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Clinician Well-Being: Personal Resources
Make your well-being a priority
The North Carolina Medical Society recognizes all that you do for your patients and your community. But what are you doing for YOU? Your health and wellness is a priority; we have compiled several resources below to help you on your journey to finding a sense of balance and fulfillment — both personally and professionally.
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Are You Looking to Hone Your Leadership Skills?
The Kanof Institute for Physician Leadership (KIPL) offers three different leadership programs that address the needs of this new age of health care: Leadership College, Health Care Leadership & Management, as well as one program specifically for students called Future Clinician Leaders College. Whether you are looking to expand leadership at the societal or organizational…
Dealing with Burnout? Not Sure What To Do? Listen To This
RALEIGH -- Are you feeling burned out? Stressed? Out of sorts?
Those are common emotions for physicians and PAs, but there are ways you can start feeling better.
Dr. Gail Gazelle, MD
Dr. Gail Gazelle, MD, Harvard Medical School offers very practical yet useful recommendations on how physicians and PAs can start addressing mental health issue and burnout. She says there are…
Registration Now Open for NC AHEC Practice Management Academy
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RALEIGH -- The NC AHEC Practice Management Academy was established to be cost-effective, relevant, and convenient training for practice managers. It also offers support and the chance to connect with peers.
It is endorsed by the North Carolina Medical Group Management Association. When you complete the course you receive formal recognition and CEU…
Henry Schein Medical is Here to Help!
Henry Schein Medical is the largest global supplier of medical/dental supplies offering standard next day shipping with an order fulfillment rate of 99%. Special pricing along with a dedicated service and support team is also extended for NCMS members not currently purchasing from Henry Schein Medical.
Henry Schein Medical provides quality products and solutions to help customers elevate…
The Pope House: Black History Just Blocks from NCMS
Pope House Museum, Raleigh, NC
RALEIGH -- The Pope House Museum in Raleigh is offering a unique look at history. It offers a glimpse into the life of one of Raleigh's most intriguing citizens, Dr. Manassa Thomas Pope, who was the only African-American man to run for mayor of a Southern capital in the midst of the Jim Crow era.
Built in 1901, it is located in downtown Raleigh mere blocks…
Political Pulse for June 10, 2022
NCMS EVP/CEO Chip Baggett, JD, catches you up on all of the legislative news from this week and offers more details on several concerning provisions in the health care omnibus bill, HB 149. He also shares some good news regarding two health care bills that are moving through the legislature. Get all of the highlights in today's Political Pulse!
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HB 149 - Expanding Access to…
On Point: CMS needs to include measures for social drivers of health
This op-ed was shared on April 29, 2022, on STAT
By Michael Darrouzet, Jennifer Hanscom and Chip Baggett
Every day, physicians encounter patients in their practices who show the toll of skipping meals to feed their children, or who cannot refrigerate their insulin because they have no electricity. They know that improving their patients’ health is achievable only by addressing these and…
Leadership College Program Description
Review Program Description and Requirements
In the changing landscape of healthcare and healthcare organizations, clinicians face challenges requiring new knowledge and skills beyond clinical expertise. With this increased complexity, the ability to be a leader as well as a manager is more important than ever. Professional knowledge and skills, relational abilities, and contextual…
HCLM Program Description
HCLM Program Description and Requirements
During the past decade, there has been much focus on clinician leadership and in light of the changing landscape of health care, this emphasis is more prominent than ever. More and more clinicians see the need for developing literacy in skills beyond their medical training; skills that involve managing systems, strategic planning and effectuating…
Political Pulse for March 25, 2022
NCMS CEO/EVP Chip Baggett shares news about an important committee meeting at the Legislative Office Building next week and offers suggestions and talking points for you to reach out to your legislators. Watch this week’s Political Pulse for his update.
NCMS Morning Rounds 3-9-22
It's Wednesday! Enjoy your Morning Rounds
March 9, 2022
“The most common way people give up their power is by thinking they don’t have any.” –Alice Walker
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In the News
1. Carolina Complete Health Seeking Impact Feedback From Practices
The Medicaid prepaid health plan, Carolina Complete…
NCMS Morning Rounds 3-1-22
It's Tuesday! Enjoy your Morning Rounds
March 1, 2022
March is Women’s History Month, and we’re kicking it off with a throwback video tribute, honoring long-time NCMS member and Past-President Elizabeth P. Kanof, MD.
