April 2, 2015
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Member News & Information
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Welcome to the first issue of the Capsules qw! We hope you like the look and feel of the new member enewsletter. Please feel free to send us your thoughts and suggestions at publicaffairs@lsms.org.
Reminder: April 1st was the deadline to pay dues
If you have not paid your dues yet, this will be the last issue of Capsules qw you will receive. With the 2015 legislative session right around the corner, there's lots of great information to miss. Feel free to contact Terri Watson if you are not sure about your renewal status, and thank you for your continued support!
LSMS Alliance Annual Meeting - April 23-24, 2015
Join the LSMS Alliance for its Annual Meeting including the installation of officers and awards presentations later this month. Attendees are asked to please register by April 17; contact Anita White at anitamoonwhite@gmail.com for more information and/or to register.
The LSMS honored four of its long-time members with special awards at its annual meeting held on January 30, 2015, in Baton Rouge at the Hilton Capitol Center.
Juan J. Gershanik, MD, of New Orleans, and Gazi B. Zibari, MD, of Shreveport were named 2014 LSMS Physician Award for Community Service winners. The award was established to provide recognition to a member who is actively involved in community and civic activities above and beyond their responsibilities in the practice of medicine.
Patrick C. Breaux, MD, of New Orleans, and James A. White, III, MD, of Alexandria, were inducted into the Society's Hall of Fame this year. The LSMS established a Hall of Fame to recognize its members who have contributed long-term meritorious service and valuable leadership to the organization. |
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Focus On
April is National Minority Health Month!
Do you know a physician who is making great strides in advancing health equity? Let us know... Email publicaffairs@lsms.org.
We will profile members who are making a difference in minority health this month!
The US has become increasingly diverse in the last century. According to the 2010 US Census, approximately 36 percent of the population belongs to a racial or ethnic minority group. Though health indicators such as life expectancy and infant mortality have improved for most Americans, some minorities experience a disproportionate burden of preventable disease, death, and disability compared with non-minorities. The CDC and HHS mark National Minority Health Awareness month by raising awareness about the health disparities that continue to affect minority populations.
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