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This page will provide updates on medical news you need to know regarding our healthcare system, healthcare delivery, interesting articles, meeting updates, events, and even some entertainment. If you have an article you would like to share or a thoughtful, constructive concern or opinion, please send it to cvmedsoc@gmail.com so we can publish it here.

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Oct 10, 2024

History of CVMS

The history of the Coastal Virginia Medical Society

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Oct 10, 2024

CVMS Board Minutes September 2024

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Oct 10, 2024

CVMS Bulletin October 2024

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The Official newsletter of the Coastal Virginia Medical Society - October 2024 Edition

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Oct 10, 2024

CVMS Medical Conference Nov. 2 2024

First Annual CVMS Primary Care Medical Conference

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Oct 10, 2024

News from the Richmond Academy of Medicine

Tragic Resident Suicide Sends Warnings

The tragic March 1 suicide of 33-year-old GWU ophthalmology resident Dr. Will West has shaken the medical community, and his recently revealed suicide note sends a stark warning to hospitals about medical residents facing grueling conditions, severe overwork, and inadequate pay.

"Iron Will," as he was known to friends and family for his grit and determination, suffered from ADHD and depression but refused to seek treatment out of fear of the negative impacts it could have on his career. "Imperfection is not allowed. Weakness is not either. When it's there, it's treated with disdain instead of an opportunity for learning and growth," he revealed in his suicide note.

Dr. West also included his parting wish. "I hope that an effort can be made to understand, support, and mentor the residents rather than simply to assess and drive them toward their highest potential as doctors." He also addressed George Washington University's School of Medicine directly with the ominous warning that other residents are fighting a similar "life and death battle."

"Often that battle may cause symptoms that look an awful lot like laziness, lack of motivation or waste of intelligence, all unforgivable sins in our profession," Dr. West wrote and Daily Mail reports.

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Oct 04, 2024

Physician Satisfaction Survey

Are you satisfied with your career? Answer this anonymous survey.

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Oct 04, 2024

How to Respond to an Auditor's Records Request

Thanks to a recent excellent informative document put out by the Hancock-Daniel law firm on the MSV website, physicians now have a reference for what to do when an auditor requests your records...

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Sep 26, 2024

Krueger Medical Scholars Program

Through a combined effort among community physicians, the Krueger Foundation, Sentara Health, and local public and private high schools in the Hampton Roads area, and supported by a generous grant from TowneBank, a renewed Medical Scholars Program has been established. This program actually started several years ago but had to be discontinued during the pandemic. It has now been restarted beginning with Bayside High School and Norfolk Academy with plans to expand to most other local high schools as well.

What Is the Medical Scholars Program?

It is a program designed to allow upper level high school students to "shadow" community physicians and other health professionals as they work in their offices or in the hospital for two purposes: To enhance their education in the health sciences, and to provide students with the opportunity to see if they might want to consider a future career in Medicine. This would provide a great service to the community and eventually help to improve access to care.

If you might be interested in participating in this program, please call or email Greg Warth, MD at 757-816-8399 or medicalscholars363@gmail.com.

Here is a link to our website for more information...

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Sep 26, 2024

Mark Warden at CVMS Meeting on September 19, 2024

Mark Warden gave a very informative presentation on the economy at our most recent meeting on September 19, 2024. Here is a link to a video showing most of his talk in case you weren't able to attend.

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Sep 24, 2024

Is It Time to Re-Consider a Universal Public Option?

Vermont almost set up a Universal Public Health Option 10 years ago, but the Governor vetoed it at the last minute. The current health system is getting worse every year. Is it time to reconsider universal health coverage if the tax would be less than the premiums we have to pay for private insurance? The future of medicine could potentially have two options: universal coverage and a private option with direct pay practices.

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Sep 20, 2024

Goals of CVMS

Why does CVMS exist? What are its goals?

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Sep 19, 2024

Richmond Academy Newsletter

Here is a link to another newsletter that you might like, called "The Leg Up."

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Sep 16, 2024

CVMS Bulletin Aug Sep 24

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The CVMS Bulletin Aug Sep 24 contains all the medical news and views you want to know, upcoming events and webinars, comments and concerns about healthcare.

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Sep 14, 2024

CVMS-Board-Minutes-August-2024

Minutes from the August 2024 CVMS Board Meeting

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Sep 14, 2024

Average Physician Pay

Average physician pay is higher in terms of dollars, but when corrected for inflation, it barely budged.

