• Advisory: Acute Flaccid Myelitis

    Advisory: Acute Flaccid Myelitis The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has issued a health advisory regarding Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), a rare but serious paralytic condition predominantly affecting young children. Clinicians are urged to report suspected cases and collect specific specimens for testing promptly. No single pathogen has been consistently detected, but enteroviruses,

  • Join IPRO for Annual Meeting Luncheon: How AI Can Transform Long-Term Care

    Join IPRO for Annual Meeting Luncheon: How AI Can Transform Long-Term Care  MSSNY members are invited to IPRO’s 40th Annual Meeting Luncheon on Tuesday, June 11, from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Garden City Hotel in Garden City, NY. Keynote speaker Dr. Timothy Hoff will discuss “How AI Can Transform Long-Term Care.” Meet

  • Healthcare Appreciation Celebration with the New York Yankees

    Healthcare Appreciation Celebration with the New York Yankees  Attention all Yankees fans! Starting tonight, May 17th, to May 22nd, the Yankees celebrate Healthcare Appreciation Days. Watch the Yankees play against the White Sox from May 17th to May 19th, and each ticket will include a choice between a tumbler, or a scrub top. Watch the

  • Behind MSSNY’s Policy Shift on Medical Aid in Dying

    Behind MSSNY’s Policy Shift on Medical Aid in Dying Dr. Charles Lopresto oversaw the debate around medical aid in dying as chair of MSSNY’s Reference Committee on Public Health & Education and notes that there was little opposition to the policy based on how it was written and presented to the society this year. Lopresto,

  • MSSNY Speaker Dr. L. Carlos Zapata Featured in Newsday and Innovate LI

    MSSNY Speaker Dr. L. Carlos Zapata Featured in Newsday and Innovate LI Dr. L Carlos Zapata’s appointment as MSSNY Speaker was featured in Newsday’s People On the Move: Long Island Promotions, New Jobs section as well as Innovate LI’s On The Move section. Congratulations, Dr. Zapata!  

  • Sizzling Summer Savings with MSSNY and MemberDeals!

    Sizzling Summer Savings with MSSNY and MemberDeals! Unlock exceptional discounts and unforgettable experiences with MSSNY’s partnership with MemberDeals! Enjoy exclusive offers on car rentals, travel, entertainment, experiences, sports, and retail, ensuring savings and memorable moments. Visit the benefits and service page today to explore the benefits and turn your membership into endless savings and smiles! 

  • Thomas Lee, MD, MBA Named Executive Vice President of Medical Society

    Physicians in New York are rightfully flabbergasted by the reluctance of the Governor and the New York State Legislature to agree on funding to maintain the existence of the invaluable Committee […]

  • Cannabis and Non-Compete Clauses

    Cannabis and Non-Compete Clauses Colleagues: What does the cannabis schedule change have in common with regulation of non-compete clauses? Both are examples of how the federal government issues regulations. A regulatory agency publishes a proposed rule in the Federal Register. A 120-day public comment period follows. The agency then publishes its final rule. The FTC

  • Navigating Sky-High Costs: New York’s Medical Malpractice Insurance Crisis

    Navigating Sky-High Costs: New York’s Medical Malpractice Insurance Crisis In New York State, physicians are grappling with the nation’s most exorbitant medical liability insurance costs, a pressing issue that significantly contributes to the overall high insurance expenses across various sectors. A recent report from the New York Civil Justice Institute underscores the gravity of the

  • Primary Care Access: A Critical Juncture for Physicians

    Primary Care Access: A Critical Juncture for Physicians The primary care system in the United States is currently facing various challenges. A recent report from 2024 has shown that 29% of adults do not have a regular healthcare provider. Additionally, the waiting time for new patients can be as long as nine months, which clearly