Michigan State Medical Society

Physicians are patients’ number one champions and will stand by their patients through all the ups and downs of what can be a complex healthcare system. It’s time we reprioritize the physician-patient connection once and for all. #YourCareisAtOurCore Learn more: 👉 https://loom.ly/Zd2_buk

A History of Forensic Medicine in America🔎🩺 Join us on Monday, November 4, 2024, 7:00 – 8:00 pm EST as MSMS resumes its History of Medicine Series for a presentation by Jeffrey Jentzen, MD, entitled “A History of Forensic Medicine in America.”  Doctor Jentzen is the Director of Autopsy at the University of Michigan Department of Pathology.  He was formerly the chief medical examiner for Milwaukee County Wisconsin from 1987 to 2008.  While in Milwaukee, he investigated the Jeffrey Dahmer case and over 2,500 homicide cases. This presentation is free, but registration is required. Click here to register and receive the Zoom link: 👉 https://loom.ly/E5rPI60

Open Enrollment for Dental and Vision Now Through November 15! 🦷👓 MSMS Physicians Insurance Agency (PIA) offers Delta Dental and VSP Vision insurance plans tailored specifically for our members, their families, and their employees. Our plans provide robust coverage at competitive rates, ensuring that you receive the quality care you need while supporting the Michigan State Medical Society's mission. Contact Andrea Rush at 517-336-7569 or arush@msms.org for more information.

YesRx is grateful to be here to contribute to the long-standing, amazing work being done to support patients with #cancer. Today we want to thank Michigan State Medical Society for highlighting the work of the YesRx Network and helping to raise awareness of the resources YesRx has available for patients and cancer care teams. https://lnkd.in/gRztJ29x #NationalBreastCancerAwarenessMonth

Upcoming Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities with MSMS 🚨 Consider supporting the Michigan State Medical Society by becoming an exhibiting or sponsoring partner at one of our Fall 2024 events. This year, MSMS has three remaining in person conferences as outlined below: ➡️A Day of Board of Medicine Renewal Requirements November 8, 2024 8:30 am – 4:45 pm EST DoubleTree by Hilton, Ann Arbor ➡️28th Annual Conference on Bioethics November 9, 2024 8:45 am – 4:30 pm EST DoubleTree by Hilton, Ann Arbor ➡️A Day of Board of Medicine Renewal Requirements November 22, 2024 8:30 am – 4:45 pm EST Holiday Inn and Suites Detroit Troy If you have questions or need additional information, please contact Beth Elliott at belliott@msms.org or 517-336-5789. Click here to view the full partnership prospectus: 👉 https://loom.ly/BfC3swQ

October 26th is the DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 💊 The drug overdose epidemic in the United States is a clear and present public health, public safety, and national security threat. The Drug Enforcement Administration's National Prescription Drug Take Back Day reflects their commitment to Americans’ safety and health, encouraging the public to remove unneeded medications from their homes as a measure of preventing medication misuse and opioid addiction from ever starting. 👉 https://loom.ly/OEOx_iY On the below webpage are resources to help you dispose of unneeded medications in your home, seek treatment for a substance use disorder and learn more about the drug overdose epidemic in the United States. 👉 https://loom.ly/Ccdl-6w

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month🎀 MSMS continues its partnership with the American Medical Association's "Your Care is at Our Core" campaign, with the acknowledgment of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Learn more about helpful resources for patients and healthcare professionals at the link below! #YourCareIsAtOurCore #BCA 👉 https://loom.ly/k_JV3NY

Michigan State Medical Society I’d much rather be taking care of patients. The survey “found that clinicians spend nearly 28 hours per week on administrative duties” https://lnkd.in/gNSVHXvg

The Michigan Clinicians for Climate Action's 1st Annual Conference is Coming Up on November 2nd! 🌎 Health professionals & advocates of all types are invited to come learn from community leaders & organizers about environmental determinants impacting Detroiters’ health and how health professionals can be effective advocates for a healthy climate. What to expect: ➡️Environmental Justice Bus Tour ➡️Climate and Health Panel Discussion ➡️Advocacy Workshop ➡️Breakfast and Lunch Scan the QR code or visit https://loom.ly/f5lWONg to register and for more information!

It’s Cyber Awareness Week! Are You Sure You Have Adequate Coverage? 🖥️ When cyber-attacks, such as data breaches and hacks, occur, they can result in devastating damage, such as business disruptions, lost revenue, and litigation. It is important to remember that every organization is at risk for cybercrime. Cyber liability insurance has become an essential component to protect your physician practice. Be prepared when it's your turn to be targeted. To learn more about cyber liability insurance, contact Andrea Rush at 517-336-7569 or arush@msms.org.