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In the News
1. Message from NCCHCA: Cybersecurity Alert
Recently, the Federal government…
NCMS Morning Rounds 2-18-22
It's Friday! Enjoy your Morning Rounds
February 18, 2022
“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.”
—Maya Angelou
In the News
1. Your Opinion Matters: Please Take The NCMS Survey
The North Carolina Medical Society’s (NCMS) primary focus is on the experience, interests, and needs of NC physicians and PAs.…
NCMS Morning Rounds 2-14-22
It's Monday! Enjoy your Morning Rounds
February 14, 2022
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In the News
1. Racial and Health Equity: Concrete STEPS for Health Systems
As the commitment to advance health equity and racial equity grows across many sectors, physicians in medium and large health systems may wonder how best to pursue these goals through their…
NCMS Morning Rounds 2-3-22
It's Thursday! Enjoy your Morning Rounds
February 3, 2022
“Diversity is not about how we differ. Diversity is about embracing one another’s uniqueness.” —Ola Joseph
In the News
1. NC Commission for the Blind Call for Nominees
The NCMS has an opportunity to appoint a new member to the NC Commission for the Blind. The commission serves in an advisory…
NCMS Morning Rounds 2-1-22
It's Tuesday! Enjoy your Morning Rounds
February 1, 2022
Every February, the North Carolina Medical Society proudly honors Black History Month, an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.
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In the News
1. Key Facts on Health and Health Care by Race and Ethnicity
The COVID-19 pandemic…
Wellness Resources
Need Help Immediately? Call 988.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline can be reached at 988 or visit www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org.
During this challenging time, another important resource is Physician Support Online:
Physician Support Line was created with the mission of physicians supporting physicians as we navigate the many professional and personal intersections of our…
Total Merchant Services
Total Merchant Services offers a comprehensive line of payment solutions for your business: credit card acceptance, debit cards, and check acceptance, plus state of the art equipment at no cost to you! With technical support available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, TMS offers turn-key installation and training to insure maximum profitability at patient check out. For a complimentary analysis of…
Medmastery
As a leading online medical education platform, we teach essential clinical skills to doctors, nurses, and students around the world. Medmastery is “highly commended” by the British Medical Association (BMA). The annual Medical Book Awards of the BMA recognizes outstanding contributions to medical literature.
All our courses and workshops are fully CME accredited.
We take our learners by…
All Points Wealth Management
All Points Wealth Management is a comprehensive financial planning firm specializing in planning for medical students, residents, physicians preparing for or in retirement, and physician-owned practices. With the unique income trajectory and shortened window for earning and saving, physicians and trainees have unique financial needs. All Points specializes in helping physicians understand and…
Poyner Spruill LLP, Attorneys
Poyner Spruill is a statewide law firm offering a full range of services through offices in Raleigh, Charlotte, Rocky Mount, and Southern Pines. Poyner’s health lawyers understand physician reimbursement and audits, contracts including employment contracts, medical office and equipment leases, clinical integration and joint ventures, civil and criminal fraud and abuse, the False Claims Act, Stark…
NCMS Employee Benefit Plan
The North Carolina Medical Society Employee Benefit Plan (NCMS Plan) available through Sentinel Benefits Consulting provides North Carolina physicians with a value-added plan that is straightforward and specifically customized to meet your practice and employees’ needs.
As the only statewide health benefits plan designed exclusively for North Carolina physicians, the NCMS Plan offers choices…
Henry Schein Medical
Henry Schein Medical provides quality products and solutions to help our customers elevate patient care and run a better business. Our “pick, pack, and ship” distribution model ensures both physicians and patients have the products they need, when they need them most.
We offer national brand, generic, and Henry Schein brand products that address your quality care initiatives—from prevention to…
Economic Relief Resources
Many organizations, government agencies and elected officials are working to address the economic toll of the COVID-19 pandemic. To help you navigate the flood of information, we've distilled it down into what we hope are useful key categories. NCMS staff continues to vet and add resources to this page to ensure the latest and most credible content.
Please feel free to reach out to us with…
NCMS Morning Rounds 11-9-21
Happy Tuesday! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds!
November 9, 2021
NCMS Welcomes Medmastery As Marketplace Partner
The North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) is pleased to announce Medmastery as a Silver level member of our Marketplace of services to benefit our members.
