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Dr. Karen L. Smith Honored with 2023 NC Rural Leadership Award

NCMS Board member Dr. Karen L. Smith received the 2023 Larry Wooten Rural Leadership Award,…

NCDHHS Forms for Compliance with New NC Abortion Statute

Butner Substance Abuse Center Will Convert to Psychiatric Hospital for Children

Is Long Covid the Next Public Health Disaster?

World AIDS Day Events Across North Carolina

Today is World AIDS Day. It is a day for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, to…

NCMS Members Win in Midterm Elections

On Point: Colonoscopy Remains The Best Method To Prevent Colon Cancer – Several Doctors Respond to New Study

On Point submissions are individual member viewpoints and not North Carolina Medical Society…

NCMS Responds to Durham Nurse Stabbed, Killed by Patient

RALEIGH -- June Onkundi was stabbed and killed by one of her patients while she was at work…

Alert: Update on BCBSNC Reimbursement Policy Changes

On Point: Bone Health is a Women’s Healthcare Issue – by Dr. Andrew Bush

On Point submissions are individual member viewpoints and not North Carolina Medical Society…

Goodbye Social Distancing! So Long Masks! Hello Again to Viruses?

COVID Variants Gaining Ground Ahead of Expected Winter Surge

Wake County Members – Make Your Voice Heard on Community Issues and Activities

Great News for NC Patients: Hearing Aids Now Available Over the Counter

LEAD Keynote Talk: LTG (Ret) Rick Lynch on 21st Century Leadership

URGENT! Update on DHHS IT System Outages

Dr. John Barkley is 2022 Harris Memorial Award Winner

Miriam Schwarz is the 2022 John Huske Anderson Award Winner

Dr. Robert E. Schaaf is the 2022 E. Harvey Estes Physician Community Service Award Winner

Younger Age Groups in NC Can Now Receive Updated COVID-19 Booster

We Are the North Carolina Medical Society

Are You Sad This Time of Year? Ways to Beat Seasonal Affective Disorder

When a person struggles emotionally and has low energy during the year’s darkest months, they may…

Michelle Laws and Kristina Natt och Dag Are Ready to See You at LEAD and Our Gala This Weekend

RALEIGH — Chief Experience Officer Michelle Laws and Vice President of Education and Training…

A New Restaurant Has Gone to the Dogs

Monday Nights Getting A Bit Safer

Are Airplanes A Public Health Risk? EPA Says Yes

Cheers! to these 2022 Golden Stethoscope Awards Gala Table Sponsors

Bubbles and Bling Bring Sparkle to the 2022 Golden Stethoscope Awards Gala!

Winter, Vaccines, Billions of Dollars, and Lives Saved. What Doctors Need to Know Before Temperatures Drop

Check Your Inbox! NCMS Election E-mails Arriving Now. Deadline to Vote is October 13

Is Your Practice Making These Top 5 Coding Mistakes?

Yom Kippur begins Tuesday Evening

On behalf of the staff at the North Carolina Medical Society, G’mar Chatimah…

ATTENTION MEDICAID PROVIDERS: Nearly 300 Physicians Suspended Over Expired Credentials

¿Doctor, Habla Español? Here Is Some Ayuda

Oh My Gourd! Cooking With Squash is All The Rage This Fall!

North Carolina Medical Society Alliance Celebrates Centennial – Part 3

Ian reforms as Category 1 hurricane, takes aim at Carolinas

NCDHHS Delays Medicaid Managed Care Tailored Plans

Wednesday Wow! Piranha Caught in NC Lake

NCMS Joins Medical Societies Across Country Urging Congress to End Medicare Physician Payment Problems

The 2022 Golden Stethoscope Award Winners ARE…

New Duke Study: Can Artificial Intelligence Detect Autism?

The 2022 Golden Stethoscope Award Winners ARE…

STD rates skyrocketing as pandemic comes to an end. Syphillis, gonorrhea, HIV all on the rise.

