NYCU August 30, 2022 TUESDAY, AUGUST 30, 2022 PHYSICIANS: A couple of weekends ago San Diego County Medical Society hosted a retreat for our Board of Directors. It was good to be back in person. Our new President, Toluwalase (Lase) Ajayi, MD has provided a report on the event: The SDCMS 2022 Board of Directors retreat was held in beautiful Palm Springs on August 20–21st. This year’s retreat started with a session that focused on preparing for the next pandemic utilizing digital health technologies and addressing health disparities. The session panelists included: Dr. Melissa Campos from San ... September 12, 2022 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Leadership, Monkeypox, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU August 16, 2022 TUESDAY, AUGUST 16, 2022 PHYSICIANS: On August 24th, from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, SDCMS and Bank of America Private Bank are hosting the first of two special webinars on Financial Wellness for Physicians. These events are FREE for both members and non–members. Participants will be able to: Be better organized and educated with respect to your financial life. Master a better understanding of how to save, invest, and protect your earned income and accumulated wealth Learn to develop your own lifestyle, legacy and philanthropic goals (on your own or with the help of an advisor) Part 1 ... August 21, 2022 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Monkeypox, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU August 2, 2022 TUESDAY, AUGUST 2, 2022 PHYSICIANS: Yesterday, Governor Gavin Newsom declared a State of Emergency as part of California's ongoing response to the monkeypox outbreak. Today, San Diego County is also following suit and Dr. Wooten has declared monkeypox a Public Health Emergency. Please visit the County's monkeypox webpage for guidance and information HERE. Our recent physician networking mixer at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens in Liberty Station was a wonderful success with over 75 physicians and their guests attending. As our first mixer since the pandemic it had special meaning to ... August 15, 2022 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, Infectious Disease, Monkeypox, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU July 19, 2022 TUESDAY, JULY 19, 2022 PHYSICIANS: Monkeypox is emerging as a real concern among the medical community. To that end, the American Medical Association is working to inform and educate physicians about this disease: AMA published a news article on July 1, ‘What Doctors Wish Patients Knew About Monkeypox’ — it also features the new AMA News Wire audio article capabilities Monkeypox Topic Index Page created to serve as a resource center, and includes links to JAMA and CDC resources Also featured in the index page and published July 13, is ‘Monkeypox: Physician Frequently Asked ... August 1, 2022 CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Member Social, new, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU July 6, 2022 WEDNESDAY, JULY 6, 2022 PHYSICIANS: Come mingle, socialize, and network with your colleagues, and be sure to bring your spouse/significant other to our next physician networking opportunity and mixer on Thursday evening, July 28, 2022, 5:30 — 8:30 PM, at Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens in Liberty Station. Complimentary hor d’oeuvres and drinks will be provided. There is no charge for current society members or their guests to attend this hosted event as included in SDCMS’ benefit offerings. Space is limited and RSVPs are required, so register soon, and please spread ... July 11, 2022 CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Leadership, Member Social, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU June 21, 2022 TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 2022 PHYSICIANS: This past week the San Diego County Medical Society made history when installing its new leadership at the historic “Abbey on Fifth”. Toluwalase (Lase) Ajayi, MD became our President. She is only the ninth woman, and first African–American woman, in our 152–year history to serve as President. Dr. Ajayi succeeds Sergio R. Flores, MD who has served SDCMS and our member physicians ably this past year and now assumes the role of Immediate Past President on our Board. Nicholas (dr. Nick) J. Yphantides, MD, MPH is our ... June 20, 2022 CMA, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Member Social, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »