Jakubowicz: Liability Costs Will Surge Under Grieving Families Act Click to Enlarge The Medical Society of the State of New York has raised concerns about the Grieving Families Act, citing actuarial studies that show a 40% increase in insurance premiums if the legislation
MSSNY Advocacy in Action Click to Enlarge November 19: Dr. Charles S. Lopresto, MSSNY Councilor and member of MSSNY’s Legislative & Physician Advocacy Committee, attended the “Campaign Kickoff” fundraiser for New York State Senator Toby Ann Stavisky. Senator Stavisky, the long-time Chair of the Senate
1001 CUTS: A Global Call for Equity in Medicine Click to Enlarge Women in surgery still face daily barriers that affect team culture, burnout, and patient outcomes. A new global screening of the film 1001 CUTS invites leaders to examine these challenges and explore solutions that strengthen
Abstract Reviewers and Judges Needed for MSSNY Poster Symposium Click to Enlarge MSSNY will once again host a Residents/Fellows and Medical Students’ Poster Symposium during the 2026 MSSNY House of Delegates. We are seeking volunteers to serve as reviewers of abstracts for the symposium. January 6, 2026, is the
MSSNY December CME Opportunities: Leadership, AI, and Emergency Preparedness Click to Enlarge Sunday, December 7, the Women Physicians Leadership Academy continues with “Leadership: Dollars & Sense of Leadership.” This session helps women physicians build the confidence, communication strategies, and leadership frameworks needed to navigate workplace challenges
Streamlining the IDR Process: How Your New Member Benefit Callagy Recovery Helps New York Physicians Recover Lost Revenue Click to Enlarge What’s New: MSSNY Member Benefit Callagy Recovery simplifies IDR arbitration under the No Surprises Act, helping physicians secure rightful reimbursements. Why It
Click to Enlarge Colleagues: This is not just another President's Corner—it’s a call for your immediate action. The Grieving Families Act (S4423/A6063), a bill that will wreak havoc on New York’s healthcare system, has LANDED on the Governor’s desk. If signed into law, it could
Make Smart Insurance Moves Click to Enlarge Open Enrollment season is here. Let Creative Wealth Planning guide your coverage choices with expert, personalized advice for MSSNY members.Get Coverage Details →
Fall 2025 Women Physicians Leadership Academy Continues Today! Click to Enlarge The next Women Physicians Leadership Academy session takes place today, November 23, at 9:30 a.m., followed by the final session on December 7. Both sessions will be led by Dr. Lynn M. O’Connor, Director of
NYRx Update: What Physicians Must Know Click to Enlarge NYRx met with MSSNY to address coverage gaps affecting NY physicians and patients. Key updates include new guidance on Wegovy authorization and the latest PDL changes impacting prescribing and pharmacy workflow.
