 2nd DISTRICT NEWS:
*A 2nd District Pre-MSV Annual Meeting Caucus is being held on the 2nd Thursday of August (August 8th) at 7:00 pm. Dinner (Olive Garden - Western Branch-Chesapeake-corner of Portsmouth Blvd. and Taylor Rd.) is included. All delegates/alternate delegates of the MSV 2nd District are encouraged to attend.
Current CVMS Delegates include:
Keith Berger, MD
Duane Lawrence, MD
Peter Kemp, MD
Joan Lingen, MD
We still need one more Delegate and five Alternate Delegates to represent CVMS. Please send email if you are interested.
cvms@cvmedicalsociety.org
Jul 01, 2024
CVMS Bulletin June-July 2024
CVMS Bulletin June/July 2024 - New updates on what is really happening in medicine.
Jun 11, 2024
Satisfied with your Life?
Are you satisfied with your life, your career, your relationships? Are you burned out, irritable, anxious, unhappy? If you are not happy, you don't have to be stuck with that.
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May 22, 2024
CVMS-benefit-insurance-discounts
Through our affiliation with the Medical Society of Northern Virginia, CVMS members are now eligible to receive deep discounts on a variety of insurance plans.
May 07, 2024
CVMS-Position-Paper-Womens-Rights
Opinion on Women's Rights. Response to Alabama's Supreme Court decision regarding embryos as persons.
Mar 20, 2024
Remote Patient Monitoring
Remote patient monitoring is a Medicare-approved and Stark-approved program that allows physicians to monitor their patients' health like never before.
Mar 06, 2024
Lucky Day Event
March 13 is your Lucky Day! The Coastal Virginia Medical Society cordially invites you to this awesome early celebration of St. Patrick's Day. Catch up and share a toast with your friends and colleagues. Meet your local representatives. Learn more about our Medical Society and what we are up to this year. You don't know the half of it yet!
When: March 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM.
Where: The Penthouse Lounge at the Westin Residencies: 4535 Commerce Street, in the Virginia Beach Town Center.
Dress: Business Casual. Come right from work. Wear something green.
Service: We will be serving heavy hors d'oeuvres and wine, complements of CVMS.
Learn: More about CVMS Advocacy and Benefits and what we can do for you.
Virtual Presentation: "Telemedicine" by Dr. Karen Rheuban
Raffle: $100 Gift Certificate x3
Bring a Guest!
Please use the link below to view our event website and RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there!
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Newsletter
Stay up to date on issues and news you need to know. The CVMS Bulletin is published monthly and will list concerns that local physicians have expressed about healthcare in Coastal Virginia and how we can make it better. We will provide potential solutions and let you know what is happening behind the scenes to help solve these problems. Membership is not currently required to receive the newsletter.
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