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Michigan Medicine Magazine

A Publication of the Michigan State Medical Society

Michigan Medicine® is available to MSMS members and presents timely information on public health, medicolegal issues, medical economics, science, medical education, and legislative affairs affecting Michigan physicians and their patients.

January/February 2019 [Members Only]


Cover Story:

Health Care Dominates 2018 Election Cycle

Also In This Issue:

  • Recreational Marihuana is Legal. Now What?
  • Michigan Legislature Dominated by New Names, Faces
  • MSMS Legislative & Regulatory Platform and Priorities
  • Survey: Doctors Conflicted but Patients Still Top Concern

November/December 2018 [Members Only]


Cover Story:

Reengineer Your Work Day to Prevent Burnout
 
Also In This Issue:

  • Michigan Legislation on Sexual Assault Prevention and Retention of Medical Records
  • The Rise of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases
  • Distraction Devices in Healthcare: Malpractice Implications 
  • Providing Letters of Recommendation for Departing Staff: A Worthwhile Pursuit or an Invitation for a Lawsuit?

September/October 2018 [Members Only]


Cover Story:

EHRs and Interoperability: The Fatal Flaw
 
Also In This Issue:

  • Wrapping Up the 2017-18 Flu Season and Looking Ahead to Prevent Flu in 2018-19
  • Michigan Primary Elections Bring Surprises; Expected Outcomes
  • EHRs Can Advance Good Medicine if Doctors are Aware of the Risks 
  • Confrontation is hard, but saying hard things doesn't have to be paralyzing

July/August 2018 [Members Only]


Cover Story:

Negotiating with Payers
 
Also In This Issue:

  • Use of Herpes Zoster Vaccine
  • Communication and Resolution Programs Improve Patient Safety, Mitigate Risk
  • A Culture of Respect...Little Things Can Make a BIG Difference 

July/August SE 2018 [Members Only]


Cover Story:

Reversing the Opioid Crisis
 
Also In This Issue:

  • Michigan's Treatment Courts: Saving Lives through Supervision and Care
  • MAPS Mandate
  • EHR - MAPS integration Grant: FAQs 
  • Families Against Narcotics: A Grassroots Partner for You and Your Patients

May/June 2018 [Members Only]

May–June 2018 Michigan Medicine Magazine cover

Cover Story:

Prior Authorization
 
Also In This Issue:

  • Immunization Disparities in Michigan Children
  • Study Shows Nurse Practitioners and Physicians Face Similar Liability Risks
  • Quality Interview Questions Improve Hiring Outcomes