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AI Healthcare Symposium
STRIDE 2024
OHPP 40th Anniversary
2024 Virtual Primary Care
New Prescribing Law
Join Provider Bridge
Medical Spa Guidelines
Caution with A.I. help
CMS Nursing Home Audits
OKCAPMAP
Free Physician Counseling
Personal Identity Info
Perinatal Mental Health
Marijuana Guidelines
Medical Treatment Laws CE
AI Healthcare Symposium
Doctors, PAs, and other Healthcare Professionals,
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, the Oklahoma Medical Board, The American College of Legal Medicine, The American Board of Legal Medicine, and The Academy of Ethics and Legal Medicine areco-sponsoring thefollowing important, timely, and educational 6-hour online national mid-year symposium about the basics, medical uses, ethicaland legal aspects of
Artificial Intelligence in Healthcare.
- CLICK HERE to view the Website for the Symposium.
- CLICK HERE to view the Program Agenda,
- CLICK HERE to view the Teaching References/Articlesforthe symposium.
- CLICK HERE to view the Teaching Videos for the symposium.
- CLICK HERE to Register and save as an early bird $99(until Oct 1. $145 after Sept 30)
If you have any questions, feel free to write or call Dr. S. Sandy Sanbar. Email:sandysanbar@gmail.com.
Posted on 09/07/2024
STRIDE 2024
Date & Location
Friday, September 13, 2024, 8:00 AM - 4:35 PM,OSU COM at the Cherokee Nation, Tahlequah, OK
Target Audience
Specialties- Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics
Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™(6.00 hours), AOA Category 1-A (6.00 hours), General Attendance (6.00 hours), OK State Board of LSW (6.00 hours), Oklahoma State Board of Psychology (6.00 hours)
Overview
The STRIDE symposium brings together experts in rural and indigenous health care. The conference goals are to examine the long-standing health care disparities and inequities that continue to face individuals who live in rural and/or indigenous communities. The program will explore sources of systemic inequities, economic disadvantages, and environmental exposures that prevent individuals and their communities from achieving optimal health, leading to differences in health outcomes.
Registration rates and deadlines -Click HERE to Register
Regular pricing - August 16, 2024 from 5:01pm - September 5, 2024 at 3:00pm CST.
Physician/Healthcare Professional $200.00
OSU full-time faculty and staff | OSU and Non-OSU Student/Resident/Fellow $0
Walk-in Registration September 13, 2024 from 8:00am - 11:00am CST
Physician/Healthcare Professional $250.00
OSU full-time faculty and staff | OSU and Non-OSU Student/Resident/Fellow $0
OSU full-time faculty and staff | OSU and Non-OSU Student/Resident/Fellow: Contactosu.cme@okstate.eduto receive a promo code for complimentary registration.
Posted on 08/25/2024
OHPP 40th Anniversary
Thursday, September 26, 2024 · 6:00 PM
Join the Oklahoma Health Professionals Program(OHPP) for a special evening commemorating 40years of hope and recovery. Activities at the anniversary celebration include a continuing education presentation, a speaker and dinner.
Reception at 6 p.m.
Dinner begins at 7 p.m.
Keynote Speaker:Julio I. Rojas Ph.D., PLLC
1 AMA PRA Category 1™ Credits
Please click here to register.
**OSMA MEMBERS & MEMBER STAFF** In order to ensure you receive accurate member pricing, all tickets must be purchased using the OSMA member's
login to our member portal. If you are unsure about your login or need assistance, please contact the OSMA at (800) 522-9452 and we will be happy to assist you.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Registration must be canceled by Sept. 19 (six business days in advance of Sept. 26) to receive refund.
When
9/26/2024 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where
Oklahoma State Medical Association 313 Northeast 50th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Posted on 08/25/2024
2024 Virtual Primary Care
Date & Location
The Online Course will be available beginning Monday, November 4, 2024, 8:00 AM
through Wednesday, December 4, 2024, 11:59 PM.During this time period, you can complete the conference's CME requirements at your own pace.
