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ACP responds to Pakistan flooding tragedy
Candidates announced for Board of Governors Chair-elect
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/09/21/8.htm
21 Sep 2010
Candidates announced for Board of Governors Chair-elect
Michael C. Sha, FACP, and Thomas G. Tape, FACP, are seeking election as Chair-elect of the Board of Governors. The College's Governors have been casting ballots online, with the winner to be announced October 2010. The winner will begin his term at the conclusion of Internal Medicine 2011 and take office as Chair in April 2012.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/09/21/10.htm
21 Sep 2010
New guides explain health care reform law
Vote for your favorite entry
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/09/28/9.htm
28 Sep 2010
New iPhone app available for Annals of Internal Medicine
ACP has released a new iPhone application for its flagship journal, Annals of Internal Medicine. Available for free at the iPhone App Store, the Annals of IM application allows iPhone, iPod Touch, and iPad users to:
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/05/12.htm
5 Oct 2010
Chapter awardees noted
Chapters honor Members, Fellows, and Masters of ACP who have demonstrated by their example and conduct an abiding commitment to excellence in medical care, education, research, or service to their community, their chapter, and ACP. In recognition of their outstanding service, these exceptional individuals received chapter awards in September and October 2010.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/05/14.htm
5 Oct 2010
ACP launches campaign on adult immunization awareness
In support of ACP's ongoing commitment to educating patients about the importance of adult immunization, the College has launched a public awareness campaign, “Give Your Health A Shot.” The campaign emphasizes the need for adults to collaborate with their clinicians to ensure that vaccinations are part of their overall health and wellness goals. ACP worked with GlaxoSmithKline to develop patient education materials on vaccinations for adults.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/05/13.htm
5 Oct 2010
Member feedback sought for website redesign
In an effort to better meet the needs of members, ACP is redesigning the Running a Practice landing page of the ACP website. Members who participate in a survey about the section are eligible to win a $50 ACP gift certificate.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/12/8.htm
12 Oct 2010
ACP introduces virtual diagnostic challenges
ACP is pleased to announce its newest form of self-assessment education, Virtual DxSM—Interpretive Challenges from ACP. Virtual Dx is an online study program that uses images and studies to challenge diagnostic ability.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/12/7.htm
12 Oct 2010
Prominent speakers addressed Board of Governors at fall meeting
The September meeting of the ACP Board of Governors featured Don Berwick, MD, the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Service, who spoke about health care and delivery system reform. Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius addressed the Governors through a video message and introduced Dr. Berwick. David Blumenthal, FACP, MPP, the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology, also spoke to the Governors about fostering the meaningful use of electronic health records.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/19/13.htm
19 Oct 2010
New ACP Online medical students page
The newly reorganized medical student landing page of the ACP Web site offers unique and useful resources to students in an interactive, easy-to-navigate setting.
https://immattersacp.org/weekly/archives/2010/10/19/12.htm
19 Oct 2010