Medmastery offers NCMS members a 25% discount on all subscriptions to their comprehensive, CME accredited, online medical…
Member Testimonials
"Grow your garden" with NCMS Membership
Roy Strowd, III, MD, MEd, MS, shares why he believes NCMS membership is important to helping you, the profession of medicine and patient care in North Carolina grow and flourish. JOIN NOW
"Stay Connected" with NCMS Membership
Claude Jarrett, MD, shares why he believes NCMS membership is important to helping you stay connected to…
COVID-19
Screening, Testing, Laboratory Guidance
Latest COVID-19 updates from the NC Department of Health and Human Services (8/2/2021)
With COVID-19 cases again on the rise due to the more contagious Delta variant of the virus, here is the latest guidance from the state and the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). You can keep up with all state COVID-19 updates at this…
KIPL Leadership Development
Kanof Institute for Physician Leadership Leadership College Program Learn More Cynthia M. Gary, PA-C, MPH
Leadership College Class of 2018
NCMS Member since 2009 Kanof Institute for Physician Leadership Health Care Leadership and
Management Program (HCLM) Learn More Scott M. Paviol, MD
HCLM Class of 2017
NCMS Member since 2014 Kanof Institute for Physician…
NCMS Staff
Get to know your NCMS team!
A number of us are working remotely right now, but you can still reach us. We’ve added contact information to all of our staff listings – just click on a photo or name to learn more about each team member and how you may reach them. Stay safe and well!
If you have specific questions and are not sure with whom to speak, please visit our Contact Us page.…
About Us
About the North Carolina Medical Society
The North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) is a professional organization representing physicians and medical professionals in the state of North Carolina, United States. It was founded in 1849 and has since played a crucial role in advancing healthcare and advocating for the interests of medical professionals and patients.
The primary mission…
NCMS Morning Rounds 11-4-21
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November 4, 2021
PAI Offers Go-To Resources on Value
Thanks to the NCMS’ partnership with The Physicians Advocacy Institute (PAI), North Carolina practices can access cutting-edge resources relating to Value-Based Arrangements. PAI partnered with the health care experts at Healthsperien to develop this Value Based Arrangements Toolkit, which…
NCMS Morning Rounds 10-14-21
Happy Thursday! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds.
October 14, 2021
HHS Study Finds COVID-19 Vaccine Linked to Saving Lives for Older Americans
A new report from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) shows that COVID-19 vaccinations may have helped prevent hundreds of thousands of new COVID-19 infections and tens of thousands of deaths among seniors. The study shows that COVID-19…
NCMS Morning Rounds 10-11-21
Welcome to a new week of NCMS Morning Rounds.
October 11, 2021
NCMS Legislative Update
The focus this week at the General Assembly was an energy bill moving through committee while budget negotiations continue between legislators and the Governor. We may see a final spending plan next week, so stay tuned.
Next week also brings our 2021 Virtual LEAD Health Care Conference, which kicks off…
NCMS Morning Rounds 9-27-21
Happy Monday! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds.
September 27, 2021
Legislative Update
Last week, NCMS Director of Legislative Relations Sue Ann Forrest, MPA, welcomes NC Sen. Jim Perry (R-Lenoir) to discuss SB257 -- Medication Cost Transparency Act, which regulates pharmacy benefit managers and recently was signed into law. Sen. Perry also offers a budget update and advice on how to make sure your…
NCMS Political Pulse for Sept. 24, 2021
This week, NCMS Director of Legislative Relations Sue Ann Forrest, MPA, welcomes NC Sen. Jim Perry (R-Lenoir) to discuss SB257 -- Medication Cost Transparency Act, which regulates pharmacy benefit managers and recently was signed into law. Sen. Perry also offers a budget update and advice on how to make sure your voice is heard.
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Political Pulse for Sept. 17, 2021
Director of Legislative Relations, Sue Ann Forrest, MPA, highlights some important events in this week's Political Pulse: today (Sept. 17) is National Physician Suicide Awareness Day. She also shares that registration is now open for the upcoming NCMS Virtual LEAD Health Care Conference. The Conference kicks off with a lively discussion among a panel of legislators on Thursday, Oct. 14. Sue Ann…
NCMS Morning Rounds 8-20-21
T.G.I.F! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds.
August 20, 2021
Pleae don't forget to complete this month's NCMS Town Hall survey by 5 p.m. today.
