MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society

A new survey indicates that pay gaps still persist between male and female physicians in Maryland. Conducted by Berkeley Research Group’s Healthcare Transactions & Strategy practice, on behalf of MedChi, the survey tracks compensation, benefits, and practice metrics of Maryland physicians. It benchmarks compensation among Maryland physicians by gender, age, ethnicity and practice status, and also examines how Maryland physicians compensation has changed since the pandemic. Read more here - https://lnkd.in/e5kaKg-J

The best moments for physicians come when they are beside their patients, facing health challenges together. The worst days are when they are stuck on the phone with health insurers that are trying to prevent patients from accessing the care they need. More: https://lnkd.in/g2qVyvyx #YourCareisAtOurCore

As the end of the year approaches, MedChi is proud to host its final anniversary event, “Grand Finale at the Grand” on Friday, December 6th. Enjoy an evening of food, ambience, signature cocktails, a Live DJ, and a special performance. Try your hand at Texas Hold Em, Blackjack, Roulette, or the Money Wheel. Bring a guest for “date night” or just an evening of fun! Read more in the latest #MedChiNews - https://lnkd.in/eTA7-2Jc

This #Thanksgiving we give thanks to the physicians who devote themselves to the health and well-being of their patients. Many physicians are spending this holiday season inside an operating room, or at the emergency room – driven by providing compassionate care. Join us in applauding the physicians who are putting patients first today, and every day. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g2qVyvyx #YourCareisAtOurCore 

As we near the end of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, MedChi is driving critical awareness about lung cancer. This is especially important ahead of the upcoming holidays which can cause added stress leading people to turn to tobacco products. In hopes of spreading this awareness, MedChi helped secure a Proclamation for the State of Maryland signed by Governor Wes Moore to officially recognize November as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Read more here - https://lnkd.in/en9C4ZHg

In addition to our events, MedChi is reminding Marylanders that open enrollment on Maryland’s Insurance Marketplace began this month. This is the time of year that anybody can enroll in new coverage or make changes to their current plan without experiencing a qualifying life event. Medicaid enrollment is year-round, and Medicaid-eligible Marylanders may start their coverage immediately. Marylanders who are enrolled in Medicaid must renew their Medicaid coverage once a year through the Maryland Health Connection. Read more in #MedChiNews - https://lnkd.in/e8sKhT65

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Physicians are on the front lines, treating patients every day. Through building lasting relationships, physicians have the insight and expertise to provide the best possible care. Together, physicians and patients can navigate growing bureaucracy within healthcare in pursuit of better health outcomes. More: https://lnkd.in/g2qVyvyx #YourCareIsAtOurCore

In recognition of American Diabetes Month, MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society, is raising awareness about diabetes risk factors and encouraging people to make healthy changes. Read more here - https://lnkd.in/gfsKa4TU

On October 26, Padmini Ranasinghe, M.D., MPH, FACP, FACPM, FSHM was inaugurated as the 177th President of MedChi, and Eric W., a Queen Anne's County Pathologist, became our President-elect. Read more in the latest #MedChiNews - https://lnkd.in/e9FH6Exz