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New location!
Join us at the Somerset Inn
2601 W. Big Beaver Rd., Troy, MI 48084
Complimentary parking & group lodging discount available!
SESSION HIGHLIGHTS
Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine • Michigan LARA Requirements Cardiology • Sleep Medicine • Lifestyle & Functional Medicine Infectious Disease • Physician Burnout • Aging & Wellness Women in Medicine • Oral Health • Diabetes Obesity & Medications Pain & Symptom Management • ADHD & Adderall Crisis
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Bipartisan Bills signed by Gov. Whitmer doubles penalties for those who assault health care workers
On December 6, 2023, Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan bills, House Bills 4520 and 4521, that will better protect health care workers on the job and incentivize more people to enter the health care workforce. The Michigan Osteopathic Association (MOA), along with a multitude of organizations and partners were united in supporting these bills.
"We are ecstatic that the state of Michigan has passed this legislation to protect all of us who do our jobs with heart and compassion. This shows the support our medical providers deserve, and I hope this provides piece of mind to current health care workers and those hoping to join this profession," said MOA President Andrew Adair, DO.
Now referred to as Public Acts 271 and 272 of 2023, the laws amend the Michigan penal code to increase the financial penalty for individuals — with the exception of patients receiving care — who assault health professionals or medical volunteers doing their jobs. Those who assault or assault and battery an individual face a charge of a misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment for up to 93 days, a fine up to $500 or both. But for victims who are health professionals or medical volunteers, the financial penalty increases to up to $1,000 under the new law.
Public Act 272 will increase the penalties for those who assault health professionals and medical volunteers with a weapon, keeping the felony punishment to a maximum prison term of four years but doubling the maximum financial penalty from $2,000 to $4,000.
The MOA would like to thank our members and followers who voiced their support for these two bills by contacting their legislators and colleagues. "I think these are commonsense bills that can help reduce violence and demonstrate to those thinking about joining a health care profession that their safety is of the utmost importance," said MOA CEO, Kris Nicholoff.
Links:
House Bill 4520
House Bill 4521
Governor's office press release
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The Michigan Osteopathic Association made a request to the Michigan Attorney General’s office to investigate, and take action, to enforce Michigan’s laws prohibiting the corporate practice of medicine. A letter was presented to the current Attorney General, Dana Nessel, on December 28, 2023, requesting her office to address the trend of medical practices being acquired by private equity and other entities controlled by non-physicians.
To view a PDF file of the letter, click here.
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AOA and affiliates collaborates to provide information physicians can share to reduce the impact of a 2023-24 "Tridemic"
The Michigan Osteopathic Association is collaborating with the American Osteopathic Association, and several state associations, to provide information and messaging to health care providers to address vaccination hesitancy. Potential has risen to reality as hospitals are facing a "tridemic," of a triple-threat of the flu, RSV and COVID, spreading as cold weather and seasonal gatherings put more people at risk. Currently, more than 75% of pediatric hospital beds nationwide are occupied. Seniors are being hospitalized at a higher rate for respiratory illness, while flu hospitalizations are at a ten-year high.
The AOA collaboration offers information providers can share with patients and parents to better protect their families.
Toolkit links: RSV - COVID - Social Media
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Outstanding Resident of the Year Award
Nominations are open!
Do you know an outstanding resident to nominate for the 2024 Resident of the Year Award? We need to hear from you! The MOA is looking to recognize and honor an outstanding osteopathic resident from Michigan who goes above and beyond to bring a sense of pride to the profession by exhibiting the exemplary characteristics of an osteopathic physician.
All osteopathic physicians, currently in their third through last year of residency, are eligible to be nominated by their program director!
One recipient will be announced during the MOA's House of Delegates, which is scheduled to be held virtually, Saturday, April 27, 2024. A $1,000 award will be mailed to the recipient.
Please submit nominations no later than March 10, 2024 by using the quick online submission form. Simply click through the nomination questions and submit!
Visit the Resident of the Year Award webpage for more details and to nominate today!
