NYCU July 27, 2021 TUESDAY, JULY 27, 2021 PHYSICIANS: California Medical Association President Peter N. Bretan, Jr., MD issued a statement endorsing Governor Newsom's executive order yesterday mandating the COVID–19 vaccine for health care workers. Dr. Bretan’s statement read, in part, “Ensuring all of us are vaccinated against COVID–19 sends a strong message that the safety of our patients and our colleagues is top priority. It is a duty that comes with our responsibility as people who care for others. We can all do more to keep each other safe, and health care workers in ... August 4, 2021 CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU July 13, 2021 TUESDAY, JULY 13, 2021 PHYSICIANS: There is a Virtual Webinar on Wednesday, July 21st from 6:00 to 7:30pm on ‘Aducanumab for Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease: Controversy & Patient Communications’. It will be moderated by Steven Koh, MD and will be a panel discussion among geriatric specialists that will clarify controversial issues surrounding FDA's recent approval of aducanumab for treatment of Alzheimer's disease, and appropriate messaging to patients and family members. The presentation will cover: Importance of early screening, and how to conduct Specific testing needed to be conducted prior to referral Potential risks and side effects ... July 19, 2021 Champions for Health, CMA, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, new, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU June 15, 2021 TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2021 PHYSICIANS: Today is the landmark day that Gov. Gavin Newsom has declared as the Golden State's ‘Re–Opening Day’ since the COVID–19 pandemic caused initial lockdowns in March of 2020. There is much to be hopeful for given the continuing rise in vaccinations in San Diego County and California, as well as the nation. Our number of cases and COVID hospitalizations have fallen dramatically. But those of us in the medical community know there is still much work to be done in putting the pandemic behind us. SDCMS ... June 21, 2021 Champions for Health, CMA, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS, Top Docs 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU June 1, 2021 TUESDAY, JUNE 1, 2021 PHYSICIANS: SDCMS’ 2021 Top Doctors is happening now for physician peers selecting the top five percent (5%) of active San Diego County physicians. We encourage all of our region’s doctors to participate in identifying physicians other physicians trust for their clinical skills during the selection process for this year’s “Physicians of Exceptional Excellence.” CLICK HERE for details and to cast a ballot. A reminder that Champions for Health’s Soirée, its annual fundraiser, is fast approaching on Saturday, July 10th at 6pm. Champions for Health is SDCMS’ charitable organization ... June 8, 2021 CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Public Health, SDCMS, Top Docs 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU May 18, 2021 TUESDAY, MAY 18, 2021 PHYSICIANS: San Diego County Medical Society invites you to attend an important and timely webinar entitled Biosimilars Overview & Policy Landscape. Join us for this FREE event on Tuesday, June 1, 2021, 6 — 7 PM. This webinar will provide an understanding of biosimilar and interchangeable products, including background and terminology. We will also present an overview of the current policy landscape highlighting the regulatory framework, general requirements and key concepts of the developmental process. SDCMS' own William T–C Tseng, MD, MPH will be a featured presenter for ... May 25, 2021 CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Leadership, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU May 4, 2021 TUESDAY, MAY 4, 2021 PHYSICIANS: We are asking all physicians to contact their Representative in Congress and urge them to cosponsor the California Medical Association bill, HR 1133, the “Stopping Doctor Shortages Act.” This bill makes a technical fix to ensure that all California and Texas physicians can participate in the federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program. Due to an error in the implementing regulation, most California and Texas physicians cannot receive loan forgiveness like their colleagues in all other 48 states. It is harming California’s ability to recruit and ... May 10, 2021 CMA, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Physician Workforce, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »