Federal Investigation into Private Equity, Consolidation in Medicine
Federal Investigation into Private Equity, Consolidation in Medicine Three federal agencies are investigating the impact of private equity ownership and the broader consolidation of healthcare organizations on patient care and costs, prompting a wave of concern among physicians. According to Rhonda Wright, MD, from Brookhaven, Georgia, the influence of private
Baby Born Deaf Can Hear After Breakthrough Gene Therapy
Baby Born Deaf Can Hear After Breakthrough Gene Therapy In a landmark advancement in gene therapy, Opal Sandy from Oxfordshire has shown remarkable progress in the global CHORD (Children Hearing and Oral Restoration through DNA) trial, significantly advancing the treatment of auditory neuropathy. This condition disrupts nerve impulses from the
Advisory: Acute Flaccid Myelitis
Advisory: Acute Flaccid Myelitis The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) has issued a health advisory regarding Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM), a rare but serious paralytic condition predominantly affecting young children. Clinicians are urged to report suspected cases and collect specific specimens for testing promptly. No single pathogen has
Join IPRO for Annual Meeting Luncheon: How AI Can Transform Long-Term Care
Join IPRO for Annual Meeting Luncheon: How AI Can Transform Long-Term Care MSSNY members are invited to IPRO's 40th Annual Meeting Luncheon on Tuesday, June 11, from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm at the Garden City Hotel in Garden City, NY. Keynote speaker Dr. Timothy Hoff will discuss "How AI
Healthcare Appreciation Celebration with the New York Yankees
Healthcare Appreciation Celebration with the New York Yankees Attention all Yankees fans! Starting tonight, May 17th, to May 22nd, the Yankees celebrate Healthcare Appreciation Days. Watch the Yankees play against the White Sox from May 17th to May 19th, and each ticket will include a choice between a tumbler, or
Behind MSSNY’s Policy Shift on Medical Aid in Dying
Behind MSSNY's Policy Shift on Medical Aid in Dying Dr. Charles Lopresto oversaw the debate around medical aid in dying as chair of MSSNY's Reference Committee on Public Health & Education and notes that there was little opposition to the policy based on how it was written and presented to
MSSNY Speaker Dr. L. Carlos Zapata Featured in Newsday and Innovate LI
MSSNY Speaker Dr. L. Carlos Zapata Featured in Newsday and Innovate LI Dr. L Carlos Zapata’s appointment as MSSNY Speaker was featured in Newsday’s People On the Move: Long Island Promotions, New Jobs section as well as Innovate LI’s On The Move section. Congratulations, Dr. Zapata!
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Sizzling Summer Savings with MSSNY and MemberDeals! Unlock exceptional discounts and unforgettable experiences with MSSNY's partnership with MemberDeals! Enjoy exclusive offers on car rentals, travel, entertainment, experiences, sports, and retail, ensuring savings and memorable moments. Visit the benefits and service page today to explore the benefits and turn your membership
Cannabis and Non-Compete Clauses
Cannabis and Non-Compete Clauses Colleagues: What does the cannabis schedule change have in common with regulation of non-compete clauses? Both are examples of how the federal government issues regulations. A regulatory agency publishes a proposed rule in the Federal Register. A 120-day public comment period follows. The agency then publishes
Navigating Sky-High Costs: New York’s Medical Malpractice Insurance Crisis
Navigating Sky-High Costs: New York's Medical Malpractice Insurance Crisis In New York State, physicians are grappling with the nation's most exorbitant medical liability insurance costs, a pressing issue that significantly contributes to the overall high insurance expenses across various sectors. A recent report from the New York Civil Justice Institute
