PULSE 5/1/2026: Advocacy in Action
Advocacy in Action Click to Enlarge From left to right are Dr. Natalka D. Stachiw, MSCE Vice President; Senator April N. M. Baskin; Dr. Stacey A. Watt, MSCE Past President and MSSNY Councilor, Ms. Audrey Watt, and Dr. Michael D. Merrill, MSCE President‑Elect.
PULSE 5/1/2026: New York Appellate Court Finds Lower Court Wrongly Permitted Expert Testimony Without Adequate Scientific Foundation; MSSNY & AMA Had Supported Case with Amicus
New York Appellate Court Finds Lower Court Wrongly Permitted Expert Testimony Without Adequate Scientific Foundation; MSSNY & AMA Had Supported Case with Amicus Click to Enlarge The New York Appellate Division, 2d Department, ruled this week that a lower court
PULSE 5/1/2026: New York’s IDR System Preserves Access to Care
New York’s IDR System Preserves Access to Care Click to Enlarge In a recent segment on Capitol Pressroom, MSSNY EVP Dr. Thomas Lee delivered a clear message: New York’s Independent Dispute Resolution (IDR) process is not broken—it is essential. At a
PULSE 5/1/2026: Build Your Influence and Save on Physician Leadership Training
Build Your Influence and Save on Physician Leadership Training Click to Enlarge Leadership responsibilities are no longer optional. It is a part of daily practice. Whether guiding clinical teams, managing departments, or advocating for patients and colleagues, physicians are frequently asked
PULSE 5/1/2026: MultiPlan Antitrust Litigation Update
MultiPlan Antitrust Litigation Update Click to Enlarge A federal antitrust lawsuit is currently underway against MultiPlan (recently rebranded to Claritev), a healthcare data firm, and major health insurance companies including UnitedHealth, Elevance (Anthem), Humana, Aetna, Cigna, and various
PULSE 5/1/2026: Presidents Corner
Building Meaningful Relationships with Legislators Benefits Physicians and Our Patients Click to Enlarge Colleagues: I recently attended a reception for State Senator Robert Ortt along with representatives from Erie County Medical Society (MSCE), including MSCE Executive Director of MSCE Kathy
PULSE 4/24/2026: Legal Expertise for New York Physicians
Legal Expertise for New York Physicians Click to Enlarge Legal issues can emerge at any time. Norris McLaughlin offers MSSNY members a one-hour complimentary consultation and discounted rates on compliance, contracts, and practice law. Connect with Legal Experts →
PULSE 4/24/2026: MSSNY Immediate Past President Dr. Jakubowicz Shares Advocacy Expertise at SUNY Downstate Grand Rounds
MSSNY Immediate Past President Dr. Jakubowicz Shares Advocacy Expertise at SUNY Downstate Grand Rounds Click to Enlarge Policy changes, reimbursement challenges, and increasing administrative complexity continue to shape how physicians deliver care and sustain their practices. That reality underscores the
PULSE 4/24/2026: Capital Update April 24, 2026
Capital Update April 24, 2026 Click to Enlarge Physicians must continue to advocate to their legislators on the several pressing State Budget health care policy issues under negotiation that will exacerbate the significant challenges facing physician care delivery across the State if
PULSE 4/24/2026: The Best Way for Physicians to Evaluate Their Employment Contracts and Track Career Progress
The Best Way for Physicians to Evaluate Their Employment Contracts and Track Career Progress Click to Enlarge No matter where a physician is in their career, staying informed about the job market and latest compensation trends is essential. The landscape of
