Academy News
| Support Rehabilitation Awareness Throughout September | | Pain Awareness Month Pain Awareness Month was first acknowledged in 2001 to increase awareness about the effects of pain, educate citizens about the advanced treatment options available to help alleviate pain, and provide resources for individuals and families who are struggling with pain management. Take this opportunity to learn more about pain management by utilizing your Academy’s resources. Learn more. Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month Every 48 seconds in our country, a person becomes paralyzed. A majority of injuries occur from motor vehicle accidents, falls, work-related accidents, and sports injuries. Sponsored by Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Bill Nelson (D-FL), Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month aims to emphasize the state of health care and treatment for people with spinal cord injuries, highlight the advances that have yet to be made, and honor those living with a spinal cord injury. Learn more. | |
| Look for Your September Issue of The Physiatrist | | Keep an eye on your mailbox for the latest issue of The Physiatrist. The September issue features: - Support Rehabilitation Awareness Throughout September
- Welcome to the New and Improved PhyzForum!
- Interactive Opioid Education at the 2016 Annual Assembly—
An Interview with David Cheng, MD - Proceedings from the Innovations in Spine Care Summit: Part 2
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| Visioning PM&R Bold: Review Insights from Our Virtual Town Halls | | There are a lot of unknowns in the future of health care, but AAPM&R wants to make sure that physiatry is BOLD in that future. We’re gathering qualitative and quantitative insights to develop a bold vision for PM&R, which includes virtual town halls that your Academy has been hosting. Virtual town halls bring physiatrists together to collaborate on a shared vision for the future of the specialty. We’ve hosted 8 so far and have more scheduled throughout September. Take a look at the insights we’ve gathered and sign up for one!
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Annual Assembly
| 8 Days Left to Book Your Discounted Hotel Room | | September 15—the cutoff date for discounted hotel rooms—is quickly approaching. Two hotels are currently available. Learn more and book your room today. | |
| Interactive Pain Arcade: An Interview with Dr. Cheng | | David Cheng, MD, is the director of the Interactive Arcade: REMS Playbook for Opioid Prescribing, held at the 2016 AAPM&R Annual Assembly. The Interactive Arcade is a complimentary, self-directed, and hands-on educational program for responsible, effective, and safe prescription of extended-release or long-acting (ER/LA) opioid medications. We connected with Dr. Cheng to gain insights on what attendees can expect from this new offering. Learn more in your September issue of The Physiatrist. | |
| Experience Everything the PM&R Pavilion Has to Offer | | The PM&R Pavilion (formerly known as the Exhibit Hall) takes education beyond the classroom and provides you with real-life applications of the latest resources, products, and services. Experience state-of-the-art treatments, compare products, attend demonstrations, and have your questions answered by representatives from more than 175 companies from around the world. NEW—we’re offering a wheelchair basketball tournament this year! Make sure to sign up when you register for the Assembly. Learn more.
Plus, don’t miss the Satellite Symposia and Product Theaters, which highlight issues such as patient education, specific products, and therapeutic areas. View a full schedule here.
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Education
| Just 10 Days Until ABPMR’s Pain Subspecialty Exam—Need Last-Minute Studying Resources? | | AAPM&R has the resources you need to prepare for the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation’s (ABPMR) subspecialty exams. ABPMR’s Pain Medicine Subspecialty Exam is just 10 days away—September 17, 2016—if you’re in need of last-minute studying resources, we’ve got you covered! Check out our collection of pain medicine resources on mē® to help you prepare, including: | |
| New Practice Preparedness Resources on mē® | | We just released new practice preparedness resources (also available in a bundle) on mē®. Learn more about how these helpful resources can lead you through the transitions occurring in the business of health care.
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Health Policy/Advocacy
| Avoid a Penalty! Time is Running Out for 2016 Reporting | | Watch our brief video below about PQRS and learn more. | |
| New Patient Safety Notice—Opioid Pain or Cough Medicines Combined With Benzodiazepines | | Your Academy receives notices from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch program, and other sources when there is a patient safety announcement that could affect PM&R practices. A new patient safety notice is available on Opioid Pain or Cough Medicines Combined with Benzodiazepines. You can also view previous patient safety notices here. | |
| FDA Announces Real Time SLC Data | | The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has announced that safety labeling change (SLC) data will now be available in real time for health care providers, health information technology vendors, and the public to view, search, and download. Ultimately, the FDA expects that prompt access to this vital safety data by health care providers and consumers will better promote patient health. Learn more.
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AAPM&R Members in the News
- Donald Peck Leslie, MD, recently joined Accord Services® as its new medical advisor. Dr. Leslie joined Accord Services® because of its long-standing commitment to providing successful clinical outcomes for patients with catastrophic brain and spinal cord injuries. Congratulations, Dr. Leslie! Read more.
Do you have a newsworthy story to share with your peers? Send us an email at: pressinquiries@aapmr.org. | |