New Study Finds Hypertension Management Similar via Telehealth, In-Person
October 27, 2022
When it comes to controlling patients’ high blood pressure, it appears telehealth is just as effective as in-person care, according to a new study from HealthPartners Institute that was published in the journal, Hypertension.
New Plan Takes on Burnout in Healthcare
October 20, 2022
Earlier this month, the National Academy of Medicine published its “National Plan for Health Workforce Well-being,” which calls for a collective movement to address burnout.
Board Approves Policy Focused on Housing Conscious Healthcare
October 20, 2022
At its October 15 meeting, the MMA Board of Trustees approved a policy proposal submitted through The Pulse, on improving the effectiveness of healthcare given to people experiencing homelessness or unstable housing.
Community of Practice to Welcome State Representative, Equity Champion
October 13, 2022
On November 17, Minnesota Rep. Ruth Richardson (DFL-Mendota Heights) will meet with the Minnesota Health Equity Community of Practice (CoP) via Zoom to present legislative updates and priorities relevant to heath equity.
New MDH COVID-19 Dashboard Looks at Telemedicine, Burnout and More
October 13, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Health's Office of Rural Health and Primary Care (ORHPC) has created a new interactive dashboard—COVID–19 and the health care workforce—that highlights the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on Minnesota’s health care workforce.
Health Care Home Rule Expands Emphasis on Population Health, Equity
October 13, 2022
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) Health Care Homes (HCH) team announced on October 10 that a rule amendment that expands the program’s emphasis on population health has been approved.
MAPS Mentorship Program is Recruiting Mentors for 2022-2023
October 6, 2022
The MMA and the Minority Association of Pre-medical Students (MAPS) at the University of Minnesota are once again recruiting mentors.
ZVMS Foundation Seeks Funds for Foot Care Clinic for People Experiencing Homelessness
October 6, 2022
The Zumbro Valley Medical Society (ZVMS) Foundation has launched a fundraising campaign to purchase items for the ZVMS Street Medicine Initiative's upcoming foot care clinic.
MMA to Host Conversations on Race to Promote Health Equity
October 6, 2022
This month, the MMA will launch the Conversations on Race and Equity (CoRE) series, which provides a safe and respectful virtual space for physicians to discuss topics related to anti-racism, implicit bias, and cultural humility.
October 12 Noon-time Forum to Discuss Electronic Health Records
October 6, 2022
The MMA will host a physician forum at noon on Wednesday, October 12, titled, “Working with - not against- the Electronic Health Record.” This forum will be held in partnership with the University of Minnesota Medical School.