Greene County Medical Society and Alliance

Report of the MO Delegation to the AMA

Outgoing President, Jesse Ehrenfeld, MD, spoke at length, both at the Organization of State Medical Association Presidents (OSMAP) and at the opening session of the HOD.
"There is a privilege and a great responsibility that comes with being a physician. There is a responsibility to be an advocate, speak out against injustices, stand up for science, and give voice to the real-world challenges facing physicians. But being an advocate comes with personal costs. Why do any of us fight for change?"
Dr. Ehrenfeld said that he kept coming back to the same answer. "This moment in health care demands the attention of all of us. It is our fight." Furthermore, "We fight for what we know is right. A better health care system. A more accessible health care system. A more equitable health care system. A more financially sustainable health care system. The future of our profession and our nation's health cannot be left to chance. This is why we fight."

Read more about the report in Missouri Medicine.

Mo Med July/August 2024 Page-250 AMA REPORT Report of the American Medical Association Annual Meeting by Charles W. Van Way, III, MD & the Missouri AMA Delegation the attention of all of us. It is our fight.” Furthermore, “We fight for what we know is right. A better health care system. A more accessible health care system. A m...

“One of the worst days in America’s history saw some of the bravest acts in Americans’ history. We’ll always honor the heroes of 9/11. And here at this hallowed place, we pledge that we will never forget their sacrifice.”
—President George W. Bush at the Pentagon in 2008

🎉Save the NEW date🎉
The BI-MONTHLY, MSMA Presents, hosted by MSMA President David Pohl, MD, has now moved to Wednesdays!
Our next program is
Wednesday, September 18, at 6:00 pm.
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For this upcoming MSMA Presents, we will be joined by Trent Watson, a longtime lobbyist, and capital denizen to give us an insider's take on what the November election looks like for the House of Medicine.
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After his Crystal Ball presentation, we will have an opportunity for questions and answers. Additionally, we will be showcasing our new MMPAC tiers and the benefits associated with each level of giving.
👉TO REGISTER visit MSMA.ORG/EVENTS👈

Monday MSMA Membership Matters

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Be sure to jump on this call!! You will want to hear and take notes! AMAZING SPEAKER!
Dr. Simmons, from the Dr. Lorna Breen Foundation, spoke at the AMA Alliance Annual Meeting in June.
This call is at 10:00 AM OUR TIME!! (CENTRAL!)

Home Page - AMA Alliance CONNECT Expand your circle through existing community alliances and our social portals. EDUCATE Promote healthy communities using essential tools and resources. ADVOCATE Learn about legislation and advocacy efforts. Racheal Kunesh, President Welcome to the home page of the American Medical Associati...

Promoting Mental Health Advocacy

Honoring National Physician Su***de Awareness Day - The DO National Physician Su***de Awareness Day is on Sept. 17. The yearly observance promotes mental health advocacy and the overall wellbeing of physicians.

Continuing with "Taking Care of Our Own", GCMS Alliance brings awareness to what impacts the physician impacts the family and together impacts the community.

The AMA Joy in Medicine Program recognizes health systems that have reduced burnout in their organization and provides them with a roadmap to improve physician well-being.
In this podcast, Dr Agarwal, Northwestern Medicine's Well-Being Program has earned Gold Level Recognition in the AMA Joy in Medicine™ System Recognition Program.

Growing a well-being program, the value of a chief wellness officer and well-being program examples The AMA Update covers a range of health care topics affecting the lives of physicians and patients. Learn more about well-being programs.

💜💚❤Happy Physician Family Day💜💚❤

Alliances and Societies have recognized the vital importance of relaxing and spending time with family and socializing with other physician families is an essential part of maintaining a balanced lifestyle.

The has built a “Toolbox” to help you navigate the vast world of Physician Family Burnout and Mental Health.

We have gathered lots of useful information, from reputable sources to help you identify and intervene where needed, and put it all into one convenient location to make it as easy as possible. Let’s get this out there and share!!

https://amaalliance.org/physician-burnout/

Wonderful event. It was very enlightening to visit with these individuals who care about healthcare and the health of their state and communities!

💚Thank you for joining the GCMS Alliance
at Dickerson Park Zoo🦉🦒🦚
Thank you to ALL the staff at DPZ for their attention and
care for us during the evening! You were terrific!!
It was a Marvelous Evening❤

The GCMS Alliance sends its condolences to the Howard Redmon family for the loss of Howard Redmon, 2000-2001 Past President GCMS Alliance.

Obituary information for Howard Granville Redmon View Howard Granville Redmon's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

💚GCMS Alliance 💚
❤️‍🩹Appreciates Our Sponsors❤️‍🩹
Ferrell Duncan Clinic Foundation &
Mercy!

💚💜GCMS ALLIANCE💚💜
🎉🩺CELEBRATES PHYSICIAN FAMILY DAY🩺🎉
🐅DICKERSON PARK ZOO🐒
👉TOMORROW👈

❤️‍🩹Physician Families make health and wellness a priority in the community & need to be recognized for the vital role they play in healthcare❤️‍🩹

📣 MMPAC NEWS & FUNDRAISERS📣
ATTEND IF YOU CAN, SUPPORT IF YOU CAN'T!

