first-two-episodes-of-better-prescribing-better-treatment-podcast-now-available | First Two Episodes of Better Prescribing, Better Treatment Podcast Now Available | Leadership | Shared_Content/News/Membership_Memo/2023/june-9/first-two-episodes-of-better-prescribing-better-treatment-podcast-now-available | <div class="col-md-12">
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<h5>June 9, 2023</h5>
<h2>First Two Episodes of Better Prescribing, Better Treatment Podcast Now Available</h2>
<p>This week, the WSMA is launching a 14-episode podcast featuring conversations with experts on an array of topics about how we can reduce the dependence on opioids for pain management where appropriate, help those suffering with chronic conditions safely, and help those with addiction. A sole production of the WSMA and hosted by Nathan Schlicher, MD, JD, the podcast is available at no cost to all physicians, physician assistants, and health professionals, and supports the goals of the <a href="[@]wsma/resources/opioids/better_prescribing_better_treatment/wsma/resources/opioids/better-prescribing-better-treatment.aspx?hkey=b6fb0ec0-8bc2-4e53-bf4c-9f148599cbeb">Better Prescribing, Better Treatment safe-prescribing program</a>.</p>
<h3>About the podcast</h3>
<p>Through the course of the series, the WSMA Better Prescribing, Better Treatment Podcast will address the gaps in practice that exist between the current state of prescribing and the best practices surrounding opioid and controlled substance prescriptions. The risks of both short- and long-term administration of opioids in combination with and separately from sedative medications impose risks that cross specialties and systems. </p>
<p>Each podcast episode is available to all physicians and health professionals either as audio or audio and video. Episodes will be posted on the <a href="[@]wsma/resources/opioids/better-prescribing-better-treatment-podcast/wsma/resources/opioids/better-prescribing-better-treatment-podcast.aspx?hkey=5d4ff39d-6d34-45da-a94f-d95e682b2863">WSMA Better Prescribing, Better Treatment Podcast webpage</a> approximately every two weeks through the summer months, with the first episode now available. Creation of the podcast is made possible through funding from the federal Bureau of Justice Assistance and the Washington State Department of Health.</p>
<h3>About the host</h3>
<p>Nathan Schlicher, MD, JD, MBA, FACEP, is an emergency room physician with TeamHealth Northwest and St. Joseph Medical Center and is a past president of the WSMA. Dr. Schlicher is the physician lead for the Better Prescribing, Better Treatment safe-prescribing program.</p>
<h3>About the first episode: The Future of the Better Prescribing, Better Treatment Program at the WSMA</h3>
<p>In this podcast, Dr. Schlicher is joined by WSMA Program Manager Monica Salgaonkar, MHA, CPHQ, and WSMA Director of IT Troy Brown to discuss the new areas of development in the Better Prescribing, Better Treatment program at the WSMA.</p>
<p>Learning objectives:</p>
<ul>
<li>Recall the history and background of Better Prescribing, Better Treatment.</li>
<li>Describe the areas of expansion of Better Prescribing, Better Treatment.</li>
<li>Using data components, determine how the data may be used to drive improvement.</li>
<li>Get more involved in Better Prescribing, Better Treatment and know who to contact for questions or coaching.</li>
</ul>
<p>This activity is approved for <em>AMA PRA Category 1 Credit</em><sup>TM</sup>. <a href="[@]wsma/resources/opioids/better-prescribing-better-treatment-podcast.aspx">Access the podcast from the WSMA website</a>.</p>
<h3>About the second episode: The History of Opioid Prescribing Legislation</h3>
<p>In this podcast, Dr. Schlicher sits down with WSMA Policy Director Jeb Shepard to discuss the history of opioid prescribing in the state, the origins of BPBT, and its overall impact on prescribing.</p>
<p>Learning objectives</p>
<ul>
<li>Summarize the history and background of opioid prescribing legislation over the years.</li>
<li>List the stakeholders involved in addressing the opioid use public health crisis in Washington state.</li>
<li>Understand the effects of HB 1427 and SB 5380 on opioid prescribing in Washington state and have strategies to comply with them.</li>
<li>Get engaged in Olympia and testify on rules and regulation of important medical issues.</li>
</ul>
<p>This activity is approved for <em>AMA PRA Category 1 Credit</em><sup>TM</sup>. <a href="[@]wsma/resources/opioids/better-prescribing-better-treatment-podcast.aspx">Access the podcast from the WSMA website</a>.</p>
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weekly-rounds-june-2-2023-help-keep-the-wsma-physician-driven-by-telling-us-what-you-think | Weekly Rounds: June 2, 2023 - Help Keep the WSMA Physician Driven by Telling Us What You Think | Leadership | Shared_Content/News/Weekly_Rounds/2023/weekly-rounds-june-2-2023-help-keep-the-wsma-physician-driven-by-telling-us-what-you-think | <div class="col-md-12">
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<h5>June 2, 2023</h5>
<h2>Help Keep the WSMA Physician Driven by Telling Us What You Think</h2>
<p>Jennifer Hanscom, CEO</p>
<p>
One of my favorite things about WSMA's events is that I can connect face to face, once again, with our members. It's a great way to get feedback, hear your concerns, and learn more about what matters to you. The downside is that I can only hear from the folks who attend!
