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MSMS Advocacy Day: Physicians Unite for the Future of Medicine
Medical students, alliance members, board members, practicing physicians, and retired physicians from every corner of Michigan and across all specialties came together in Lansing for MSMS Advocacy Day on March 19, 2025. With a shared commitment to patient care and the future of the medical profession, participants met with legislators—primarily from the House and Senate Health Policy Committees, as well as legislative leadership—to discuss pressing issues, including physician burnout, recruitment, and retention and the importance of physician-led care teams. Key messages delivered by Advocacy Day participants included:
- Every patient, regardless of location, should have access to physician-led, team-based care.
- Physicians in Michigan face increasing burnout due to excessive administrative burdens, workforce shortages, and an overwhelming number of regulatory mandates.
- Increased state investment in programs that incent physicians to practice in Michigan, such as loan repayment programs (e.g., MIDOCS, MSLRP), is necessary to help retain and increase Michigan’s physician workforce.
Physician advocacy plays a critical role in shaping policies that protect patients and ensure high-quality care. By engaging directly with lawmakers, MSMS members can reinforce the need for policies that support physicians in delivering the best care possible. Your voices help safeguard the integrity of the profession and promote a healthcare system that prioritizes patient well-being.
MSMS extends its deepest gratitude to all members who participated in this important day of advocacy. A special thank you to the Michigan Chapter of the American College of Physicians (ACP) and the American Board of Medical Specialties for co-sponsoring the event and helping to amplify the voice of Michigan physicians. Together, we continue to make a difference for our profession and our patients.