Several Committees and Task Forces are seeking new members to join and help advance the mission of MSMS. MSMS Committees and Task Forces provide members an opportunity to connect with fellow MSMS members and provide direction to the Board of Directors on timely issues. Consider getting involved with your professional community and contributing to the advancement of organized medicine by joining any of the following Committees and Task Forces. Currently, all Committees and Task Forces are meeting virtually.

Committee on State Legislation and Regulations
This Committee monitors and influences Michigan legislation related to health care. The Committee also works to enhance physician participation in the state legislative process.

Liaison Committee with Michigan’s Public Health
This Committee works to improve information and communication channels among public health officers, practicing physicians, and the public on environmental and public health issues of mutual concern. The Committee also advises the MSMS Board on key issues pertaining to public health policy and community well-being in Michigan.

MSMS Opioid Stewardship Task Force
This Task Force serves an advisory role to help shape MSMS internal and external policies, positions and activities related to the utilization of opioids and alternative therapies, advancement of evidence-based treatment, and development of resources to support physicians in caring for patients with pain and/or drug dependency.

If you are interested in joining a Committee or Task Force, please contact Stacey Hettiger at shettiger@msms.org.