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Attendee Information
Table of Contents
Welcome Letter from Richard Paddock, MD, LSMS President
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2024 Meeting Sponsors
Meeting Schedule
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Welcome Reception Invitation
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Speakers
Inauguration Lunch Invitation
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Sandestin Resort Map
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Grand Complex Map
Inauguration Party Invitation
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Baytowne Conference Center Map
Greetings! We are thrilled to have you join us in Sandestin for the 2024 Annual Meeting. During this newly formatted meeting, you will have the opportunity to participate in a wide variety of CME sessions and network with peers from around the state. If you are credentialed to serve as a delegate to the House of Delegates, you will also be a part of LSMS policy-making in action. Whether you are attending to learn, collaborate, or to simply be involved, we are confident that you will find value in every aspect of this conference. Thank you for being a part of this new and improved Annual Meeting - let’s make this an unforgettable experience together! Additional Information: Meeting Attire - Business Casual. Inauguration Party Attire - Wear your favorite white shirt, dress or suit! Internet Access - WiFi is available in the meeting spaces, but LSMS cannot guarantee the speed of service. Devices & Documents - Please charge all devices and print documents prior to arriving at sessions. Charging stations are limited and handbooks will not be distributed. Maps - A full resort map, Grand Complex map, & Conference Center map are included. Travel - Don't forget to bring cash if you plan to utilize the Mid-Bay Bridge. As always, please let me or a LSMS staff member know if you have any questions or concerns. We look forward to seeing you in Florida! Sincerely, Richard Paddock, MD LSMS President
CME Session
Keynote Speakers
Wyche Coleman, III, MD Louisiana Assistant Surgeon General
Ralph Abraham, MD Louisiana Surgeon General
Healthcare's Changing Landscape in Louisiana Drs. Abraham and Coleman will discuss the new roles they are taking on with the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH) and how that will the change the way the department works. Ralph L. Abraham, MD leads the state’s largest agency with a budget of $19.8 billion and a team responsible for delivering services to millions of Louisianans. Dr. Abraham is a practicing family medicine physician in Richland Parish and a former three term Congressman for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District. Throughout his almost 30 year career in medicine, Dr. Abraham has seen firsthand the many healthcare challenges facing Louisiana. Wyche Coleman, III, MD is a board certified Ophthalmologist who practices in Northwest Louisiana. Dr. Coleman prides himself in delivering strong, ethical and thorough patient care in eye disease and surgery. Growing up the son of a rural family practitioner, Dr. Coleman has stayed true to his roots by spending a portion of his week seeing patients in Coushatta, Mansfield, and Many, Louisiana. He is excited for this next challenging role in his career.
Speakers
Kenneth Rhea, MD Risk Management Consultant
Cyber Security & Your Medical Practice This presentation will assist attendees in implementing strategies to promote a practice culture of PHI protection, leading to reduced breach potential, better patient satisfaction and reduction of potential malpractice claims and financial losses. A.I. in Medicine: Assistant or Adversary This presentation will dive into some of the latest developments in AI technology within the healthcare sector, aspects of AI governance, and the significant impact these advancements could have on medical liability.
Forensic Toxicology in Clinical Practice Review case presentations on patients that you may see in the Emergency Room or clinic with morbiity or mortatility from toxic exposure
Patricia M. Williams, PhD, DABT President Environmental Toxicology Experts, LLC
Navigating the Journey: Starting a new Medical Practice Learn the foundational steps of starting an independent medical practice, pearls of success for sustainability and growith and resources for navigating an ever changing medical landscape.
Stephen Jones, MD CEO, Eleven Health
Speakers
The Future of Data-Driven Healthcare Learn what is on the horizon from CMS and Value-Based Technical Infrastructure and the key components of Data-Driven Healthcare.
Laura McCrary, Ed.D CEO & President, KONZA National Network
Negligent Credentialing This seminar will delve into pivotal case studies, including Thomas v. Regional Health System of Acadiana, LLC and Billeaudeau v. Opelousas General Hospital Authority, which have significantly shaped credentialing practices and legal liabilities across the state.
Conrad Meyer, JD Attorney Chehardy, Sherman, Williams, Recile, Hayes
Hormone Replacement Therapy: Marketing Vs. Science Learn about the different types of hormone replacement therapy available and the risk and benefits of each. Dr. Williams will review indications and best practice when prescribing estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone therapy for women. This will enable you
to assist your patients in differentiating between marketing versus science when seeking treatment options for menopause.
Katherine Williams, MD OBGYN Center for Women's Health
Speakers
Maria Bowen VP, Governmental Affairs
Rep. Amy Freeman District 98
Sen. Jay Morris District 35
Sen. Patrick McMath District 11
Grassroots Advocacy: How to talk to your local legislators Learn best practices when advocating for your profession with legislators from your community.
Matthew Giglia, MD Colon & Rectal Surgeon Ochsner Health System
Conrad Meyer, JD Attorney Chehardy, Sherman, Williams, Recile, Hayes
Physician Employment Contracts & Payment Models Learn why it is important to have a health care lawyer review your employment contract, potential preliminiary issues, what your benefits really mean, and what payment model is best for you.
Speakers
Matthew Harrell, JD Attorney
"Beau" Haynes, JD Attorney
Katie Mannino, JD Attorney
2024 Hot Topics in Healthcare Enforcement Join this group of attorneys from Phelps Dunbar, LLP to learn about recent enforcement actions involving physicians and physicians groups, review enforcement of major laws impacting physician activities, and discuss takeaways from current and anticipated law enforcement priorities.
Jay Saux, III, MD Medical Oncologist Mary Bird Perkins
Eric Williams, JD Attorney Williams Law Office
Katherine Williams, MD OBGYN Center for Women's Health
Environmental Cancers & Birth Defects in Louisiana Learn about emerging issues in Louisiana with environmental, occupational, para-occupational cancers and birth defects. Speakers will review the basic principles of toxicology and the potential effects exposure can have on your patient population and help you identify those patients that may be at risk and how best to counsel them.
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