COMMUNICATING IN A CRISIS
The LSMS used social media channels to not only express our gratitude for our members, but also provide patient resources to share and help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Since thefirst caseof COVIDwas reported inLouisiana, the LSMS has kept in contact with our membership. Through email alerts, social media, and video calls, our efforts were aimed at providing physicians with a consolidated source for information being released through federal and state authorities, as well as regulatory agencies. Being that the pandemic is far from over, please know that LSMS stands behind you and will continue to work on your behalf to facilitate our members’ needs, allowing you to better care for your patients. Thank you for your dedication to the practice of medicine for the past year.
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24 COVID-19 email bulletins
60+ COVID resources on the LSMS website
3 other COVID related emails
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