Do I Really Need That Antibiotic or Test?
GDAHC Coffee & Controversy on May 7 presents insight on
unnecessary prescriptions, tests and procedures
Historically, when health care consumers have encountered a common illness they ask their doctor for antibiotics and the physician generally prescribes them. But, is that the right choice? When are antibiotics best utilized?

What about tests? When is a CT scan necessary?

When it comes to prescriptions, tests and procedures, we need to yield before proceeding and have meaningful conversations to ensure the best quality care is provided. In addition to the impact on quality care, these discussions can potentially reduce health care costs. 

GDAHC continues our efforts to inform the public and help improve health care quality and reduce cost. Our next Coffee & Controversy on Thursday, May 7 focuses on this important topic with a panel representing diverse expertise.

Coffee & Controversy "Do I Really Need That Antibiotic or Test?" panelists are:
  • Charles E. Kelly, D.O., President and Chief Executive Officer, Henry Ford Physician Network
  • Marjorie Mitchell, Executive Director, Michigan Universal Health Care Access Network (MICHUCAN)
  • Joe Neller, Integrated Physician Advocacy, Michigan State Medical Society
Our moderator will be announced soon.

The intent of this discussion is to generate the type of information necessary for health care providers, insurers, employers and consumers to have meaningful conversations about care. 

Coffee & Controversy, powered by GDAHC, will be at the Federal Reserve of Chicago - Detroit Branch on Thursday, May 7 at 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. A continental breakfast will be provided. GDAHC members are $25, while future GDAHC members are $35. Learn more and register today.
Friday, June 12
8:30-10:30 a.m. 
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Detroit Branch
1600 E Warren Ave
Detroit, MI 48207 
Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel to be keynote speaker at 2015 GDAHC Annual Meeting
Charting a course toward healthy people, healthy economy
Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel will be the keynote speaker for the 2015 Greater Detroit Area Health Council (GDAHC) Annual Board and Membership Meeting. Together, we will chart a course toward healthy people and a healthy economy. Join us to network with fellow leaders and innovators -- we are the only organization in southeast Michigan that brings to the table most of the major health care stakeholders. GDAHC members attend free, while future members may attend for $25 per person. A continental breakfast will be served.
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