🌟THIS EVENING🌟

📧RSVP: [email protected]

🇺🇸MMPAC FUNDRAISERS!🇺🇸
ATTEND IF YOU CAN, SUPPORT IF YOU CAN'T!

👉 THIS EVENING 👈
1338 S. Delaware Ave.
Springfield Missouri 65804
5:30PM- 7:00PM

✨Meet and Support✨
Jon Patterson MD, Alex Riley, Melanie Stinnett,
Ben Baker, Darin Chappell

📧 RSVP: [email protected]

📣 MMPAC NEWS & FUNDRAISERS📣
ATTEND IF YOU CAN, SUPPORT IF YOU CAN'T!

👉We are in the final stretch of an all-important election cycle that will conclude in early November and we appreciate those who have and continue to give to MMPAC so that we can continue to have an MMPAC’t in the election. 🇺🇸

📅 EVENT TOMORROW EVENING📅

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🇺🇸MMPAC FUNDRAISERS!🇺🇸
ATTEND IF YOU CAN, SUPPORT IF YOU CAN'T!

👉 THIS WEDNESDAY👈
1338 S. Delaware Ave.
Springfield Missouri 65804
5:30PM- 7:00PM

✨Meet and Support✨
Jon Patterson MD, Alex Riley, Melanie Stinnett,
Ben Baker, Darin Chappell

Contact MSMA's Jacob Scott for more information at
[email protected].

📣 MMPAC NEWS & FUNDRAISERS📣
ATTEND IF YOU CAN, SUPPORT IF YOU CAN'T!

👉We are in the final stretch of an all-important election cycle that will conclude in early November and we appreciate those who have and continue to give to MMPAC so that we can continue to have an MMPAC’t in the election. 🇺🇸

RSVP: [email protected]

🎉TONIGHT 5:30-7:00 PM 🎉
Appetizers & Beverages will be served
Enjoy Andrea McKinney from Central Bank & Central Trust visiting with us about financial planning and management.

🇺🇸MMPAC FUNDRAISERS!🇺🇸
ATTEND IF YOU CAN, SUPPORT IF YOU CAN'T!

👉 August 21, 2024 👈
1338 S. Delaware Ave.
Springfield Missouri 65804
5:30PM- 7:00PM

✨Meet and Support✨
Jon Patterson MD, Alex Riley, Melanie Stinnett,
Ben Baker, Darin Chappell

Contact MSMA's Jacob Scott for more information at
[email protected].

Watch for the July/August issue of Missouri Medicine in the mail this week! Highlighting 120 years of continuous publishing and the Genomics Revolution presented by Washington University School of Medicine!
ANOTHER GREAT BENEFIT OF BELONGING TO MSMA!

Wonderful, MSMA Alliance!!

Helping students focus on their medical education for over 50 years, the Missouri State Medical Foundation has benefitted thousands of medical students statewide.
For over 20 years, the MSM Scholarships have been funded by the Foundation for students at each of Missouri's medical schools. The Foundation has also facilitated the creation of scholarship funds through a matching grant program.

What a GREAT fundraiser, MSMA Alliance!!

🎉 MSMA ALLIANCE PROUDLY PRESENTS🎉
2024-2025 FUNDRAISING CHECK TO
🌟 MSM FOUNDATION 🌟

The MSMA Alliance presents a check to the MSM Foundation for $7,675, representing funds raised by the Alliance in the past year.
L to R: Gill Waltman, MSMA Alliance President-Elect; Donna Corrado, MSMA Alliance President; and David Pohl, MD, MSMA President.

Answer the CALL!

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🎉JOIN US on August 24th for another GREAT
"Taking Care of Our Own" program!
🌟The 4th Annual Physician Family Day at the🐘 ZOO🦒!

This just out by MSMA EXCEL EDucate

From the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services
Division of Cannabis Regulation
Research License Listening Session
August 5 from 1PM - 5PM

Attendance options are *In-Person, *Remote, *Written Testimony.
Questions Contact Email: [email protected]

Registration Deadline is July 31.

To Register: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9HG8T8B

Temporary cuts and partial fixes to the physician payment system are not sustainable and put patients’ access to health care at risk. It’s time for Congress to implement long-term solutions. See how you can take action in the fight to .

Take Action | Fix Medicare Now

The medical journey is hard. Be patient with yourselves and your family. But most importantly, have fun, make friends, and take time to de-stress.
These times are challenging for your family, too.
The last Saturday in August is a special day set aside to celebrate the physician families, bringing awareness to physician burnout and acknowledging physicians and their families for the vital roles they play in the health care system.

Burnout falls, but still hits these 6 physician specialties most New AMA data shows overall drop in doctor burnout reflected in specialties with highest burnout rates. Texas Children’s Pediatrics shares how to help.