The Virtual Exhibit Hall is Now Open!
Check out the brand new AMS Virtual Exhibit Hall to see what our contributors and exhibitors have to offer and sign up for prizes. The exhibit hall is free to attend, but you must register for our upcoming CME event on Friday. Haven't registered for the Annual Membership…
In the Journal: Change: Looking Back, Looking Ahead
In the May edition of the Journal, our 2020-2021 President Chad Rodgers, MD, reflects on the past year and what it means for medicine going forward. "Before the pandemic, we had certainly become accustomed to the rapid changes in health care and to the idea that change is…
Finding Your Happy in Turbulent Times
Finding your "happy" during turbulent times is one of the hardest things to do. At the annual AMS Membership Meeting on Friday, May 14, Fayetteville-native Kim Hodous will explore the science behind happiness and provide simple ways we can all stay centered during a time when the world…
COVID Vaccination Program: On-Demand Clinic Training
If your clinic is interested in distributing COVID vaccines to your patients, check out the training webinar that was held on March 31 with the Arkansas Department of Health.You may view the recording of the session with Dr. Jennifer Dillaha and Rachel Odom here.Mentioned in the presentation are…
CMS COVID-19 Vaccine Resources: Reaching Vulnerable Populations
From CMS: As COVID-19 vaccines continue rolling out across the country, CMS is taking action to protect the health and safety of our nation’s patients and providers and keeping you updated on the latest COVID-19 resources from HHS, CDC and CMS. With information coming from many different sources,…
Financial Assistance Available for Integrating PDMP Data with EMRs
The Arkansas Department of Health has announced the receipt of a CDC grant to cover the licensing costs for integrating information from the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) into your electronic medical record. Please read the message below from the PDMP staff. The grant funding is available for…
Mansfield Joins AMS as Director of Administrative Services
AMS welcomes Mary Ann Mansfield as the new Director of Administrative Services. In this position she oversees the administrative staff of the Society in areas including finances, communications, and membership. She is the current Executive Director for the Arkansas Chapter of the American College of Cardiology and also…
In the Journal: April’s Scientific Edition
The April edition of the Journal features scientific articles and case studies from Arkansas physicians, residents, and medical students. Read the online edition here. Thanks to our advertisers this month: Arkansas Foundation for Medical Care Buygility Law Offices of Darren O’Quinn AMS Benefits State Volunteer Mutual Insurance Company
Available Dates for Doctor of the Day
The 2021 Legislative Session has been extended, so we have a few open dates for Doctor of the Day. If you would like to volunteer the week of April 12th, fill out the form to let us know. https://www.arkmed.org/advocacy/docoftheday/
District Trustee Election Results
The elections for AMS District Trustees concluded on March 12, 2021. The following members were elected for two-year terms and will be confirmed at the Annual Membership Meeting on Friday, May 14, 2021. The trustees who are rotating off the board will also be recognized at the Annual…
New Medical School to Be Established in Northwest Arkansas
Whole Health Institute (WHI), a non-profit organization founded by Alice Walton, on March 4 announced plans for a Whole Health School of Medicine and Health Sciences (School of Medicine) in Northwest Arkansas. “The Whole Health School of Medicine will help medical students rise to the health challenges of…