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May 31, 2024 |
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Staff update IMS is pleased to announce Seth Brown, JD, as our new director of government relations. A graduate of Baylor University and Drake University Law School, Brown previously served as the director of public affairs for the Iowa Pharmacy Association (IPA). Seth begins his new role with IMS on Monday, June 17. Starting then, you can reach him at sbrown@iowamedical.org.
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Visit IMS in Fort Dodge on June 5! This spring and summer, the Iowa Medical Society (IMS) is traveling to multiple vital healthcare destinations across the state to meet our members! Our next stop is in Fort Dodge on June 5. As part of our Blitz Days across Iowa, IMS is meeting with physicians and discussing a variety of pressing issues. These events also include meetings with healthcare leaders, legislative updates, and visits with other clinics and providers. IMS would love to visit your clinic as part of our trip! If you would like to schedule a meeting with IMS leadership and board members, please contact Heather Lee on IMS staff.
Networking Reception Our day in Fort Dodge will be capped with a reception hosted at Soldier Creek Winery from 5:00 - 6:30p.m. All are welcome to join us for heavy hors d'oeuvres, a hosted bar, and networking. This is a great opportunity for our individual and group members in this part of the state to meet with IMS leadership, including board members and staff, to learn more about IMS and how we can best serve Iowa physicians. Register and learn more by clicking the button below. We hope to see you there! |
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Fort Dodge Town Hall, June 5 Healthcare workforce continues to be a hot button issue in our state. Iowa communities are facing challenges recruiting and retaining across the healthcare workforce population, including physicians, nursing, pharmacy, direct care, public health, and others. The Iowa Medical Society along with partner organizations are working together to assess and evaluate the current landscape and future of the healthcare workforce in Iowa. From these meetings, the statewide action plan will evolve to address current workforce challenges and opportunities. Two sessions will be held Wednesday, June 5 for you to choose from: Fort Dodge Public Library Session 1: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm or Session 2: 1:00 - 3:00 pm We want to hear from people within communities about their communities. Who should attend: Physicians, pharmacists, nurses, direct care workers, public health personnel, all healthcare professionals & administrators, human resource professionals, educators, community organizations, local business, patients & families, and community members. |
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Help us Raise the Bar ... Give to IMPAC today!
"The bottom line is, to remain vital we must raise the bar to secure $50,000 for the Iowa Medical Political Action Committee (IMPAC) during this important election year to ensure we elect candidates to the statehouse that value Iowa physicians and the important role they play to serve their patients in every corner of this state."
Jon Van Der Veer, DO IMPAC Chair |
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IMS hosts Creston Rural Healthcare Workforce Town Hall Wednesday, June 12
If you are in the Creston area, join IMS and partners for a Rural Healthcare Workforce Town Hall. Two sessions will be held on Wednesday, June 12 for you to choose from:
Southwestern Community College
Session 1: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm or Session 2: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Who should attend: Physicians, pharmacists, nurses, direct care workers, public health personnel, all healthcare professionals & administrators, human resource professionals, educators, community organizations, local business, patients & families, and community members. |
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