Physicians Again Call on Governor Hochul to Veto Latest Wrongful Death Liability Expansion Bill With the Legislature passing yet another version of legislation (A.9232-B/S.8485-B) that would significantly expand liability against physicians and hospitals in wrongful death lawsuits, physicians are again called to write, call and tweet at Governor Hochul Reducing Medical Liability Costs (p2a.co) to urge that […]
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Masks Offer a Public Health Benefit. They Also Can Be Used for Evil. Colleagues: The underlying dichotomy of our world is that everything that can be used for good can also be used for bad. The greater the potential for good, the greater the potential for bad. Nuclear energy can generate power for electricity, or […]
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Bedside Manner Matters Good bedside manners are crucial in today’s fast-paced medical environment, especially as doctors face increasing pressures from electronic health records, care coordination, and tight schedules. Research indicates that while many physicians possess solid diagnostic skills, they often need to improve patient communication, a critical aspect of effective healthcare. Poor bedside manners can […]
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Tune In to Hear Dr. Jerome Cohen on The Verdict! Dr. Jerome Cohen, President of MSSNY, joined MLMIC’s The Verdict for an engaging and insightful conversation. Dr. Cohen shares his journey as a practicing gastroenterologist in New York and discusses his dedication to organized medicine and tort reform. Learn about the MLMIC/MSSNY discount program and […]
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New Blood Test Could Detect Parkinson’s Disease Years Before Symptoms Appear Researchers at University College London and University Medical Center Goettingen have developed a promising blood test that could detect Parkinson’s disease up to seven years before symptoms emerge. Utilizing artificial intelligence, the test analyzes eight blood-based biomarkers altered in people with Parkinson’s. In a […]
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MSSNY President-Elect Explains Stance on PA Legislation The Medical Society of the State of New York does not support or oppose legislation passed this session that would allow one physician to supervise six physician assistants at one time “because it still allows for physician oversight,” says David Jakubowicz, MD, president-elect of MSSNY. However, the society […]
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Cosmetic Procedures Growing Among GenZers Members of Generation Z are increasingly undergoing minimally invasive cosmetic procedures such as neuromodulator injections and fillers, in addition to forehead lifts and breast augmentations, according to an American Society of Plastic Surgeons report. Dr. Scot Bradley Glasberg, a Medical Society of the State of New York councilor, says the […]
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NYRx Information for Interns and Residents NYRx, the Medicaid Pharmacy Program and the NYRx Education and Outreach team has worked to compile information in the linked document, NYRx, the Medicaid Pharmacy Program Information for Medical Residents, to share with medical interns and residents to help familiarize them with the NYRx Pharmacy Program and assist when prescribing for patients […]
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Summertime is CME Time! Did you know the MSSNY CME website has over 70 courses available? If you were unable to attend any of the 2023-2024 Medical Matters webinars, you can view them there on your schedule. You can also obtain your Infection Control or Pain Management, Palliative Care & Addiction certifications. Or earn a certificate of […]
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Simplify Employee Management for Your Medical Practice Revolutionize your medical practice with Connecteam! Streamline operations, boost efficiency, and deliver exceptional patient care. This advanced employee management app offers time clock tracking, seamless communication, task management, training programs, digital forms, an employee directory, and more. As a MSSNY member, enjoy free access for Practices with up to 10 […]
