Oregon Medical Association

Approximately half of Americans have hypertension, and only about 1 in 4 adults have their blood pressure under control. Managing blood pressure is the most impactful way to prevent death from heart attack or stroke. Learn more about hypertension at https://lnkd.in/gyjmGeGF #heartmonth #bloodpressure #hypertensionmanagement

Dr. Julia Tasset and son Felix testified on behalf of OMA and Oregon ACOG in support of a series of bills introduced by Senator Lisa Reynolds, MD to improve maternal health and outcomes for babies and children. For more on the Momnibus legislation: https://lnkd.in/gka_33Vz #OregonACOG #Momnibus2025

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The American Medical Association remains committed to addressing the opportunities and challenges in today's evolving health care landscape. Read the full message from Dr. Michael Suk, Board of Trustees Chair, to members concerned about proposed policies impacting their practices, patients and public health at: https://lnkd.in/gBXX9Ue2

February is National Heart Month! ❤️ Did you know that heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death in the United States? Let's raise awareness and take steps towards heart health together! Facts to Know: Oregon’s Heart Disease Death Rate is 267 per 100,000, compared to the national rate of 325.7. If you're curious about your county’s death rate and how it compares to the rest of Oregon, visit the CDC’s Heart Disease and Stroke Maps. https://bit.ly/heartCDC #heartmonth #hypertension #hypertensionmanagement

Practice Managers: There is one week left to register for our Practice Roundtable on February 19th (12-1pm). Join us to learn about delegating tasks to clinical staff, key legal risks, and developing strong policies. Register now at https://lnkd.in/gwXiSQbb

On February 11, OMA members Marianne Parshley, MD, and Kelsi Manley, MD, testified before the Senate Health Care Committee on the need for the legislature to pass and fund SB 531. An OMA priority bill, SB 531 would help stabilize funding to the Oregon Wellness Program. Learn more about the OWP at: oregonwellnessprogram.org/ #clinicianwellness

Cardiovascular disease remains the #1 cause of death among adults in the U.S. Visit the OMA’s Hypertension page for education opportunities and resources for patients and clinicians.     Find more information at https://lnkd.in/d3nizWSN #heartmonth  #hypertension  #hypertensionmanagement 

Are you making the most of your clinical team? Delegating patient care tasks effectively can boost efficiency—but do you know the legal risks? Join the OMA Practice Roundtable on February 19 for expert guidance from two healthcare attorneys and the Oregon Medical Board’s Medical Director. Learn best practices, avoid pitfalls, and strengthen your policies. To register visit: https://lnkd.in/gwXiSQbb

Hey OMA members! Keep your eye on your inbox tomorrow for all the details about the newest OMA member benefit, brought to you by our partnership with The Partners Group and Chubb. As an OMA member, you can access low group rates on cancer, term life, and accident coverage. Don't miss out - open enrollment ends February 14!