PULSE 6/26/2026: Presidents Corner
Regulation without Representation: Reflections on the American Revolution and Modern Medicine Click to Enlarge Colleagues: As our nation reflects on the 250th anniversary of the American Revolution, Americans should remember and honor the courage and sacrifice of those who challenged
PULSE 6/12/2026: Presidents Corner
A Question for Our Legislators: Is it Ethical to Offer a Lower Standard of Care to Underserved Communities? Click to Enlarge Colleagues:Although the legislation providing for the independent practice of physician assistants did not advance in the New York State’s 2026-27 budget,
PULSE 6/5/2026: Presidents Corner
From New York to the Nation: MSSNY Physicians Bring Their Voice to the AMA House of Delegates Click to Enlarge Colleagues: This week, physician leaders from across New York State will travel to Chicago to represent the Medical Society of
PULSE 5/29/2026: Presidents Corner
Supporting New York’s Patients and Physicians: Response to the Final State Budget Click to Enlarge Colleagues: While MSSNY and I are grateful to the New York State Legislature and Governor for several important provisions included in and excluded from the
PULSE 5/22/2026: Presidents Corner
Honoring Courage and Sacrifice: A Memorial Day Message Click to Enlarge Colleagues: Memorial Day is not simply the unofficial beginning of summer. It is a sacred pause in the life of our nation, a day set aside to honor the
PULSE 5/15/2026: Presidents Corner
Governor Hochul and State Legislature Must Reform Prior Authorization Process in Final FY2026 Budget Click to Enlarge Colleagues: MSSNY is urging Governor Kathy Hochul and the State Legislature to finally reform the broken prior authorization system as part of the
PULSE 5/8/2026: Presidents Corner
NY Physicians Stress Final State Budget Must Reject Proposals that Impede Access to Care Click to Enlarge Colleagues: On Friday, I released the following statement to the press: "As the Legislature and Governor finalize the 2026–27 State Budget, it is
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: Presidents Corner
Medicare and Medicaid Reimbursement: A Broken System Click to Enlarge Colleagues:For more than two decades, physicians in New York and across the country have faced a reimbursement system that is increasingly unsustainable. The Medicare Physician Fee Schedule, which serves as the foundation
PULSE 4/17/2026: Presidents Corner
Combating Insurance Administrative Burdens in New York Click to Enlarge Colleagues: One of the most persistent challenges for physicians practicing in New York is navigating the administrative burden imposed by health insurance companies. In many regions, a small number of insurers dominate
