PULSE 10/9/2026: When Physicians Step Into the Community: Grand Island Cares Shows the Power of Local Action
When Physicians Step Into the Community: Grand Island Cares Shows the Power of Local Action Click to Enlarge What happens when physicians, medical students, emergency responders, medical societies and community members come together with one goal—to help people know what to do
PULSE 10/9/2026: Advocacy in Action
Advocacy in Action Click to Enlarge NY County Medical Society Advocacy in Action Pictured (top row, left to right): Paul N. Orloff, MD, with State Senator Toby Ann Stavisky, Chair of the Senate Committee on Higher Education; Dr. Orloff with
PULSE 10/9/2026: Presidents Corner
New York’s Medical Liability Crisis: Reform Is Long Overdue Click to Enlarge Colleagues: New York has long faced one of the highest medical liability burdens in the country. Malpractice insurance premiums in the state routinely exceed those in much larger states such
PULSE 10/2/2026: Secure Your Safety Net
Secure Your Safety Net Click to Enlarge October is Disability Awareness Month—protect your income with Sellers Insurance. MSSNY members receive preferred rates on life and disability plans.Explore Options →
PULSE 10/2/2026: Why Vaccines Matter: A Conversation with a Meningitis Survivor
Why Vaccines Matter: A Conversation with a Meningitis Survivor Click to Enlarge October 5th is World Meningitis Day. Listen to a newly produced podcast with meningitis survivor, vaccine advocate, and founder of the J.A.M.I.E. Group, and Dr. Bill Valenti, Chair of
PULSE 10/2/2026: Upcoming MSSNY Webinars Provide Support for Physicians at All Stages of Their Careers.
Upcoming MSSNY Webinars Provide Support for Physicians at All Stages of Their Careers. Click to Enlarge October 14 Vaccines and treatments for influenza, COVID-19, and RSV remain the most effective measures to reduce severe illness and hospitalization rates among eligible
PULSE 10/2/2026: Seventy-One Percent of Physicians Say There is Stigma Surrounding Mental Health
Seventy-One Percent of Physicians Say There is Stigma Surrounding Mental Health Click to Enlarge Medical Economics (9/17, Littrell) reports, "Seventy-one percent of physicians say there is stigma surrounding mental health and seeking mental health care in their profession,
PULSE 10/2/2026: A Warm Welcome to Our New August MSSNY Members!
A Warm Welcome to Our New August MSSNY Members! Click to Enlarge We are excited to have you as part of our physician community. We’re here to support you through advocacy, resources, education, and opportunities to connect with colleagues all
PULSE 10/2/2026: Running a Medical Practice is Hard Enough; Getting Paid Shouldn’t Be
Running a Medical Practice is Hard Enough; Getting Paid Shouldn’t Be Click to Enlarge New York physicians are already managing payer delays, staffing pressure, rising costs, and patient care demands. Payment processing should not make practice operations harder. As an exclusive MSSNY
PULSE 10/2/2026: National Primary Care Week
National Primary Care Week Click to Enlarge In a healthcare system that can feel complicated and disconnected, primary care physicians are trusted partners who help patients understand their options, navigate their care, and take the next step with confidence. This National