FDA: Don’t Cook Chicken in NyQuil!

The 2022 Golden Stethoscope Award Winners ARE…

NC Sees Increase in West Nile Virus Activity

Wake County Medical Society Planning Visit to JC Raulston Arboretum

The 2022 Golden Stethoscope Award Winners ARE…

Will New Offer From Hospitals Jolt Stalled NC Medicaid Expansion Negotiations?

NCDHHS Releases New COVID-19 Vaccine Readiness Guidelines

North Carolina’s Michael Jordan Keeps Breaking Records

One in 10 Physicians Consider or Attempt Suicide. No, You Didn’t Read That Wrong.

Congratulations, Columbus Regional! Now the region’s first Center for Excellence in Robotic Surgery

NC Doctors: Could Your Practice Benefit from the Collaborative Care Model?

“Earth is now our only shareholder.” Patagonia founder gives away billion-dollar company to fight climate change

‘Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation! 2022 National Hispanic Heritage Month Begins

AMA to Congress: Doctors are Deeply Alarmed About Financial Instability of Medicare Physician Payment Plan

New Hanover-Pender County Medical Society Plans 25th Summer Social

Doctors Take Note: Is This A New Era for Cancer Screening?

New Study: Covid-19 Illnesses Keeping at Least 500,000 Workers Out of U.S. Labor Force

Melanoma Monday: Fun in the Mountains!

NY Gov. Kathy Hochul allowing polio vaccines after more virus detected in three counties

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Friday the state was stepping up its…

Durham named one of America’s underrated destinations (shhh… don’t tell everyone!)

In Case You Missed It: AMA Webinar, Dismantling Stigma for All: Addressing Physician and Patient Mental Health and Suicide Risk

In case you missed it, the AMA partnered with Christine Yu Moutier, MD, chief medical officer of…

North Carolina’s COVID State of Emergency Has Expired. Could This Mean an Uptick in Medical Malpractice Cases?

NCMS here to help. Our new Wellness & Resilience page is LIVE!

NC Physicians given priority for Neuroimmune Consultation Panel

Hope4Healers Helpline Available

FDA Approves New Round of Covid Booster Shots Targeting Omicron Variant

How well do you understand monkeypox? NCDHHS issues new toolkit to help

Ready to leave your scrubs at home? These Diamond sponsors of the NCMS 2022 Gala have a message for you!

NCMS Foundation partner Alliance Medical Ministry celebrates exciting fiscal year end results

September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month

NC Supreme Court Issues Opinion Regarding Nursing Liability

NCDave Fines Begin Tomorrow

For better or worse, Pumpkin Spice Latte is back already!

Do Your Patients Trust You? If Not, You Could Be Making Them Sicker!

The Changing Face of Monkeypox

Back-to-School, Vaccines, and Boosters! Oh My!

NCDHHS, EqualityNC Partner for Monkeypox Virtual Town Hall

NC Ranks 7 on Data Breach List. How to Protect Your Data

US government to end free at-home Covid test program this week

North Carolina Still Not Part of Medicaid Expansion

Melanoma Monday: Keeping Your Skin Clean in Summer!

Attention Providers! Learn Now About NC Tailored Plans

Is Monkeypox Past Its Peak?

NCMS teams with ASAM for Pharmacy Access Survey

In the News: Dr. Michelle Laws is a Hometown Hero

Get a Gold Star with these back-to-school vaccine guidelines

NCMS Political Pulse August 22, 2022: The Surprises in the ‘No Surprises Act’

RALEIGH -- Congress passed the No Surprises Act to protect patients from surprise medical bills.…

Melanoma Monday: Summer Skin Care for People Over 55

Become an influential leader and drive transformation. Apply Now to The Future Clinician Leaders College

Federal Judge Reinstates North Carolina’s 20-week Abortion Ban

Abortions in North Carolina are no longer legal after 20 weeks. U.S. District Judge William…

One Month Later: Checking in on the 988 Suicide Hotline

CMS Encouraging Health Care Providers to Prepare for End of COVID-19 Waivers and Flexibilities

DHHS Chief Deputy Secretary Kody Kinsley: “We have the tools now.” His response to the end of the Emergency Order and the future of monkeypox

CDC Announces Sweeping Changes to Restore Public Trust

Move over Thin Mints! The new Girl Scout cookie Raspberry Rally is here!

