Handling Potential Avian Influenza Cases Click to Enlarge As of April 2024, the CDC has confirmed human infections with the highly pathogenic avian influenza A(H5N1) virus in Texas, with additional cases emerging among dairy farm workers in other states. Clinicians in New York are urged to stay
New Ciprofloxacin Guidance for Meningococcal Disease Click to Enlarge The NYS Department of Health and NYC Health Department now advise against using ciprofloxacin for post-exposure prophylaxis in meningococcal disease due to rising resistance. Providers should use alternatives like rifampin, ceftriaxone, or azithromycin. Prompt action is critical, and
AI Reprograms Glioblastoma Cells for Immunotherapy, Offering Hope for Deadliest Brain Cancer Click to Enlarge In an exciting development for cancer treatment, researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of USC have harnessed the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to reprogram glioblastoma cells into dendritic cells
MSSNY Mourns the Passing of Former Sr. Vice President of Communications & Marketing, Thomas M. Donoghue Click to Enlarge Thomas M. Donoghue, retired MSSNY SVP of Communications & Marketing and MESF Director passed away after a long illness on July 27, 2024. Tom was not only MSSNY's liaison
The Shortfalls of NP Education: Report Click to Enlarge According to a recent report by Bloomberg Businessweek, the rapid growth of nurse practitioner (NP) programs in the U.S. has raised concerns about training quality and patient safety. With over 300,000 NPs currently practicing and an expected 45.7% increase
Understanding Insurer Takebacks: What Physicians Need to Know Click to Enlarge Insurance takebacks, or recoupments, occur when an insurance company requests a refund for payments previously made to healthcare providers. These requests can be initiated for several reasons, such as: Duplicate Payments: The insurer realizes
Honoring MSSNY Member Dr. Hari Krishna Shukla for His Humanitarian Contributions Click to Enlarge The New York State Senate has honored MSSNY Member Dr. Hari Krishna Shukla with the prestigious Liberty Medal, the highest accolade bestowed upon an individual by the State Senate. Dr. Shukla's remarkable
Support Our Young Physicians, Residents, and Students Click to Enlarge On Thursday, August 8th, Onondaga County Medical Society will sponsor the first in a series of events designed to support the needs of our young physicians and students. It is essential that we continue to engage
Why Use MSSNY Career Center? Click to Enlarge Find Your Next Great Job: Explore a variety of listings tailored to early career physicians. Connect with Leading Employers: Network with top medical employers looking for fresh talent like you. Easy to Use: Your next opportunity is just a click away!
Let's Get Immunized NY: Promoting Community Health Through Vaccination Click to Enlarge August is National Immunization Awareness Month (NIAM), a time to emphasize vaccines' critical role in protecting people of all ages from preventable diseases. This annual observance reminds individuals and families to review their vaccination
