NYCU October 24, 2023 TUESDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2023 PHYSICIANS: SDCMS is looking for a Retired Member who would be interested to serve as Co–Chair of the Champions for Health (CFH) Retired Physicians Society and work with Dr. Mits Tomita, the Chair, to reboot this valued group. The Society provides retired and non–practicing physicians a network to stay connected with the medical community, remain current with health issues, and give back to the community. Offering regular sessions on current issues important to the healthcare community, as well as social opportunities. Retired physicians can volunteer in the ... October 29, 2023 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Opioids, Practice Management, Prescription Drug Abuse, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU September 26, 2023 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 PHYSICIANS: The recent Health Equity Leadership Summit held in San Jose, and sponsored by Physicians for a Healthy California, awarded Manisha Sharma, MD, FAAFP of Blue Shield of California Promise Health Plan the Robert D. Sparks, MD Leadership Award for her outstanding dedication and leadership in improving community health and promoting health equity. Congratulations to Dr. Sharma on this recognition of her tremendous contributions to our region and health care. “CASINO NIGHT MASQUERADE” FUNDRAISER TO BENEFIT CHAMPIONS FOR HEALTH ON OCTOBER 7TH AT VELOCE MOTORS Please join many of ... October 3, 2023 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Leadership, Physician Workforce, Practice Management, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU August 15, 2023 TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2023 PHYSICIANS: Today the California Medical Association’s grassroots campaign for our sponsored bill, SB 598, to support Prior Authorization Reform, will launch. Here’s the link to the campaign: cmadocs.org/sb598 Your help is needed! This is an urgent priority that affects all California physicians. The bill will be heard in the Assembly Appropriations Committee soon, we want to illustrate the overwhelming support from physicians to reduce the prior authorization burdens. Please note that CMA has won a significant victory in expanding the Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program for California ... August 22, 2023 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, Infectious Disease, Member Social, Mental Health, Practice Management, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU August 1, 2023 TUESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2023 PHYSICIANS: The County’s Overdose Data to Action (OD2A) team would like to share the June edition of their quarterly newsletter, which can be found in their Provider Resources section. This quarter’s theme is Harm Reduction and includes information about valuable resources their teams and partners have already been able to get into the community and more that are on the way. Prescribers (i.e., physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, dental practitioners, and pharmacists) will also have the opportunity to provide feedback via a 10–minute survey which will help assess ... August 14, 2023 Champions for Health, CMA, COVID-19, Infectious Disease, Medi-Cal, Practice Management, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU November 29, 2022 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2022 PHYSICIANS: Today is #GivingTuesday and we hope that you will put San Diego County Medical Society Foundation dba Champions For Health at the top of your list to help. Champions for Health addresses the unanswered healthcare needs of low–income and uninsured San Diego County residents. Since 2008, Champions for Health has facilitated over $24 million in pro bono specialty care, procedures, and surgeries in collaboration with a network of physicians, hospitals, and clinics across San Diego County. These life–saving services have been provided to more than 6,500 patients ... November 30, 2022 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Influenza, Physician Workforce, Practice Management, Public Health, Regulations, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »
NYCU February 1, 2022 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2022 PHYSICIANS: The Medical Board of California Expert Reviewer Program is reaching out for assistance in recruiting qualified Board expert reviewers. The Board established its Expert Reviewer Program in July 1994 as an impartial and professional means to support its investigation and enforcement functions. Experts assist the Board by providing reviews and opinions on Board cases and conducting physical and mental evaluations. Physicians residing in California, who have full–time active practices in California and meet the minimum requirements, are encouraged to apply to be an expert for the Board. ... February 7, 2022 Champions for Health, CMA, CMA Benefits, COVID-19, COVID-19 Vaccinations, Infectious Disease, Practice Management, Public Health, SDCMS 0 0 Comment Read More »