This quick, 3-question survey helps us better understand the current issues you and your patients face and how we can be most effective as your professional society.
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Third COVID-19 Vaccine Available
On August 12, 2021, the FDA modified the…
Political Pulse for August 13, 2021
The NC House released their budget this week and NCMS Director of Legislative Relations Sue Ann Forrest, MPA, offers the highlights that most impact health care. She also shares what's next in the budget process and provides an update on a couple of other bills that moved this week.
If you would like Sue Ann to speak at an upcoming meeting or event, please contact her at [email protected].…
NCMS Morning Rounds 8-11-21
Happy Wednesday! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds.
August 11, 2021
NC Commission for the Blind Call for Nominees
The NCMS has an opportunity to appoint a new member to the NC Commission for the Blind. This appointment will fill an unexpired term of 7/1/19 – 6/30/22. Learn more about responsibilities of the NC Commission for the Blind here.
The commission serves in an advisory capacity on issues…
NCMS Morning Rounds 8-9-21
Happy Monday! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds.
August 9, 2021
NCMS Legislative Update
Last week, in a unanimous vote, HB96, Pharmacist Approved Public Health Needs, moved through Senate Rules and on the Senate floor. The bill hasn’t changed since we saw it last in Senate Health Committee, where there were two big amendments that included one important provision: a requirement for emergency use…
NCMS Morning Rounds 7-20-21
Here is your Tuesday NCMS Morning Rounds.
July 20, 2021
Don’t forget today’s Lunch & Learn Webinar -- Health Equity in Context.
Cornell P. Wright, MPA, Executive Director of the NC Department of Health and Human Services Office of Minority Health and Health Disparities is our speaker. Join us from noon to 1 p.m. today. Learn more and register here.
Letter Details Opposition to the SAVE…
NCMS Political Pulse for July 16, 2021
This week, the NCMS along with several specialty societies met with legislators to discuss SB249/HB277 -- the SAVE Act, which would remove the current physician supervision requirements for nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, clinical nurse specialists and certified registered nurse anesthetists within the definition of “advanced practice registered nurse. NCMS Past President and chair…
NCMS Political Pulse for July 2, 2021
The state's long awaited transformation to Medicaid managed care took place this week To aide in finding the resources and help you may need in this transition, the NCMS, working with our partners, has compiled necessary resources and a form to submit with any issues you encounter during this change. Access the page here. In other legislative action, several bills the NCMS supports including one…
NCMS Morning Rounds 7-1-21
Happy Thursday! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds.
July 1, 2021
Today’s the Day – Medicaid Managed Care Is ‘Live!’
The long-awaited transition to Medicaid managed care in North Carolina happens today. In advance of this change, the NCMS and our partner organizations have a webpage with valuable resources to help your practice have a smooth transition as well as a special form on which to register…
NCMS Morning Rounds 6-28-21
Happy Monday! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds.
June 28, 2021
NCMS Legislative Update
Last week the Senate budget was released. At over 400 pages, it’s a lengthy bill. A summary is available on our legislative blog. The Senate included exclusive provider organization (EPO) language that has already passed the Senate but has not been taken up in the House yet. SB505 (Medical Billing…
NCMS Morning Rounds 6-24-21
Terrific Thursday! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds.
June 24, 2021
White House Conversation: North Carolina Primary Care Providers and the Vaccination Rollout
On behalf of the White House COVID-19 Response Team and North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper’s Office, you are invited to a virtual conversation on North Carolina Primary Care Providers and the Vaccination Rollout. The event is on…
NCMS Morning Rounds 6-16-21
Wonderful Wednesday! Enjoy your NCMS Morning Rounds.
June 16, 2021
NCSU MBA Survey
NC State University and the North Carolina Medical Society (NCMS) are seeking your help to guide decisions about a future professional development opportunity. NC State is considering offering an online MBA program targeted at the needs of health care professionals. The program would cover essential business…
HB 780 – End of Life Option Act
HB 780 – End of Life Option Act
Primary House Sponsors: Rep. Pricey Harrison (D – Guilford); Rep. Jon Hardister (R-Guilford); Rep. John Faircloth (R-Guilford); Rep. Susan Fisher (D-Buncombe)
Summary
This bill establishes the End of Life Option Act. This Act:
Defines a “qualified individual” as an adult who meets all of the following qualifications: (1) is a resident of NC; (2) has the…