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Sep 12, 2024

CVMS Newsletter Sign Up

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Sign up for the CVMS Bulletin Here. Get the medical news and views you need to know.

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Sep 07, 2024

CVMS Events

This page contains information regarding upcoming events hosted by Coastal Virginia Medical Society

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Sep 06, 2024

Save the Date!!

Mark Warden - Senior Managing Director, Clearstead Advisory Solutions.

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Aug 31, 2024

Invitation to the Krueger Lectureship and Annual Dinner

Members of Coastal Virginia Medical Society are cordially invited to attend the John J. Krueger Lectureship and Annual Dinner on October 8 at the Wyndham in Virginia Beach. Please RSVP using the link below:

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Aug 19, 2024

Docs and Hops Event - a Reminder

You don't want to miss this! The MSVPAC is hosting a fun and laid-back social event for members of the physician community where they can enjoy some wonderful local beer while socializing and discussing issues relevant to the physician community. The information for the event is as follows:

• When: Thursday, August 22nd from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
• Where: Smartmouth Brewing Company, 1309 Raleigh Ave, Norfolk, VA
• Cost:
• Good for What Ales You - $50 Single Ticket
• Pitcher Perfect Student Ticket - $25
• I Wish You Were Beer Sponsor Package - $300
• Sponsor Recognition and 10 tickets to distribute as you wish
• Registration:
https://mx.msv.org/Events/Calendar-Of-Events/Meeting-Home-Page?meetingid={EEC096F2-3524-EF11-840A-000D3A8D807D}
• Registration is limited to the first 40 registrants, so act now to save your spot!

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Aug 19, 2024

Innovative Approaches to Obesity Medicine

This conference sponsored by SoMeDocs is occurring September 6-8 and will bring you up to date on obesity medicine with a great lineup of fantastic speakers. Register here...

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Aug 15, 2024

Conference on Risk Management

Some of you may be interested in learning more about risk management. Here is a one-day conference that you can attend virtually that might be helpful.

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Aug 15, 2024

How Financial Gifts are Taxed

The Coastal Virginia Medical Foundation is asking for donations to build up its available supply of funds to be used for charitable healthcare purposes locally. See the page on Foundation on this website. The following link will lead you to an article on how the IRS looks at financial gifts including how and when they can be taxed:

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Aug 09, 2024

Value-Based Medical Care vs. Fee-for-Service: What's the difference?

Hello,

I would like to invite you to the CenterWell/Conviva Virtual Doc Talk on August 28 at 4:00PM CST/5:00PM EST.

Our featured speaker is:
Dr. Jose Perez, MDArea Medical DirectorCenterWell Senior Primary Care, Houston, Texas

We will be discussing:
The benefits of practicing under a value-based care model
Bilingual Physician,
Advanced Practice Provider, & Leadership career opportunities
Why making a career move to a growing practice might be right for you
Open Q&A session

Thank you to those that have already registered, we look forward to seeing you on August 28, you will receive a calendar invite soon. For those that haven't registered yet, please RSVP with this link:

https://careers.humana.com/campaign/join-us-for-our-june-virtual-doc-talk-3/

For questions please contact:

Kelly DukeSr. Physician RecruiterCell/Text #: 210.802.1590Email: KDuke@humana.com

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Aug 07, 2024

CVMS-Board-Meeting-Minutes-July-2024

Minutes from the July 2024 CVMS Board Meeting

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Aug 07, 2024

Coastal-Virginia-Medical-Foundation

Medical Foundation serving the needs of Norfolk, Chesapeake and Virginia Beach.

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Jul 04, 2024

Foundation Membership

What it means to be a part of the CVM Foundation Membership and how to Join.

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Jul 04, 2024

How to Become a Delegate for CVMS

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How to Become a Medical Society Delegate for CVMS

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Jul 04, 2024

Proposals and Resolutions

Writing a Proposal

How to write proposals and resolutions for the Coastal Virginia Medical Society

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Jul 04, 2024

Calling All Delegates!

