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March 22, 2018 | Issue 184
The Latest News
Government Affairs and Practice Advocacy
PAFP continues opposition to NP independence
The PAFP this week issued a letter to Chairman Mark Mustio, Minority Chairman Harry Readshaw, and all Members of the House Professional Licensure Committee regarding Senate Bill (SB) 25, which would grant independence to advance practice nurse practitioners (APRNs). The PAFP’s Board of Directors continues to oppose SB 25 that would provide a pathway for nurse practitioners to practice without a collaborative agreement. SB 25 passed the Senate in 2017 (40-10) but has since remained in the House committee, which recently held an informational hearing on the agreements.
Public Health
Patient cost of Pa. medical marijuana becomes clearer
As medical marijuana products become more available throughout Pennsylvania, it's becoming more evident that the cost may be prohibitive to some patients. According to the Associated Press, some consumers claim they'd get a better price for the treatments in the unregulated market; experts say they expect the prices of the products to stabilize as more dispensaries open shop.
Residents and Students
Calling all leaders: Resident and student assembly meetings and elections
The PAFP values young leaders – here’s your chance to get involved!
PAFP resident and student assemblies and elections are conducted via webinar. Please review the elected positions for residents and students and learn more about the PAFP Committee structure to determine which opportunities best suit your interests.
Student Assembly: Tuesday, April 10, 8 p.m. RSVP here.
Resident Assembly: Tuesday, April 17, 8 p.m. RSVP here.
AAFP National Conference scholarships – apply now!
Students should apply to both AAFP scholarships and PAFP scholarships prior to the AAFP May 1 application deadline; PAFP deadline is June 1.
Other News
PAFP president treats opioid use disorder, restores hope
Newly installed PAFP President David O'Gurek, MD has penned an op-ed in The Philadelphia Inquirer about the value of, and compassion in, providing medication-assisted therapy (MAT) to patients with opioid use disorder (OUD). O'Gurek notes that while the treatment has proven safe and effective, only a small percentage of physicians possess a waiver to deliver this care.
Welcome New PAFP Members!
- Daniel Alley, MD
- Alicia Tucker, MD
- Suhail Salim, DO
- Jordana Weber, MD
- Anne Darby, DO
- Michael Caldwell, MD
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