Grand Rounds
COVID-19: The Unmet Need for Treatment Options
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
12:00 –12:45 pm
Note: This session does not offer CME
Kaitlyn Rath, DNP, BSN, AGNP-C, Field Medical Director-Antivirals, US Medical Affairs, Pfizer, will provide education on the COVID-19 protease inhibitor mechanism of action, appropriate patient selection, contraindications, and drug-drug interactions (DDIs). She will also review tools which will help identify DDIs efficiently.
Trauma Informed Leadership*
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
12:00 – 12:45 pm
Approved for .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
As we increasingly understand the connection between people and their work environment, creating a psychologically safe space is paramount to employee satisfaction and success. Leading in a trauma informed way supports stabilizing the work environment, employee satisfaction, and workplace happiness. During this presentation we will look at actions leaders can take personally and structurally to support employees, colleagues, the organization, and even their own mental health. Presented by Brooke Buckley, MD, FACS, Chief Medical Officer, Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital and
Robert Matheny, MSC, Clinical Manager, Henry Ford Health System.
Year End Financial Planning*
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
12:00 – 12:45 pm
Approved for .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Nathan Mersereau, CFP®, will review ways to help your personal finances before the close of 2023. Areas to be discussed include financial planning, tax tips, and investment strategies.
Point of Care Testing and Provider Performed Microscopy: Meeting CLIA Requirements*
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
12:00 – 12:45 pm
Approved for .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
This session focuses on the Point of Care Testing (POCT), and Provider Performed Microscopy (PPM), providing professionals with the necessary knowledge to meet Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) requirements. Participants will learn about the advantages and limitations of POCT and PPM and their impact on patient care. The session covers CLIA regulations, including personnel qualifications, quality control, and documentation. Session faculty will discuss practical insights, case studies, and strategies for overcoming compliance in the clinic setting. Attendees will learn to implement CLIA-compliant POCT and PPM programs and stay informed about emerging technologies and regulatory updates. Presented by Gaurav Sharma, MD, FCAP, Medical Director, Point of Care Testing and Provider Performed Microscopy; Division Head, Regional Laboratories and James Hayward, MLT (CSMLS), BSc, MBA, Manager, Point of Care Testing, Provider Performed Microscopy, and Transfusion Medicine
Practice Management
Medical Records Basics**
Wednesday, September 6, 2023
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Approved for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Stacey Hettiger, MSMS Senior Director, Medical and Regulatory Policy, will review federal and state laws, and basic principles related to medical records management including recordkeeping, allowable copying charges, retention, and destruction. Participants will gain a better understanding of the legal and ethical obligations regarding medical records management.
The Health Can’t Wait Act: New Changes to the Prior Authorization Act**
Wednesday, October 4, 2023
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Approved for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Kathleen Westfall, Kerr Russell, will provide an overview of what the previous law provided and what changes are expected going forward since key provisions of the Health Can’t Wait Act took effect on June 1, 2023. Additionally, some real-life scenarios that existed under the previous law will be discussed as to how they hypothetically should be different under the new law.
Ask the Experts Panel Discussion**
Wednesday, November 8, 2023
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Approved for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Bring your legal questions to this open forum. Attorneys from Kerr Russell will be on hand to address topics related to HIPAA, labor & employment issues, valuing your practice, licensed scope of practice (physicians assistants and advance practice registered nurses), and other trending topics.
Complaints, Grievances, Quality Improvement…OH MY!**
Wednesday, December 13, 2023
1:00 – 2:00 pm
Approved for 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
Attendees can expect to gain knowledge of the differences between complaints and grievances while learning practical ideas to incorporate patient experiences into quality improvement efforts. Presented by Michelle Tuckerman, MBA, BSN, RN, CPHRM, CPPS, Risk Consultant, Risk Management and Analytics, Coverys.
For more information and to register, click here. https://connect.msms.org/Education-Events/Calendar-of-Events
Statement of Accreditation
The Michigan State Medical Society (MSMS) is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
* AMA Credit Designation Statement
The MSMS designates this live activity for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
** AMA Credit Designation Statement
The MSMS designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
