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November 1, 2013 Vol. 20, No. 20
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2013 Annual Meeting Celebrates District Physicians
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 The Medical Society of the District of Columbia (MSDC) held its 2013 Annual Meeting and Reception last Wednesday, October 23rd, at the Whittemore House in Dupont Circle. Guest Speaker and Emmy award winning journalist Lark McCarthy discussed the impact on District physicians of the Affordable Care Act, changing demographics and the digital media age. Outgoing President Daniel I. Perlin, MD, reflected on the past year and the need for physicians to become more engaged "in this changing world of universal health care...If you're not at the table, you'll end up on the menu!" Dr. Perlin also recognized the incoming and past presidents in attendance. (Presidents pictured to the right are Drs. Peter Lavine, Raymond Scalettar, Carlos Silva, Harold Weiss, Louis Diamond, Jospeh Gutierrez, Daniel I. Perlin, Laura L. Tosi, Stuart Seides, Roselyn P. Epps and Charles Epps. See enlarged view here.)
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Laura L. Tosi, MD, Director of the Bone Health Program at Children's National Health System, was installed as the Medical Society's 2013-14 President. She said that while greater specialization in medicine "has brought our patients treatments and results that could not have been imagined 30 years ago, it is commensurately harder to deal with issues affecting medicine as a whole ...Our Medical Society gives us the vehicle in which to come together to understand such issues and contribute to their resolution."
Janis M. Orlowski, MD, Chair of the DC Board of Medicine, received the Medical Society's 2013 Certificate of Meritorious Service. Dr. Perlin presented the award to Dr. Orlowski, expressing the Medical Society's appreciation for her distinguished service to the profession of medicine in DC. Also, Medical Society Alliance Foundation (MSAF) President Roselyn E. Epps, MD, spoke on MSAF's activities in 2013, including hosting a free reception and lecture about patient navigation on November 6th at the Cosmos Club. The following 2013-14 election results were announced:
President-elect: John Larsen, MD
At-Large Directors: Julian Craig, MD; Reginald Robinson, MD; and Raymond Tu, MD
AMA Delegate: Joseph Gutierrez, MD
AMA Alternate Delegate:J. Desiree Pineda, MD
MSDC appreciates the generous support of its 2013 Meeting Sponsors. Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine and Medical Society Services, Inc. were Diamond Level Sponsors and Children's National Health System was a Gold Level Sponsor.
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MSDC News: MSDC Testifies on Expedited Partner Therapy and Raises Concerns about VHA Nursing Handbook; Physician Health Program Update
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 MSDC Testifies in Favor of Expedited Partner Therapy Act of 2013 The Medical Society of the District of Columbia testified before the Committee on Health at a public hearing on B20-0343 "the Expedited Partner Therapy Act of 2013." MSDC Board Member Dr. Carla C. Sandy, an Obstetrician/Gynecologist with Kaiser Permanente, presented the Medical Society's testimony, pointing out that sexually transmitted infections in the District of Columbia are higher than national norms. The Medical Society supports the use of Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT) as a tool to bring these rates down, citing the strong support for EPT from the American Medical Association, Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine, American Academy of Pediatrics, American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the United States Centers for Disease Control. View video of Dr. Sandy's testimony or read the written testimony submitted to the Committee. |
MSDC Expresses Concerns about Patient Safety and State Restrictions in Sign On Letter The Medical Society joined a sign on letter with Federation partners written to the Undersecretary for Health at the Department of Veterans Affairs. The letter raises concerns regarding the draft Veterans Health Affairs (VHA) Handbook, "which would mandate that all advanced practice nurses (APRNs) within the VHA be designated as independent providers, without regard to state practice acts." The letter expressed concern that the proposed changes may undermine the delivery of patient care within the VHA and disregard the role of states in regulating the health and safety of their residents. For more information, view the sign on letter. |
 Joe Baillie Joins MSDC's Physician Health Program
On October 1st, MSDC welcomed new clinical case manager, Joe Baillie, to the Physician Health Program (PHP). Joe comes from Massachusetts, where he most recently worked in community mental health and substance abuse treatment. He is credentialed in the District of Columbia as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC). Counseling is a second career for Joe, who graduated with an M.Ed. in Counseling-Psychology from Cambridge College in 2008, after working for over twenty-five years in various administrative and program management jobs for GE Aviation in Lynn, MA.