MSV 2nd DISTRICT NEWS:
*A 2nd District Pre-MSV Annual Meeting Caucus is being held on the 2nd Thursday of August (August 8th) at 7:00 pm. Dinner (Olive Garden - Western Branch-Chesapeake-corner of Portsmouth Blvd. and Taylor Rd.) is included. All delegates/alternate delegates of the MSV 2nd District are encouraged to attend.

Current CVMS Delegates include:
Keith Berger, MD
Duane Lawrence, MD
Peter Kemp, MD
Joan Lingen, MD

We still need one more Delegate and five Alternate Delegates to represent CVMS. Please send email if you are interested.

cvms@cvmedicalsociety.org

Jul 01, 2024

CVMS Bulletin June-July 2024

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CVMS Bulletin June/July 2024 - New updates on what is really happening in medicine.

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Jun 30, 2024

CVMS Minutes May 2024

Minutes from the May 2024 CVMS Board Meeting

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Jun 11, 2024

Satisfied with your Life?

Are you satisfied with your life, your career, your relationships? Are you burned out, irritable, anxious, unhappy? If you are not happy, you don't have to be stuck with that.

If you feel trapped in a situation you can't get out of, You actually can change things. You can make a difference in your life. You do have some control. You just have to learn how to to do it. Become more satisfied with your work and yourself.

Consider spending just three days in the Landmark Forum virtually, learning how to transform yourself into a person who is free, unburdened by the problems of the past, and ready to create a new future full of new possibilities. Click on the link below and watch the video. Then click on "Attend a Free Introduction" to find out how to transform yourself and your life. All strictly confidential.

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Jun 03, 2024

Quick-Survey

Let us know what's on your mind.

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May 25, 2024

CVMS Bulletin May 2024

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The official newsletter of the Coastal Virginia Medical Society

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May 25, 2024

Membership

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Informative page on how to join CVMS along with links to membership benefits.

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May 22, 2024

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Explanation of COPN Laws in Virginia

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May 22, 2024

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Through our affiliation with the Medical Society of Northern Virginia, CVMS members are now eligible to receive deep discounts on a variety of insurance plans.

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May 07, 2024

CVMS-Position-Paper-Womens-Rights

Opinion on Women's Rights. Response to Alabama's Supreme Court decision regarding embryos as persons.

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May 07, 2024

CVMS-Board-Minutes-April-2024

Minutes from the April 15, 2024 Board Meeting

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Apr 18, 2024

CVMS-Bulletin-April-2024

CVMS Bulletin April 2024

The Official Newsletter of the Coastal Virginia Medical Society

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Mar 24, 2024

CVMS Board Minutes March 2024

Minutes from the March 18, 2024 CVMS Board Meeting

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Mar 20, 2024

CVMS Bulletin March 2024

Medical News, Updates, and Commentary for Coastal Virginia.

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Mar 20, 2024

Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote Patient Monitoring

Remote patient monitoring is a Medicare-approved and Stark-approved program that allows physicians to monitor their patients' health like never before.

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Mar 06, 2024

Lucky Day Event

March 13 is your Lucky Day! The Coastal Virginia Medical Society cordially invites you to this awesome early celebration of St. Patrick's Day. Catch up and share a toast with your friends and colleagues. Meet your local representatives. Learn more about our Medical Society and what we are up to this year. You don't know the half of it yet!

When: March 13, 2024 at 6:00 PM.

Where: The Penthouse Lounge at the Westin Residencies: 4535 Commerce Street, in the Virginia Beach Town Center.

Dress: Business Casual. Come right from work. Wear something green.

Service: We will be serving heavy hors d'oeuvres and wine, complements of CVMS.

Learn: More about CVMS Advocacy and Benefits and what we can do for you.

Virtual Presentation: "Telemedicine" by Dr. Karen Rheuban

Raffle: $100 Gift Certificate x3

Bring a Guest!

Please use the link below to view our event website and RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there!

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Feb 29, 2024

Mental Healthcare

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CVMS Position Paper on Mental Healthcare in Virginia

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Feb 25, 2024

CVMS Bulletin February 2024

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Official Newsletter of the Coastal Virginia Medical Society. What's really happening in Medicine today.

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Feb 16, 2024

CVMS Board Minutes February 2024

This page contains the minutes of the CVMS Board Meeting held on February 1, 2024.

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Feb 10, 2024

CVMS Marketplace

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Enjoy the benefits of membership. These are connections to corporate partners who provide benefits to our members in return for advertising.

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