2007 - 2008 Calendar Of Events
2007
September
13
Thursday
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
By Appointment
WDMS Headquarters
Mechanics Hall

INDIVIDUAL CLAIMS CONSULTATIONS
Problem-solving workshops for Medicare, Medicaid and HMO providers and their office staffs to assist with medical claims processing
Workshops sponsored by the Massachusetts Medical Society


September
21
Friday
7:30 am
Beechwood Hotel

16TH ANNUAL WOMEN IN MEDICINE
BREAKFAST

“Making a Difference”
Speaker:  Alex Calcagno
Alex Calcagno is director of federal and community relations for the Massachusetts Medical Society. She is responsible for advocating the Medical Society's position before the United States Congress, the White House, and executive agencies.
Supported by the Physicians Insurance Agency of Massachusetts


September
29
Saturday
6:00 pm
Tower Hill
Botanic Garden

MUSIC, ART AND A GARDEN TOUR
Enjoy artworks and a music program by talented MMS members.
Sponsored by Massachusetts Medical Society Art, History,  Humanism and Culture Member Interest Network


October
13
Saturday
9:00 am - 2:00 pm

COMMUNITY IMMUNITY IN WORCESTER
Our goal is to immunize as many Worcester residents as possible. Our hope: to accomplish community immunity, the best defense against seasonal influenza, and test Worcester's emergency preparedness. Vaccines will be administered at several of the nine emergency dispensing sites throughout the city. We are greatly in need of physician volunteers. To register, visit www.wdms.org or call 508-753-1579


October
17
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Beechwood Hotel

MEDICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM
"When in Doubt Rule It Out: Treating People with Intellectual Disabilities and Psychiatric Disorders"
2 category on CME credits


October
23
Tuesday
7:30 am
Beechwood Hotel

GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR
ANNUITY INVESTMENTS

This program will focus on understanding annuities and how to avoid the most common mistakes
Sponsored by the Physicians Insurance Agency of Massachusetts


October
30
Tuesday
5:30 pm
Faculty Conference
Room, University of
Massachusetts
Medical School

CAREER NITE
This networking supper and interactive discussion between physicians and medical students is designed to explore the strengths, challenges, and limitations of various specialties


November
2&3
Friday & Saturday
9:00 am
MMS Headquarters
& Westin Hotel,
Waltham

2007 MMS INTERIM MEETING & MEETING
OF THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES

All WDMS members are invited to attend as guests and may submit a resolution to the Massachusetts Medical Society


November
14
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Mechanics Hall
FALL DISTRICT MEETING
The dinner meeting includes presentation of the A. Jane Fitzpatrick Community Service Award, the WDMS Career Achievement Award, and scholarship awards. Additionally, enjoy an evening of light classics with Wendy Putnam, accomplished violinist and founder of the Concord Chamber Music Society, accompanied by pianist Vytas Baksys
2008
February
13
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Beechwood Hotel
212TH ANNUAL ORATION
"Profiles in Medical Courage - A Message of Hope, Survival, and Transcendence"
Orator: Michael P. Hirsch, MD, FACS, FAAP, Chief, Division of Pediatric Surgery, UMMHC, Co-PI, Injury Free Coalition of Kids of Worcester

February
26
Tuesday
7:00 pm - Reception
8:00 pm - Concert
Mechanics Hall
MONTEREY JAZZ FESTIVAL 50TH
ANNIVERSARY TOUR

Music Worcester presents trumpeter/composer Terence Blanchard, pianist Benny Green, saxophonist James Moody, and vocalist Nnenna Freelon. Discounted tickets are available for WDMS members and guests. Interns and residents are encouraged to attend
Co-sponsored by the Physicians Insurance Agency of Massachusetts and WDMS


March
5
Wednesday
6:00 pm
Beechwood Hotel
WOMEN IN MEDICINE LEADERSHIP
FORUM

Speaker(s): TBA

March
12
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Beechwood Hotel
LIFE DURING RETIREMENT
"Common Financial Mistakes the Could Undermine Your Retirement Planning and How to Avoid Them"
Sponsored by Physicians Insurance Agency of Massachusetts

March
19
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Beechwood Hotel
SECOND ANNUAL LOUIS A. COTTLE
MEDICAL EDUCATION CONFERENCE

Speaker(s): TBA

April
9
Wednesday
5:30 pm
Beechwood Hotel
ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING
Meeting includes presentation of the 2008 Community Clinician of the Year Award

May
8&9
Thursday & Friday
9:00 am
Seaport Hotel &
World Trade Center,
Boston
2007 MMS ANNUAL MEETING & MEETING
OF THE HOUSE OF DELEGATES

All WDMS members are invited to attend as a guest and may submit a resolution to the Massachusetts Medical Society

May
21
Wednesday
6:00 pm
Faculty Conference
Room, University of
Massachusetts
Medical School
MEET THE AUTHOR SERIES
Speaker: TBA
Co-sponsored by the WDMS and the Humanities in Medicine Committee of the Lamar Soutter Library at the University of Massachusetts Medical School

 

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