Further details will be forthcoming as Joe succeeds current case manager Barbara Allen.
Thank You to Barbara Allen Barbara Allen will be retiring from the MSDC's PHP. Allen will remain with the PHP through year end to ensure a smooth transition. The Medical Society thanks Barbara for her many years of dedicated service to the program.
Physician Health Program in the News The Physician Health Program was highlighted in Physician, published by MedStar Washington Hospital Center. See the articles on pages 4-5.
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Sign Up for Free Reception and Lecture on November 6th! an
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The History, Principles and Current Status of Patient Navigation
On Wednesday, November 6, 2013 at 6:00 pm, the Medical Society and Alliance Foundation (MSAF) will host a reception and lecture at the Cosmos Club in Dupont Circle. Harold P. Freeman, MD, outstanding cancer surgeon, administrator, and patient advocate from New York, will give a presentation entitled "The History, Principles and Current Status of Patient Navigation."
The concept of patient navigation was founded and pioneered by Dr. Harold P. Freeman in 1990 for the purpose of eliminating barriers to timely cancer screening, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive care. Currently the patient navigation model has been expanded to include the timely movement of an individual across the entire health care continuum from prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment, and supportive, to end-of-life care.
The reception and lecture is FREE of charge and open to the public. Drinks and appetizers will be served, and complimentary valet parking will be provided. For more information or to RSVP, please contact Rose Smith at smith@msdc.org or (202) 466-1800.
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Support the Heel-to-Heal 5k on November 16th or Volunteer at the Student Run Clinic
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The GW Healing Clinic would like to invite members of the Medical Society and the medical community to participate in its 5k run to support the student-run clinic at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. The second annual Heel-to-Heal 5K will be held the morning of Saturday, November 16, 2013, at the C & O Canal Path in Georgetown. Information regarding race registration or tax-deductible donations can be found at go.gwu.edu/healing5k. One hundred percent of the proceeds will go directly to supporting the operational expenses of the GW Healing Clinic, allowing its student members and physician volunteers to continue providing medical care and healthy lifestyle support regardless of insurance status or ability to pay.
To learn more about the GW Healing Clinic and physician volunteer opportunities, please read more here or visit www.gwhealingclinic.org.
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Family Physician Needed
Family physician licensed in the District of Columbia is needed for limited time only to see patients in private practice setting. Please call Dr. George Samman at 202-833-8538 and ask to talk directly or leave a phone number to receive further details.
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AMA Interim Meeting Taking Place November 14-16 at National Harbor; New Section for Integrated Practices
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 In an integrated practice? New AMA section is for you
If you're in a physician-led integrated care organization or thinking about moving your practice in that direction, plan to attend the first interim business meeting of the AMA's Integrated Physician Practice Section (IPPS) November 14-15, just outside DC in National Harbor, MD.
A reception will be held from 6:00 to 7:00 pm on November 14th. The meeting will take place from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm on November 15th at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, in conjunction with the AMA Interim Meeting. Attendees will be able to network with their peers who are focused on coordinated care delivery and participate in an interactive program that looks at such topics as physician satisfaction, electronic health records, quality metrics and engaging the patient for success in today's quality reporting environment.
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Novitas and CMS Offer Fall Courses
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Streamlined Access to PECOS, EHR, and NPPES
(Provider Call)
Friday, November 15, 2013
2:00 - 3:30 pm
Changes have been made to simplify the way providers and suppliers access the Provider Enrollment Chain and Ownership System (PECOS), the EHR Incentive Program, and the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System (NPPES). This MLN Connects Call will provide detailed instructions on these changes. Register or get more details here.