Animal Tranquilizers Making Street Drugs More Dangerous

FDA OKs Over-the-Counter Hearing Aids. Sales Could Begin in October

Monkeypox. A New Threat for Returning College Students?

NPR -- Ahead of the new school year, colleges across the country are repurposing the tools they…

Millions of Americans Soon to be Living in ‘Extreme Heat Belt’

HHS Investing Millions to Strengthen Health Care and Access in Rural Communities, More than $700K coming to NC

Bad news for NC. State Ranked 18 out of top 20 States with Physician Shortage

Melanoma Monday: Fun at the Pool!

NCMS Responds to the End of NC COVID-19 State of Emergency

Today is National Middle Child Day

Italy gives Domino’s the boot!

Major test of possible Lyme vaccine for first time in 20 years

Questions about Novavax’s COVID-19 Vaccine? We’ve got you covered

Registration Now Open for NC AHEC Practice Management Academy

Show leadership in medicine! Join Leadership College – Apply Now! Deadline is Monday

Anesthesia death has widow, doctors in Cape Fear region at odds

Medicaid: Pharmacy Point of Sale Process at Tailored Plan Launch

Develop your leadership skills! Apply Now to The Future Clinician Leaders College

Top Specialties With Highest Number of Physicians Working in Private Equity Acquired Practices

Today is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day!

US Uninsured Rate Hits Record Low

Biggest Expansion to Veterans’ Benefits in Over 30 Years Headed to President’s Desk

Answer your call to Lead – Apply to Leadership College!

AMA Offers Webinar on Dismantling Stigma for All: Addressing Physician and Patient Mental Health and Suicide Risk

Would You Like A Four Day Workweek?

Monkeypox Cases Increasing, Review PPE Inventory Now

RALEIGH -- North Carolina Medical Society Vendor Partner Henry Schein has issued a reminder of…

What Makes A State Attractive to Physicians? New Rankings Put NC at 11

NCMS Initial Slate of Nominees for Officers, Directors, AMA Delegate. Additional Nominations Accepted Until August 12th

SPECIAL NOTICE: NCMS Issues Initial Slate of Nominees The North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS)…

Improving Seniors’ Timely Access to Care Act Passes

On Wednesday, July 27, the U.S. House Ways and Means Committee unanimously passed the Improving…

NC Spine Society 2022 Annual Meeting Registration Now Open

August Birthday Club! Happy Birthday to these NCMS Members

New Bern Eye Doctor Seeks Rehearing of Case Challenging NC Certificate of Need

Manchin, Schumer Deal Could be Good News for Medicare Drug Plans

UNC Researchers Looking at Why Black Women Die of Uterine Cancer More Often than White Women

NC Testing Wastewater for Monkeypox

800,000 Monkeypox Vaccines Soon Available for US Distribution

Have You Applied? 2023 KIPL Leadership College Program Deadline is Fast Approaching

RALEIGH -- The KIPL Leadership College Program is ready for you! It is a nationally renowned,…

International AIDS Conference: 5th Person Likely Cured, Another in Long-Term Remission

NC Psychiatric Association Annual Meeting Early Bird Registration About to End

Former NCMS Employee Linda Russell Dies from Cancer Complications

New Studies: Animals Sold at Wuhan Market Most Likely Started COVID-19 Pandemic

First US Polio Case Since 2013 Reported in NY

More Than 200 Doctors, PAs, and Interns Suspended. Is Your NCTracks Updated?