Credits
AOA Category 1-A (up to 20.0 hours), General Attendance (up to 20.0 hours)
AMA PRA Category 1TM(up to 20.0 hours)
Overview
The goal of the 2024 Virtual Primary Care Update is to provide primary care providers with the latest in practice guidelines over a wide variety of frequently encountered topics and disease processes. Program participants will then apply the knowledge gained back to their existing rural, suburban or urban practice allowing them to bridge the gap between previous therapies and the current best practices.
Topics Include
- Proper Prescribing: Appropriate Management of Chronic Opioid Therapy
Nutritional Deficiencies and Nutritional support to improve outcomes for children with ASD
Peri-Op - Antithrombotic agents
Dermatology skin tone and presentation
Heart Failure Update
Poison Control
Endometriosis
Use of Telehealth
HIV meds-what primary care providers need to know
Acute trauma stabilization
Men's Health
Radiology
Veteran Specific Health Risks
Ethical Dilemmas at the End of Life
ENT/Allergies in Primary Care
Pediatric Mental Health
OMM
Common Orthopedic Injuries
Stroke Management
Nutritional Based Health and Longevity
Thyroid Disorders
Registration
Registration rates and deadlines
Registration closes on December 3, 2024 at 3:00pm CST.
Early-bird rate - ends October 2, 2024 at 5:00pm CST $539.00 Regular rate - October 2, 2024 from 5:01pm - December 3, 2024 at 3:00pm CST $565.00 Retired and Active Duty Military rate - April 15, 2024 - December 3, 2024 at 3:00pm CST$335.00 OSU full-time faculty, OSU and Non-OSU students, residents and fellows.:Contactosu.cme@okstate.eduto receive a promo code for complimentary registration.
Posted on 07/16/2024
New Prescribing Law
URGENT: Prescribing for Out-of-State Physicians
Existing Law requires any physician who prescribes Controlled Dangerous Substances (Schedules II, III, IV and V) to Oklahoma residents to register with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs in order to purchase official prescription forms. This is a modification of existing law surrounding the prescribing of controlled dangerous substances in Oklahoma.
A physician must have an Oklahoma license to register with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs.
If you have any further questions, please contact your legal counsel.
On May 15, 2024, Governor Stitt signed into law House Bill 3567 .
House Bill 3567 requires any physician who prescribes Controlled Dangerous Substances (Schedules II, III, IV and V) to Oklahoma residents to register with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs in order to purchase official prescription forms. This is a modification of existing law surrounding the prescribing of controlled dangerous substances in Oklahoma.
A physician must have an Oklahoma license to register with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs.
If you have any further questions, please contact your legal counsel.
On May 15, 2024, Governor Stitt signed into law House Bill 3567 .
House Bill 3567 requires any physician who prescribes Controlled Dangerous Substances (Schedules II, III, IV and V) to Oklahoma residents to register with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs in order to purchase official prescription forms. This is a modification of existing law surrounding the prescribing of controlled dangerous substances in Oklahoma.
A physician must have an Oklahoma license to register with the Oklahoma State Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs.
If you have any further questions, please contact your legal counsel.
Posted on 07/03/2024
Join Provider Bridge
Join Provider Bridge to support Emergency Response
Provider Bridge is at the forefront of license portability - making it easier and faster for health care professionals to help when Public Health Emergencies arise.
Provider Bridge is for verified clinicians willing to provide in-person careortelehealth services during Public Health Emergencies.
Our team has created an active and extensive database of these clinicians and makes it available to healthcare entities looking to supplement their care during times of Public Health Emergencies.
Currently, ProviderBridge supports Physicians, PAs and nurses and is positioned to expand to include other medical professionals.
Provider Bridge supports expeditious emergency response most effectively by having a large number of medical professionals registered in the platform. Registration takes only a few minutes and can be completed at the following link: Register Now.
Providerbridge.org was made possible by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of the Licensure Portability Program
Posted on 02/09/2024
Medical Spa Guidelines
Guidance for MDs regarding the operation of a Medical Spa in Oklahoma. A med spa is a combination of a traditional day spa and a medical clinic.Click to view or print the latest guidelines updated 1/18/2024.