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Open Payments Sunshine Rule Webinar 
November 20, 2013 1:00 - 2:00 pm
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) invites you to attend a webinar on Wednesday, November 20, 2013, from 1:00 - 2:00 pm Eastern Time (12 noon to 1:00 pm Central Time). The webinar will include an overview of the Physician Payments Sunshine Rule. Section 6002 of the Affordable Care Act requires the establishment of a transparency program, now known as Open Payments. The program increases public awareness of financial relationships between drug and device manufacturers and certain health care providers.CMS Speaker will be Louisa Carey, CMS. Presentation will be followed by questions and answers.
Below is the dial-in telephone number and link to webinar.
Webinar Link (URL): https://webinar.cms.hhs.gov/r05-8openpayment/ Dial-In: 1-877-267-1577; Meeting ID Number: 997 589 431 This meeting does not require a password.
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 Save Up to 75% Off Prescription Drugs Using DC RxCard As a physician in Washington, DC, you and your patients have access to a FREE Prescription Drug Card program. The Medical Society is pleased to offer the DCRx Card. Using this card, your patients can save up to 75% on prescriptions, selected eye-wear, vitamins and other products. The card is accepted in pharmacies in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. The Medical Society of DC has cards available and any Society member who requests it may receive a supply of 250 cards. To receive cards for your patients, please email Pia Duryea at duryea@msdc.org. |
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Welcome to BestDoctors, New MSDC Corporate Partner
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About BestDoctors
Best Doctors "brings together the best medical minds in the world to support physicians in identifying right diagnosis and treatment for their challenging cases. The innovative, peer-to-peer consultation service, ExpertConsult, offers a new way for physicians to get evidence-based, virtual second opinions from nationally-recognized specialists, helping you deliver value-based care." See www.bestdoctors.com/physicians for more information.
MSDC Members are Invited to Join a Physician Leadership Summit
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November 6th Baltimore Physician Leadership Summit
Wednesday, November 6, 2013, 5:45 -9:00 pm
Baltimore Marriott Waterfront, 700 Aliceanna Street, Baltimore, MD
Don't miss the upcoming dinner event, Physician Leadership Summit: Achieve Clinical Excellence and Financial Viability in Your Medical Home, on Wednesday, November 6th in Baltimore. This event is for physicians who are working in a patient-centered medical home (PCMH), or working towards PCMH recognition. Hear nationally-recognized PCMH experts share how you can get the most out of your medical home. Register here.
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Free Webinar: Meaningful Use Stage 2: Is Your Practice Ready?
Wednesday, November 6, 2013, 12:15 pm Just months away, Meaningful Use Stage 2 presents new challenges to providers including more core measures, new menu measures and higher reporting thresholds. Achieving all this-and receiving your incentive payment-can be a highly complex process. As the Meaningful Use focus shifts from recording and reporting to care coordination and patient engagement, it's important to know whether your current EHR will be certified, prepared and guaranteed to handle the changing demands of Meaningful Use Stage 2, Register today for an in-depth look at Meaningful Use 2!
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Hospital of Tomorrow - MSDC Members Receive 25% Discount
November 4 - 6, 2013
Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, DC
The Affordable Care Act has ushered in a new era in medicine. U.S. News & World Report is convening a groundbreaking forum of top hospital executives and health care visionaries to address the critical challenges facing health systems. MSDC members may receive 25% off this three-day conference by using the code "SPECIAL."
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In Defense of Good Medicine
Loss Prevention Seminars
Tuesday, November 12, 2013
6:00 - 8:00 pm Amer. College of Cardiology, Washington, DC
Up to 2 CME credits are available. USE YOUR 50% MEMBER DISCOUNT! Previous seminars explored how risk management issues can damage a physician's credibility and a claim's defensibility, but this seminar reinforces the positive. Read more online.
