How Do Doctors in the UK Feel About Assisted Dying? The stance of physicians on assisted dying in the UK reflects a complex and nuanced perspective. After a comprehensive survey of its members, the British Medical Association, which previously opposed physician-assisted dying, shifted to a neutral stance in 2021. This survey revealed a divided medical
New AI Smartphone Tool Accurately Diagnoses Ear Infections In a groundbreaking study published in JAMA Pediatrics, researchers from University of Pittsburgh Medical Center and the University of Pittsburgh have unveiled a smartphone app powered by artificial intelligence (AI) capable of diagnosing ear infections, specifically acute otitis media (AOM), in young children with impressive accuracy. This
Important CMS Announcement Regarding Advanced Medicare Payments The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services announced a new opportunity for physicians impacted by the cyberattack and resulting disruptions with Change Healthcare to request advanced Medicare payments to help with cash flow disruptions. The details of the program, terms, and the steps needed to apply can be
Women Physicians Leadership Academy The MSSNY Women Physicians Leadership Academy programming concludes tomorrow with our last session, “Designing Your Medical Career. The session will start promptly at 7:45 am until 11:15 am. There is still time to register. Click here!
Call for Abstract Reviewers & Judges Got an eye for groundbreaking research? We're looking for passionate individuals to review and judge the submissions for MSSNY’s 2024 Poster Symposium. Interested? Email Kathy Rohrer to get involved. This year's symposium will be held Friday, April 12, 2024, at the Long Island Marriott (101 James Doolittle Blvd, Uniondale, NY 11553).
Show Us Your Kitties! Or puppies, birds, fish, reptiles…Whatever type of pet you have, MSSNY wants to see them, so we can share photos of them (and you…but mostly them) at our House of Delegates. Send photos to [email protected] and be sure to include their name(s) and yours. Disclaimer: Cosmo Kramer approves of this message…and
Healthcare Appreciation Celebration with the New York Yankees Attention all Yankees fans! From 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 a scrub top. Watch the Yankees
The Women's Financial Spa: Travel Tips and Tales for Women Date: Wednesday, March 27th Time: Lunch 12:00-1:00pm | Speaker 1:00-2:00pm Venue: The Astor House, 130 E. 80 Street, New York, NY, 10075 Use this link to register More info: Gain insights from Phyllis Stoller, who founded the Women's Travel Group in 1992, and has been
MSSNY Fights for Physician Relief from Change Healthcare Debacle MSSNY staff have participated in numerous meetings with state and federal officials to urge relief for physician practices across New York State that have been adversely impacted by the Change Healthcare ransomware debacle, preventing health care claims from being submitted and paid, and threatening to shutter
Cybersecurity is Patient Safety: What the Ransomware Attack on Change Healthcare Should Teach the Industry The recent cyberattack on Change Healthcare, attributed to the cybercriminal gang BlackCat, has brought the vulnerability of healthcare systems into sharp focus, underscoring the urgent need for enhanced cybersecurity measures within the industry. This incident highlighted the attractive target that