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MOA is now accepting submissions for Spring
Scientific Research Exhibit Competition
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The Michigan Osteopathic Association hosts an annual Spring Scientific Research Exhibit (SRE) during the state's largest osteopathic conference in May. The competition provides osteopathic medical students, residents, fellows and attending level physicians an opportunity to present their medical and scientific research to our profession.
The SRE event demonstrates the very best of what osteopathic medicine is and reaffirms the profession’s commitment to the advancement of science in osteopathic medicine.
MOA is now accepting submissions for the MOA Annual Spring Scientific Research Competition!
Saturday, May 18, 2024
7:30 am - 12:30 pm
Somerset Inn 2601 West Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI 48084
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The Michigan Osteopathic Association House of Delegates (HOD) will take place Saturday, April 27, 2024. The HOD will be virtual and has been moved from the traditional Spring Convention in order to adhere to the American Osteopathic Association's HOD timeline of submitting resolutions to their HOD.
Resolutions must be submitted by February 16, 2024
The MOA relies on the support and participation of its members in shaping the health policy of tomorrow. Submitting resolutions for action directly influences the MOA advocacy agenda.
Delegates to the MOA HOD must be submitted by February 16, 2024
Even if you have never served as a delegate before, the MOA welcomes you to join at this most important event. Contact your component society to learn more about how you can be a delegate or submit resolutions.
Who Can Author and Introduce Resolutions?
Any MOA member in good standing may author a resolution; however, introduction of resolutions to the House of Delegates is limited to delegates, alternate-seated delegates, component associations, MOA Departments, Councils, or Board of Trustees. Non-delegate status members in good standing should contact their component association for assistance in identifying an appropriate channel for resolution introduction.
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All MOA on-demand CME programs are available 24/7/365 at www.cmelearningcenter.com
MOA Learning Center delivers over 200 hours of on demand CME courses, all qualifying for AOA Category 1-A and AMA PRA Category 1-A Credit(s)TM to help you meet state licensing requirements.
Newly posted CME session
Speaker: Marsha Billes, DO
Topic: Clinical Considerations of the Obese Patient, GLP-1 Agonists and Anesthesia (link)
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The Michigan Osteopathic Association (MOA) values the involvement of interns and residents. The MOA Board of Trustees includes positions on the board for a student and a resident. The MOA Council of Interns and Residents (CIR) offers opportunities to learn from those before you and pass that knowledge on to those who follow. The CIR provides a network of support on issues such as physician wellness, preparing for employment, starting your practice, contract negotiation, healthcare policy and legislative advocacy.
Meetings for the CIR work around busy schedules and focus on educational and social events as well as advocacy and mentorship. Joining the CIR provides great benefits from medical school through residency.
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January 2024
This newsletter includes short summaries, reminders and updates for Blue Cross and BCN providers. Please visit The Record or BCN Provider News for complete newsletter editions.
For BCN news and information, see the current issue of BCN Provider News.
For news and information about our strategic goals and initiatives, see the current issue of Hospital and Physician Update.
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The following is a list of recently deceased osteopathic physicians from our D.O. family.
January 13, 2024, saw the passing of Howard F. Hurt, DO.
Dr. Hurt was a past president of the MOA who joined 1964.
Click here for a local obituary
December 28, 2023, saw the passing of Otto Graesser, DO.
Dr. Graesser was a Life Professional who joined the MOA in 1962.
Click here for a local obituary
December 22, 2023 saw the passing of Steffan Taub, DO.
Dr. Taub was a Life Professional who joined the MOA in 1969.
Click here for a local obituary
December 13, 2023, saw the passing of Nathan Kopek, DO.
Dr. Kopek joined the MOA in 2001.
Click here for a local obituary
December 10, 2023 saw the unexpected passing of Algirdas (Al) Juocys, DO.
Dr. Juocys was a Life Professional who joined the MOA in 1980.
Click here for a local obituary
View the In Memoriam from the American Osteopathic Association
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