Thank you to our NCMS PAC Investors

RALEIGH — The North Carolina Medical Society Political Action Committee (NCMS PAC) would like to…

North Carolina Medical Society Alliance Celebrates Centennial

RALEIGH -- Next year the North Carolina Medical Society Alliance celebrates 100 years! The…

Worried About Monkeypox? Here is How to Find Out More

Melanoma Monday: Be Safe While You Enjoy A Day at the Beach!

RALEIGH -- All summer NCMS is bringing you tips to enjoy the great Carolina outdoors. Melanoma…

President Joe Biden has COVID. Should Seniors be Worried?

Detected at the Cellular Level: New Technology May Make Finding Lung Cancer Easier, Faster

North Carolina Medical Society Announces Dr. Charul Haugan New Board Member

Strong Emotions, Contrary Opinions on Race Among Physicians

Eating Healthy and Keeping Costs Down

NCMS Board Member Dr. Claude Jarrett talks Healthcare Policy and Medicaid Expansion

NC Opioid Deaths Rising, NC Families Deciding Where National Settlement Money Will Go

Who Do You Spend Time With?

Dr. Anthony Fauci says he expects to see out President Joe Biden’s current term

WASHINGTON -- Dr. Anthony Fauci says he will likely step down before the end of President…

Do not try this at home!

A musician in South Africa is sharing one of the craziest videos on the internet right now. It…

Thank You to Our NCMS PAC Investors!

RALEIGH -- The North Carolina Medical Society Political Action Committee (NCMS PAC) would like to…

A Review and Look Ahead at NC’s Healthy Opportunities Pilots Virtual Meeting Planned

NCMS and Payer Requirements: Task Force Looks for Ways to Decrease Administrative Burden and Maintain Quality Patient Care

Gov. Roy Cooper says he hopes to see agreement on Medicaid expansion soon

WASHINGTON -- Governor Roy Cooper was outside the White House Wednesday proclaiming he hopes to see…

Try a New Recipe, But Make it a Playlist!

988 Suicide Prevention Hotline Launches Saturday

Do You TikTok? For One Doctor, 1.6 Million People are Learning and Having Fun

Do you know Dr. Glaucomflecken? That is the name that has hundreds of thousands of people flocking…

The Pope House: Black History Just Blocks from NCMS

Gov. Roy Cooper Appoints Chris Paterson to CPCC Board of Trustees

Political Pulse July 8, 2022: Whew! Short Session is Over. What Happened?

RALEIGH -- The North Carolina General Assembly had a busy final week. Most of the work for the…

NCMS Member Edward Pickens, MD: When is it time for your kids to move to adult doctor?

RALEIGH -- North Carolina Medical Society Member Edward Pickens, MD has advice for when it is time…

Racial, Ethnic Minority Communities Face Unique Mental Health Struggles

Melanoma Monday: Survive the 4th with Beautiful Skin!

Always a Good Time to be in North Carolina!

News from Raleigh: Medicaid Expansion and State Budget

Celebrate World Social Media Day

Time for Action: NCMS Helping Move Standalone Medicaid Expansion Bill Forward

The North Carolina Medical Society is leading the way to change! A standalone Medicaid expansion…

NCMS Response to SCOTUS Roe v. Wade decision

Take the Pledge! NCMS, AMA Join Forces to Fight Diabetes

Bicillin L-A Recall

ALERT: DEA Scam

Leadership in Action – Dr. Karen Smith Leads VBC Discussion

Burnout Down For Women Physicians, Yet Closing Gender Gap Still Key

AHA Scientific Statement Advocates for ‘Food Is Medicine’ as Intervention for Chronic Cardiometabolic Diseases

North Carolina, It’s Time to Lead the Way. Meet us at the Summit

Measles Cases In The U.S. Hit The Highest Total Recorded In More Than 30 Years

Secretary and Former NCMS President Dr. Dev Sangvai Releases Statement on the U.S. House Passage of the Senate Reconciliation Bill

Family Experiences Unexpected Improvements of Personalized Treatment for Batten Disease at UNC

RFK Jr. Fires ‘Opening Salvo’ On Vaccine Status Quo