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<p>
As we round out the first half of 2023, I'd like to check in with you. I know there's no way our thousands of members can all attend WSMA's in-person events, so as an alternative, I'm inviting you to share your opinions <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DHZ6GK5">via a quick survey</a>. It shouldn't take too much time to complete, and your answers will most definitely help shape WSMA's work on your behalf.
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<p>
The WSMA is a physician-driven organization. Your voice matters as we strive to ensure that our work is focused on issues and activities that matter to you.
</p>
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Your feedback will be closely reviewed and considered. The WSMA Executive Committee will meet soon to reflect on WSMA's current strategic plan, achievements to date, and consider where our attention and resources should be focused in the future.
</p>
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Let us hear from you! Please take a moment to <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/DHZ6GK5">raise your voice and be heard</a>. The reliability of the survey results depends on a strong response. Your responses will be anonymous and confidential. Please complete the survey by Friday, June 23.
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Thanks for taking time to offer your feedback. As always, thanks for all you do!
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<h5>May 26, 2023</h5>
<h2>House of Delegates Resolutions Due by Aug. 4 for Inclusion in Delegate Handbook</h2>
<p>Resolutions are one of the key drivers of legislative and regulatory policy for the WSMA. The following guidance and key dates will help you succeed in creating and submitting your resolutions for consideration by the WSMA House of Delegates. And don't forget to mark your calendars: The 2023 Annual Meeting of the WSMA House of Delegates will take place Sept. 23-24 at the Westin Bellevue. This yearly conference is WSMA's primary policymaking event, where resolutions will be debated by WSMA members and considered for adoption by the association's House of Delegates.</p>
<h3>First steps</h3>
<p>If you have an idea for a policy that you'd like the House of Delegates to adopt, take a moment and consult the <a href="[@]wsma/about/policies/whats_our_policy/policy_index.aspx">WSMA Policy Compendium</a> to make sure the subject isn't already addressed in current WSMA policy. Alternatively, you may seek to modify existing WSMA policy. If you'd like to advance a change in the governance and regulation of the WSMA, review the <a href="javascript://[Uploaded files/News and Publications/newsletters/2023/wsma-bylaws-2022.pdf]">WSMA Bylaws</a>&nbsp;for reference.</p>
<h3>Check for health equity impact</h3>
<p>Policies may disparately impact communities, particularly various disadvantaged or marginalized communities. Before submitting your policy proposal in the form of a resolution, use this <a href="javascript://[Uploaded files/News and Publications/newsletters/2023/health-equity-polices-evaluation-tool.docx]">equity evaluation tool</a>&nbsp;to consistently assess the diversity, equity, and inclusion impacts of potential new WSMA policy. The <a href="http://www.wsma.org/wsma/about/who_we_are/dei-committee.aspx">WSMA DEI Committee</a> will be using the tool as it evaluates resolutions before the House and will add a health equity note as appropriate.</p>
<h3>Formatting and submitting your resolution</h3>
<p>After you've completed the preceding steps, you must then <a href="[@]wsma/events/annual_meeting/how_to_write_a_resolution/wsma/events/annual_meeting/How_to_Write_a_Resolution/how_to_write_a_resolution.aspx?hkey=a22cd977-aaed-4445-9ee2-6fc4716a7136#howto">organize your policy proposal as a resolution</a>, the required format for consideration by the House of Delegates. Resolutions must be sponsored by at least two members of the House of Delegates (which includes delegates, alternate delegates, and members of the board of trustees), and must be submitted in writing by one of those sponsors. If you are interested in authoring a resolution but are not a delegate or board member, the WSMA will work with you to develop your resolution idea and find sponsors. Contact us at <a href="mailto:hod@wsma.org">hod@wsma.org</a> or 206.441.9762 for assistance.</p>
<h3>Resolution deadlines</h3>
<p>Resolutions must be submitted to the WSMA for review at <a href="mailto:hod@wsma.org">hod@wsma.org</a> by the following deadlines:</p>
<ul>
<li>Aug. 4 - Deadline for resolutions and reports to be submitted for publication in delegate handbook.</li>
<li>Aug. 24 - Final deadline for resolutions and reports. Resolutions received after this date must have the consent of two-thirds of the House at the opening session to be considered.</li>
<li>Aug. 24 - Delegate handbook will be available for download.</li>
<li>Sept. 23-24 - The 2023 WSMA Annual Meeting.</li>
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<p>After submission, WSMA staff will review the resolution for any legal or legislative concerns and will work with you to establish a fiscal note (the cost, if any, to implement the resolution if adopted).</p>
<h3>More information</h3>
<ul>
<li><a href="[@]wsma/events/annual_meeting/wsma/events/annual_meeting/annual_meeting.aspx?hkey=fea49254-3815-4dc9-8710-53ff2e3a100f">WSMA Annual Meeting</a></li>
<li><a href="[@]WSMA/Events/Annual_Meeting/How_to_Write_a_Resolution/How_to_Write_a_Resolution.aspx">How to Write a Resolution</a></li>
<li><a href="[@]wsma/about/policies/whats_our_policy/policy_index.aspx">What's Our Policy?</a> - <em>make sure your resolution isn't already a policy!</em></li>
</ul>
<p>Should you have additional questions on the meeting or resolution drafting, contact the WSMA policy department at <a href="mailto:policy@wsma.org">policy@wsma.org</a>.</p>
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