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Presentation on Army Medicine and Veteran's Wellness
Thursday, November 14, 2013
11:45 am - 1:45 pm
Georgetown University School of Medicine, 3900 Reservoir Road, Washington, DC
The Georgetown School of Medicine and Army Medical Recruiting Command invite you to a session on " Opportunities in Army Medicine and Discussion of Veteran's Wellness Programs." The event will be held November 14th, from 11:45 am to 1:45 pm at Georgetown University School of Medicine. The
Featured Speaker will be Army Surgeon General LTG Patricia Horoho. Please contact SGM Daniel Murphy with questions or to RSVP for this event. Lunch will be provided.
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AMA Interim Meeting
November 14-16, 2013
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center Participate in the collective voice and vision of medical students across the country at the American Medical Association Medical Student Section (AMA-MSS) Interim Meeting. See meeting agenda and registration information on the meeting website
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 Med-Chi of DC Annual Gala
December 13, 2013
9:00 PM to 1:00 AM
JW Marriott, 13th Street NW & Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC There will be a live band and live DJ; Great food and exciting, festive, fun-filled atmosphere. Black Tie. Cost is $2,000.00 for 10 persons at a Corporate Table. Proceeds support Med-Chi's Science and Medicine Scholarship Fund. Contact Mae Walton for details. |
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STEPPING UP TO LEADERSHIP: Training Program for Physician Leaders
This platinum level leadership program trains medical staff leaders in issues of communication, problem-solving, and improving outcomes for patients and staff-and it's more accessible than ever. The Stepping Up to Leadership conference is coming to Washington, DC on May 8-10, 2014, but is also being offered in San Diego, California on March 6-8, 2014. MSDC members receive a discount on registration. Learn more at www.physician-leadership.org.
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Medical Real Estate Listings
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NEW 5-STAR MEDICAL BUILDING
5-Star Medical Building Delivering 1st Quarter 2014.
Fallsgrove Plaza, 14995 Shady Grove Road, Rockville, MD 20850. Please contact Nicholas M. Zuppas for more information at 301-961-1941 or see online listing.
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PREMIER MONTGOMERY COUNTY LOCATION
Montgomery County's premier medical building with multiple built-out medical suites available. Camalier Building, 10215 Fernwood Road, Bethesda, MD 20817. Please contact David A. Gittleson for more information at 301-961-1941 or view online listing.
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Editor
Pia R. Duryea
202-355-9414 (direct)
duryea@msdc.org
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2013-14 Board of Directors
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Catherine S. May, MD Chair of the Board; At-Large
Laura L. Tosi, MD
President, AMA Alternate Delegate John Larsen, MD President-Elect, At-Large Daniel I. Perlin, MD Immediate Past President Joseph E. Gutierrez, MD Treasurer; AMA Delegation Chair Reginald L. Robinson, MD Secretary, At-Large Peter E. Lavine, MD AMA Delegate J. Desiree Pineda, MD AMA Alternate Delegate Julian R. Craig, MD At-Large Barry Lewis, MD, MBA At-Large Carla C. Sandy, MDAt-Large Stuart F. Seides, MD At-Large Raymond Tu, MD At-Large K. Edward Shanbacker Executive Vice President |
WHAT KIND OF HIV/ AIDS CME EDUCATION DO YOU WANT?
Do you prefer in-person courses? Webinars? Conference Calls? Let us know by taking this SURVEY
The Medical Society is working to develop FREE CME opportunities to help District physicians meet the 3 CME HIV/AIDS requirement by December 31, 2014.
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CDC recognizes National Latino HIV Awareness Day 2013
On October 15, 2013, National Latino AIDS Awareness Day (NLAAD), coordinated by the Latino Commission on AIDS, drew the nation's attention to the impact of HIV in Hispanic and Latino communities where it remains a substantial public health issue.
Despite Hispanics and Latinos being only 16% of the population in the United States, they accounted for 21% of new infections in 2010, a rate that is three times that of whites. Approximately 1 in 50 Hispanics and Latinos will be diagnosed with HIV in their lifetime. As a nation, we must work to improve the social and economic circumstances, e.g., a higher prevalence of HIV and other sexually transmitted infections, language barriers, limited access to health insurance and medical care, migration, stigma, and discrimination, which place people in certain Hispanic and Latino communities at greater risk for HIV.
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