More Med Students Want Business Degrees Medical students are increasingly pursuing business degrees to complement their medical education and desire to gain management skills and financial literacy, crucial in the evolving healthcare landscape where maximizing profits is a key focus. These skills empower physicians to take on executive roles, especially in the growing health tech
Mount Sinai Ends Downtown Family Medicine Program, Raising Concerns for Primary Care Mount Sinai Health System is discontinuing a family medicine residency program in Lower Manhattan due to financial constraints. This program, a partnership with the Institute for Family Health, has trained primary care doctors in an urban setting. The closure raises concerns about the
Registration Now Open for the March 2024 Women Physicians Leadership Academy To register for each session, please click the links below. March 2, 2024: The Importance of Networking March 9, 2024: Enhancing Physician Wellness and Belonging March 16, 2024: Designing Your Medical Career More information on this series can be found on our website. If
Varicella and RSV Are Now Reportable Conditions in NYS The New York State Department of Health has announced new reporting requirements for respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and varicella. This update mandates the reporting of all laboratory-confirmed cases of RSV in people of any age and RSV-related deaths in individuals under 18. Additionally, all cases of
New Mayo Clinic Study Finds Profound Changes Impacting the Practice of Medicine A recent Mayo Clinic study focuses on the profound changes impacting the practice of medicine. 40% of physicians consider reducing clinical hours, and 20% contemplate leaving their practice within two years. This shift, a stark contrast to earlier trends, reflects the deep-seated challenges
2024 Healthcare Outlook: How to Navigate Ahead As 2024 approaches, physician leaders are facing significant challenges. Deloitte's latest report highlights five key trends to prepare for: A surge in mergers and acquisitions. The growing importance of generative AI and digital transformation. Deepening workforce challenges. Increased opportunities for outsourcing and offshoring. The need for affordability and
Call for Abstracts: MSSNY Announces Its 17th Annual Poster Symposium MSSNY will hold its 17th Annual Medical Student/Resident/Fellow Poster Symposium on Friday, April 12 in conjunction with their House of Delegates at the Long Island Marriott in Uniondale. Details and guidelines for abstract submission can be found on MSSNY’s website. Please note that you must be
Call for Abstract Reviewers If you would be interested in serving as an abstract reviewer or judge for MSSNY’s 2024 Poster Symposium, please contact Kathy Rohrer at [email protected].
Call for Young Physician Section Nominees Are you interested in representing your Young Physician Section and getting involved in the future of medicine? Consider running for the open positions within the Young Physician Section: Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary/Treasurer, 2025 Delegate to MSSNY’s House of Delegates or 2024 Delegate to the AMA-YPS. Elections will be held at
Solutions to Retain Physicians Amidst Growing Burnout and Departure Rates In a critical analysis addressing the growing concern of physician burnout and retention, a recent AMA report highlights that an alarming 40% of doctors are considering leaving their current positions within two years. This alarming statistic, emerging from an AMA-exclusive survey, underscores a complex situation