Posted on 02/07/2024
Caution with A.I. help
Microsoft recently started including a “Copilot” Icon (pictured at left) as part of their Edge browser to promote their so-called Artificial Intelligence capabilities. It is normally located in the upper-right hand side of the browser window. You can visit any webpage, then click on the Copilot icon and it will generate what it believes to be relevant and accurate information on the right side of the browser window.
Please be aware that information in the window that opens when you click on the Copilot icon is not coming from the medical board. It is Microsoft’s interpretation of certain words and phrases on the website and often erroneous conclusions that they draw from them. We have no control over the information Microsoft chooses to create and cannot be held responsible for that content. If you have any questions about license requirements or CME requirements, please check the actual website (without using the Copilot icon) or contact the board directly at licensing@okmedicalboard.org.
Posted on 06/10/2023
CMS Nursing Home Audits
Inappropriate Use of Antipsychotic Medications
And
Erroneous Diagnosis of Schizophrenia in Nursing Homes
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) are responsible for the oversight and health and safety of nursing home residents. Over the past decade, through the work of the National Partnership to Improve Dementia Care, CMS has been monitoring antipsychotic medication use in nursing homes. Though steps have been taken to reduce the use of these drugs, there continue to be concerns that nursing home residents may be inappropriately prescribed antipsychotic medications due to being erroneously diagnosed and coded as having schizophrenia;
To increase our focus on this issue, CMS recently announced they will be conducting off-site nursing home audits.If the audit reveals a pattern of inaccurate coding and if there are instances where a practitioner has not followed professionals’ standards of practice for diagnosing individuals and prescribing medications, we believe these practitioners should be referred to their respective state medical boards for investigation.
CLICK HERE TO READ A MORE DETAILED VERSION OF THIS NOTICE
For questions and to obtain more information, please contact DNH_BehavioralHealth@cms.hhs.gov.
Posted on 03/22/2023
OKCAPMAP
The Oklahoma Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health Access Program (OKCAPMAP) supports the primary care provider’s provision of pediatric mental health care in the primary care setting. OKCAPMAP will provide Oklahoma’s primary care providers with child and adolescent psychiatry and mental health consultation, enhanced mental health education, and referral assistance to local and statewide mental health services.
Psychiatry and Mental Health Consultations
Our child and adolescent psychiatrists and mental health professionals are available 9AM-5PM for consultation on pediatric behavioral health cases. Consultation may include such topics as diagnostic considerations, medication management, or in-office interventions.
Advanced Mental Health Education
Our team of practitioners, researchers, and educators are dedicated to bringing the most current behavioral health education and training to Oklahoma’s primary care providers. We offer advanced education opportunities to registered providers including online and in-person learning sessions.
Mental Health Referral Assistance
Our coordinators assist primary care provider’s in helping families find the “best-fit” therapeutic option for their child or adolescent. Our coordinators also aid with follow up and continuity of care.
Local and Statewide Resources
Our resource pages are intended to provide PCP and family connection to pediatric mental health and family wellness services and support.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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Psychiatry and Mental Health Consultations
Our child and adolescent psychiatrists and mental health professionals are available 9AM-5PM for consultation on pediatric behavioral health cases. Consultation may include such topics as diagnostic considerations, medication management, or in-office interventions.
Advanced Mental Health Education
Our team of practitioners, researchers, and educators are dedicated to bringing the most current behavioral health education and training to Oklahoma’s primary care providers. We offer advanced education opportunities to registered providers including online and in-person learning sessions.
Mental Health Referral Assistance
Our coordinators assist primary care provider’s in helping families find the “best-fit” therapeutic option for their child or adolescent.
Our coordinators also aid with follow up and continuity of care.
Local and Statewide Resources
Our resource pages are intended to provide PCP and family connection to pediatric mental health and family wellness services and support.
We believe that a well-supported family supports child wellness. Oklahoma Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health Access Program (OKCAPMAP) supports the primary care provider’s provision of pediatric mental health care in the primary care setting. OKCAPMAP will provide Oklahoma’s primary care providers with child and adolescent psychiatry and mental health consultation, enhanced mental health education, and referral assistance to local and statewide mental health services.
