From the Board of Medicine
Medical Doctors
Group 1 – current license will expire at midnight, ET, January 31 of each even year.
Group 2 – current license will expire at midnight, ET, January 31 of each odd year.
Doctors of Osteopathic Medicine
Current licenses expire at midnight, Eastern Time, on March 31, 2024.
The Florida Board of Medicine and the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine are responsible for setting the CME required for licensure and re-licensure in Florida. Each Board specifies a certain number of hours, including some mandatory topics, that must be completed within each two-year licensure term.
CE Broker
The HCMA has formed a partnership with CE Broker, the official continuing education tracking system. HCMA members receive a discount when subscribing to a CE Broker account. Subscriptions renew annually and offer a user-friendly system that helps you sort through complex CE requirements. Contact Elke Lubin at 813-253-0471 or click here to receive the promotion code. Go to CEBroker.com and subscribe or set up a 7-Day Free Trial Account. Use the HCMA promotion code to apply your discount.
Physician Wellness
The HCMA Foundation Physician Wellness Program provides a safe harbor for members to address life difficulties, challenges, and increased stress through counseling and coaching services. This complimentary and completely confidential benefit is available for all members, regardless of membership category.
Could AI Cause Burnout in Medicine?
Some concern that new technology could be more of a problem than a solution. Artificial intelligence (AI) has rapidly ingratiated itself in the healthcare landscape, emerging as a powerful tool with the potential to revolutionize various aspects of clinical practice. From enhancing diagnostic precision to streamlining administrative workflows, AI is touted as a solution to many of healthcare's long-standing inefficiencies. Yet, the transformative power of AI is a double-edged sword, and its integration may have unintended repercussions for not only patients but also physicians. Read more.
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Personal News
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John Sinnott, MD, stepped down July 1st from his role as chair of the Department of Internal Medicine in the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine. Dr. Sinnott will continue service as the James Cullison Professor of Medicine.
Dr. Sinnott leaves behind a legacy as a renowned physician and dynamic teacher and mentor. During his 10-year run as chair of USF Health’s largest department, he has ushered in a culture that has helped the department achieve unprecedented growth and achievement. Read more.
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Drs. Bruce Shephard, Michael Cromer, and Stacie Wenk.
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HCMA was well-represented!
The FMA Annual Meeting was held last weekend in Orlando. Not only was the HCMA represented by twenty-four members (including delegates and FMA board members) but three HCMA members sat on Reference Committee III. Dr. Michael Cromer served as chairman alongside Drs. Bruce Shephard and Stacie Wenk.
Many thanks to our delegates who spent the weekend in Orlando, supporting organized medicine, debating important issues, and creating policy.
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2023 HCMA representatives: Drs. Stacie Wenk, Michael Cromer, Nam Tran, Scott Anderson Rosemarie Garcia-Getting, Eva Crooke (Delegation Chair), Victor Feldbaum (future member), Lili Buzsaki, Michael Murphy, Michael Zimmer, Joel Silverfield, Ajoy Kumar, Brandon Faza, Diane Gowski, Neil Manimala, Rebecca Johnson, Radhakrishna Rao, Bruce Shephard, and Madelyn Butler. Not pictured: Drs. Kimberly Biss, Damian Caraballo, Carlos Lamoutte, Chris Pittman, and Ms. Debbie Zorian (HCMA Executive Director).
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New Members
AFFILIATE MEMBER:
Jordan Halsey, MD
Pediatric Craniofacial Surgery
Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital
601 5th St., S, #306
St. Petersburg, 33704
727-767-4920
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Joining the HCMA is easy!
Do you have a nonmember colleague? Share this edition of Enews, direct them to our website, or scan the QR code to learn more about the HCMA and all of the benefits we offer!
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Spotlight on Savings
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Contact Alex Hills, Favorite Healthcare Staffing representative, directly at 913.800.5270, 866.877.5505, or CLICK HERE.
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Rent office space at Bruce B. Downs location for a single physician, M-F. Space is also available at the Platt St. location, Tuesday PM and Wednesday all day. Call Dona (813/971-9743 x 109) or email her at dlshearer1@aol.com, allergytampa.com.
The Bulletin
Click here to review the most recent issue of The Bulletin along with previous issues.
If you or anyone you know is interested in advertising in The Bulletin, or marketing their services to HCMA members, more information can be found in the HCMA Marketing packet.
UPCOMING EVENTS
National Physician Family Day
August 26, 2023
The Florida Aquarium
Hosted by the HCMA Physician Family Alliance. Free admission to the aquarium (tickets are limited - RSVP today). Arrive between 9:30am-noon - stay until closing (5pm). To secure your tickets for this event, please contact HCMA PFA Membership & Outreach Chair, Lauren Swoboda, or 863.398.1783. Event sponsors: hendrickson interiors, Nightcap Social, Lauren Swoboda/Compass Florida Real State, Jennifer Facini, CFP/Brighton Jones, and Kourtney Doyle/Amerant Mortgage.
Membership Dinner
September 19, 2023, 6:15pm
Westshore Grand Hotel
"Seeing Impact through the Eyes of the Patient." Sponsor and exhibit opportunities are available. Call 813.253.0471 or click here for more information and to RSVP. Sponsors include Tampa General Hospital.
Women in Medicine Reception
October 25, 2023, 6:00pm
Palma Ceia Country Club
HCMA's female members are invited to celebrate women in medicine and socialize among colleagues. Sponsored by The Bank of Tampa Women Connected. Additional sponsors are welcome, contact Debbie Zorian, Executive Director, for details. Watch your email for the official invitation. Click here for more information.
Holiday Social for HCMA members
December 5, 2023, 6:30pm
At the home of Dr. & Mrs. Michael Cromer
Dr. Michael and Carol Cromer will open their home to HCMA members and their guests for an evening of cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, socializing, and celebrating the holiday season! Watch your email for the invitation.
26th HCMA Foundation's Charity Golf Classic
April 4, 2024
Call to carts: 1:15pm
Sponsorship opportunities are available and golfer registration is now open. Click here for all of the info!
