e-Reports 5-29-2025

AI aids Indiana health care

[5/29/2025]

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly becoming a powerful tool in Indiana’s health care system, aiding physicians in diagnosing diseases, streamlining administrative processes, and improving patient outcomes.

Apply today for leadership opportunities with AMA

[5/29/2025]

AMA members are invited to apply for nomination for leadership opportunities with external medical education and accreditation organizations.

Dr. Brown previews Wellness Symposium talk

[5/29/2025]

As one of the featured speakers at this year’s second annual ISMA Physician Wellness Symposium on Friday, September 26, Marie Brown, MD, will provide insights from the American Medical Association’s STEPS Forward program.

Noncompete webinar explains important updates

[5/29/2025]

In May 2025, Indiana enacted Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 475, significantly expanding restrictions on physician noncompete agreements.

Using Patient Feedback to Improve Medication Strategies for Opioid Use Disorder

[5/29/2025]

ISMA will host a live webinar, “Using Patient Feedback to Improve Medication Strategies for Opioid Use Disorder,” on Wednesday, June 11, from 7 to 8 p.m. ET. The session is accredited for 1.0 AMA PRA Category 1 credit™.

Marian University residency fair

[5/29/2025]

The residency fair for the students at Marian University included ISMA. The following students were there to show their support: Ashley Dsouza, Kiran Kaur, Nikita Kumar, Troi Graves, Wyatt Reed, and Darby DeFord.

Register for the Wellness Symposium today

[5/29/2025]

Registration for the second annual ISMA Wellness Symposium is open. Attendees will learn practical tools, expert insights, and supportive strategies to help build resilience, find balance, and reconnect with the inspiration and purpose of medicine.

Register for Women in Medicine Support, Talk, and Share Discussion

[5/29/2025]

Women in Medicine will hold a Support, Talk, and Share Discussion on Tuesday, June 24, from 7-8 p.m. on Zoom. Chair Jane Bridges, MD, will lead this opportunity to reconnect for the first time since February’s WIM retreat.

Register now to attend your 2025 ISMA district meeting!

[5/29/2025]

Registration has opened for ISMA’s annual district meetings. These gatherings offer a valuable opportunity for physicians to network locally and stay informed about important updates from ISMA staff.

ISMA webinar offers critical information on Indiana Medicaid changes

[5/29/2025]

Indiana’s Medicaid landscape is undergoing significant transformations in 2025, with implications for physicians across the state. Grant Achenbach, JD, and Meghan Linvill McNab, JD, CPA, presented a webinar May 7 on Medicaid 101.

Physician Assistance Program contributions get a boost

[5/29/2025]

The Physician’s Assistance Program (PAP) relies in part on contributions from member organizations. Donations from 18 groups help fund the PAP, totaling more $50,000 as of May 29.

Physician Advocacy Training Retreat

[5/29/2025]

Physicians and medical students took part in the first-ever ISMA Physician Advocacy Training Retreat, which was designed to prepare physicians to advocate effectively for themselves and their patients at both state and federal levels.

Join ISMA at Victory Field

[5/29/2025]

ISMA’s Indianapolis Indians game night will be on Saturday, July 5, at 7:05 p.m. Gates open at 6 p.m., as the Indians face off against the Louisville Bats at Victory Field.

Resolutions are being accepted for Convention

[5/29/2025]

ISMA is now accepting resolutions for consideration by the House of Delegates at the 2025 ISMA convention. Resolutions must be submitted by Sunday, June 29.

Expiring resolutions comment period opens Friday

[5/29/2025]

Per ISMA Resolution 23-67, the ISMA Expiring Resolutions Committee has adopted a set of preliminary recommendations on current ISMA policies that will expire this year.

Catch the Fever at a reduced price

[5/29/2025]

The ISMA members' Indiana Fever game will be on Saturday, July 5, vs. the Los Angeles Sparks at 7 p.m. at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.