Psychiatry and Mental Health Consultations
Our child and adolescent psychiatrists and mental health professionals are available 9AM-5PM for consultation on pediatric behavioral health cases. Consultation may include such topics as diagnostic considerations, medication management, or in-office interventions.
Advanced Mental Health Education
Our team of practitioners, researchers, and educators are dedicated to bringing the most current behavioral health education and training to Oklahoma’s primary care providers. We offer advanced education opportunities to registered providers including online and in-person learning sessions.
Mental Health Referral Assistance
Our coordinators assist primary care provider’s in helping families find the “best-fit” therapeutic option for their child or adolescent.
Our coordinators also aid with follow up and continuity of care.
Local and Statewide Resources
Our resource pages are intended to provide PCP and family connection to pediatric mental health and family wellness services and support.
We believe that a well-supported family supports child wellness.asdfasfee sasdfasefasdThe Oklahoma Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Mental Health Access Program (OKCAPMAP) supports the primary care provider’s provision of pediatric mental health care in the primary care setting. OKCAPMAP will provide Oklahoma’s primary care providers with child and adolescent psychiatry and mental health consultation, enhanced mental health education, and referral assistance to local and statewide mental health services.
Psychiatry and Mental Health Consultations
Our child and adolescent psychiatrists and mental health professionals are available 9AM-5PM for consultation on pediatric behavioral health cases. Consultation may include such topics as diagnostic considerations, medication management, or in-office interventions.
Advanced Mental Health Education
Our team of practitioners, researchers, and educators are dedicated to bringing the most current behavioral health education and training to Oklahoma’s primary care providers. We offer advanced education opportunities to registered providers including online and in-person learning sessions.
Mental Health Referral Assistance
Our coordinators assist primary care provider’s in helping families find the “best-fit” therapeutic option for their child or adolescent.
Our coordinators also aid with follow up and continuity of care.
Local and Statewide Resources
Our resource pages are intended to provide PCP and family connection to pediatric mental health and family wellness services and support.
We believe that a well-supported family supports child wellness.
Posted on 10/25/2022
Free Physician Counseling
Program Features
- Free limited counseling sessions for Oklahoma physicians
- Confidential counseling
- Locations available throughout Oklahoma
- Telemedicine sessions available
- Appointment hours are flexible with a physician’s schedule in mind
- Urgent appointments are available
Clickhereto learn more about the Physician Wellness Program/
Posted on 11/06/2020
Personal Identity Info
Click here to learn how the Oklahoma State Board of Medical Licensure and Supervision stores and uses Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
Posted on 11/01/2019
Perinatal Mental Health
A new Oklahoma statute related to perinatal mental health goes into effect November 1, 2019. This statute, from enrolled SB 419, requires Oklahoma hospitals and licensed health care providers to educate and screen their patients for perinatal mental health disorders.
Click here for more information about the Perinatal Mental Health statute
Posted on 10/28/2019
Marijuana Guidelines
Medical Board Approved FSMB Model Guidelines
for the Recommendation of Marijuana
in Patient Care - March 2019.
Posted on 03/12/2019
Medical Treatment Laws CE
Health Care Providers' Responsibilities and Rights Under Certain Medical Treatment Laws.
Pursuant to state law (Title 63, Oklahoma Stat. Ann, Section 3162), inpatient health care services entities shall ensure that all health care providers and other defined officials associated with the inpatient health care services entity are provided with a copy of this brochure - Click here to read and print the brochure
Online Presentation is available on the Education Section of this Website. Click here: Education
.
The Guide to create login and use the online presentation can be downloaded at: The Guide to MTLA
.
Information for Patients and Their Families: Click here to read Your Medical Treatment Rights Under Oklahoma Law.
Full Text of Enrolled House Bill 2603 -this is the text of the legislation that created this requirement:
http://www.okmedicalboard.org/download/743/Medical+Treatment+Laws+Information+Act+-+HB2603.pdf
Posted on 03/24/2015
