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Sept. 7, 2017 | Issue 171
The Latest News
Government Affairs and Practice Advocacy
Pa. Dept. of Health touts drug monitoring program
The Pennsylvania Dept. of Health recently championed the state’s Prescription Drug Monitoring Program (PDMP) at its one-year anniversary. The system currently has 93,000 users, averages 53,000 queries per workday, and shares data with 11 other states and Washington, D.C. The department reports that the number of patients who went to more than five prescribers and pharmacies for Schedule II drugs dropped 86 percent; there has also been a reduction in painkiller prescriptions for minors. The department is now focused on integration with EHRs and pharmacy management systems. The PAFP Board of Directors supported the legislation that created the program.
Education
Learn the PAFP CME registration process for Reading
Register today for the PAFP’s Reading CME Conference Friday, Nov. 17 through Sunday, Nov. 19. Click here to register and earn over 12 hours of patient safety CME by attending the full conference. To register, follow the simple steps below:
- Click “register” in the blue box on the event’s page.
- Click “sign-in” in the gray box under “ARE YOU A MEMBER?”
- Note: All PAFP members have accounts and should not create a new one.
- Username is proper first name, and a period, last name, all lowercase; e.g., thomas.jackson
- IMPORTANT: Password is AAFP ID number with an “!” following.
Public Health
What is the latest on medical marijuana in Pa.?
Progress continues on Pennsylvania's medical marijuana program. According to Sen. Mike Folmer at PennLive, safe harbor letters have been issued, some permits for growers-processors have been awarded, and some dispensary permits have been chosen; research through state medical schools is yet to begin.
Residents and Students
The FMEC Annual Meeting is waiting for you in Cleveland
Are you missing the Pennsylvania Primary Care Career Fair today? Never fear, there are more events on the way! The FMEC Annual Meeting is coming to Cleveland Nov. 10-12. The student scholarship application is open - apply today! The scholarship covers everything including registration, conference meals and hotel - you just need to get yourself to Cleveland! Residency exhibitor registration is open, too.
Also, save the date: PAFP Research Day is Saturday, March 3, 2018 in Philly!”
Other News
Jefferson hosts diabetes symposium
Thomas Jefferson University is hosting its 6th Annual Diabetes Symposium: New Advances and Trends conference, Friday, Oct. 6, 2017 in Philadelphia. The course offers a unique learning experience emphasizing the interprofessional team approach needed to improve diabetes care and prevent complications. Cases will be discussed from multiple interdisciplinary perspectives, providing participants with best practices in: the treatment of type 1 and 2 diabetes, reduction of cardiovascular risk factors, transplant-induced diabetes, and intensive insulin therapy. Click here to register.
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