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Apr 15, 2020, 08:34 AM
Your Advocate and Resources on the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to change our lives and the way you practice each day, PAMED is committed to providing our membership with only the most pertinent and timely updates.
Apr 15, 2020, 08:33 AM
Accelerate Your Retirement Savings with a Cash Balance Plan
While most are familiar with IRAs, 401(k)s, and pensions, frequently one of the overlooked qualified savings plan options available to physicians is a Cash Balance Plan. Cash Balance Plans may offer a way for physicians to put away significant amounts for retirement, reduce their taxes, and benefit employees all at the same time.
Apr 15, 2020, 08:32 AM
New Faces Changing Lives at the Physicians’ Health Program
The Physicians’ Health Program (PHP) at The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society began 2020 with many new faces serving the medical professionals in our care.
Apr 15, 2020, 08:32 AM
Legislating Health Care Innovation
Gov. Wolf and state legislators are hoping to ease health care costs for Pennsylvanians using an innovative, cutting-edge strategy that could be first in the nation to do so.
Apr 15, 2020, 08:31 AM
From the CEO/EVP's Desk: Physician Innovators are Creating a Healthier Pennsylvania
I am thrilled to share more about about the first-ever PAMED Innovation Grant recipients in this issue of Pennsylvania Physician, says PAMED's CEO/EVP Martin Raniowski.
Apr 15, 2020, 08:29 AM
Advocacy 101: It’s A Lot Easier Than Organic Chemistry
Physician advocacy can play a key role in helping to guide the legislators to enact effective public policy. So, what does it take to make a difference? It’s a simple three-step process.
Apr 15, 2020, 08:28 AM
Returning to the Days of Venue Shopping Would Hurt Pennsylvanians
While the Legislative Budget and Finance Committee report was vague and inconclusive, it clearly demonstrates reasonable doubt on the need to return to venue shopping and does nothing to further the arguments of those advocating for this change.
Apr 15, 2020, 08:28 AM
Meet Rep. Bryan Cutler
Pennsylvania Physician talks to State Representative Bryan Cutler about his interest in health care issues.
Apr 15, 2020, 08:28 AM
Meet Keith Taylor
Pennsylvania Physician talks to Keith Taylor, senior director of partnerships and practice support, about PAMED's PA Clinical Network.
Apr 15, 2020, 08:27 AM
Innovation and Impact at the Clinic for Special Children
For the last 31 years, the Clinic for Special Children has provided integrated clinical, laboratory, research, and educational services to patients with genetic or other complex disorders in an unusual setting: rural Lancaster County.
Apr 15, 2020, 00:03 AM
Improving the “Health” of Health Care Prescription: Mentorship and Diversity
Without mentors and sponsors, many of us would never have had the opportunity to achieve our professional goals. Two PAMED members are committed to addressing this situation, and the statistics, by increasing the diversity of health care in Pennsylvania
Apr 15, 2020, 00:00 AM
Physician Wellness and Avoiding Burnout Starts with Taking Care of You
Physician wellness is critically important. It’s vital that we take care of ourselves so that we can take world-class care of our families and patients. This is one of my primary focuses this year as PAMED president, and it’s an issue I’m extremely passionate about.
Apr 15, 2020, 00:00 AM
Health Care Innovation in Action
In the fall of 2019, PAMED awarded $500,000 in grants to physicians and organizations in a new program that encourages innovation in health care.
Apr 15, 2020, 00:00 AM
Health Care Innovation Challenges and Opportunities from Rural and Urban Perspectives
Dr. Christopher Scheid and Dr. Jeffrey Farma sound off on health care innovation challenges and opportunities from rural and urban perspectives.
Apr 15, 2020, 00:00 AM
The Burden of EHRs – It’s Time to Turn the Conversation to Focus on Solutions
Physicians and other health care providers on the frontlines often refer to EHRs as burdensome and extraordinarily onerous. Here are some solutions to help make them work for you.
Apr 10, 2020, 09:32 AM
How Pa. County Medical Societies Are Advocating for Physicians during the COVID-19 Emergency
Here’s a closer look at several county medical society initiatives.
Apr 9, 2020, 09:35 AM
Pa. To Enable Retired Health Care Professionals to Assist With COVID-19 Response
Get details on the changes.
Apr 8, 2020, 11:26 AM
Highmark, UnitedHealthCare Announce COVID-19 Financial Relief for Health Care Practitioners
Here’s a closer look at the relief measures.
Apr 8, 2020, 09:40 AM
Pa. Supreme Court Issues Clarification on Civil Litigation during COVID-19 Emergency
A coalition of state medical societies led by PAMED called on the Pa. Supreme Court to suspend all pre-trial proceedings against healthcare practitioners during the COVID-19 emergency.
Apr 7, 2020, 12:45 PM
Pa. Department of Health Issues Alert on Evaluating for COVID-19, Including Instructions to Share with Patients
Get the documents that should be shared with patients who are being evaluated for COVID-19.

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