Below are excerpts from Bob Henderson's last President's message:

 

 

"The welfare of our physicians in western North Carolina is paramount.  Recent literature has declared an epidemic of physician burnout. All physicians are susceptible to burnout at some point during their careers. The Strategic Plan calls for a variety of programs that address this issue head-on. Support systems are being explored to assist physicians to avoid burnout. Plans are underway for a burnout conference. A media campaign is underway to share thoughts about finding joy and meaning in medicine. Affinity groups in which physicians center their activities based upon common interests and concerns are being expanded this year. A confidential physician wellness program is actively being explored. For those already experiencing the effects of burnout, services will be identified that can offer timely intervention in treatment for those physicians and their families affected. 

 

Our DNA, our identity and our long history as physicians rest with us all.  Nowhere else can we derive meaning, grounding, direction and purpose. Together there is support.Together there is strength.The WCMS Strategic Plan for 2015 advances that reality."

 

Bob Henderson, MD

 

All Independent Physicians are invited to an affinity group meeting on March 3.  This is a time to network with other physicians and receive valuable information.

Topic: New Clinically Integrated Network (CIN) coming to North Carolina. Hear a brief presentation about the new CIN, Community Physicians of North Carolina (CPNC), which is faciliated by Community Care of NC (CCNC) and then engage in a question and answer session about the new CIN and other ACO-related questions.

When: Tuesday, March 3 from 6pm - 8pm

Where: Asheville Event Centre (less than one mile off I-40 exit 51)

Panel for Q&A:

• Dr. Chip Watkins- Senior Physician Consultant with CCNC
• Dr. Watkins will present information about the new Community Physicians of North Carolina and help answer questions about this new CIN
• Denise Levis Hewson- Senior Vice President of Network Development and State Programs at CCNC
• Denise will also help answer questions about this new CIN as a CCNC representative
• Carolyn Coward- Healthcare Attorney with the Van Winkle Law Firm
• Carolyn will help answer questions about the changing healthcare environment, specifically any legal issues or technicalities
• Mary Williams Matthews- CPA with Johnson Price Sprinkle, PA
• Mary will help answer questions about the changing healthcare environment, specifically any financial implications

To view panelist bios or full event information, click here. 

Space is limited, so please RSVP ahead of time to secure your spot.  Physician members of WCMS are encouraged to invite their physician colleagues to attend, regardless of membership status.

If you have questions or want more information, email kristina@mywcms.org.

Where: Thirsty Monk South