Educational Events

Educational Sessions at ISMS Annual Meeting

All ISMS members and your practice managers are eligible to attend these programs at no cost. Educational sessions will take place at the Oak Brook Hills Marriott Resort, 3500 Midwest Road Oak Brook, Illinois. Pre-registration is REQUIRED for anyone who is not a Delegate or Alternate Delegate.

Not the Blame Game:A Systems Approach to
Finding Problems and Fixing Them
Friday, April 15, 3 - 6 p.m.

Faculty: Tom Beckett, Risk Management Consultant

Experienced risk management consultant Tom Beckett will teach physicians a systems-based approach to problem solving in their practices, taking into account the complexities of running a medical practice. This approach will help physicians deal with administrative problems and adverse medical outcomes in a more context-sensitive way.

CME Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this activity the physician will be able to:

Identify the methodology behind systematic problem solving;
Integrate the concepts of systematic problem solving into your practice; and
Use the "5 Why" technique to evaluate examples as they apply to your practice setting.

The Illinois State Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 2.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

ISMIE policyholders who successfully complete this seminar are eligible to receive a 1% discount on their premium.*

Health Reform and the Future of the Physician’s Practice
Saturday, April 16, 12:15 - 1:30 p.m.

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Lunch will be hosted by Premier Sponsor ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company

Faculty: David Dranove, PhD, Walter McNerney Distinguished Professor of Health Industry Management, Northwestern University

Dr. Dranove will discuss the future of medical practice in the wake of the passage of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA), and how the changing health care landscape will directly affect physicians and their patients. He will provide insight into the changing structure of our health care system and the shifting dynamics of the relationships among physicians, hospitals, patients and payers. Physicians will learn how to strategically anticipate and prepare for these complex changes and challenges, making the best of their situation under the new law.

CME Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this activity the physician will be able to:

Articulate the major effects of health system reform on physician relationships with other providers and payers; and
Apply their knowledge of health reform to prepare their practices for changing relationships with payers, hospitals and patients.

The Illinois State Medical Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

The “Seven Pillars” Approach: Improving Patient Safety
and Decreasing Liability through Transparency
Saturday, April 16, 2:15 - 3:30 p.m.

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Faculty: Timothy McDonald, MD, JD, Professor of Anesthesiology and Pediatrics, University of Illinois at Chicago; Chief Safety and Risk Officer for Health Affairs, University of Illinois

ISMS member Dr. Tim McDonald will discuss his research into methods of bridging the gap between patient safety and medical liability concerns. This research focuses on preventing medical errors and responding well when they do occur. Dr. McDonald will show how procedural improvements and appropriate communication with patients in all phases of care can improve patient safety and reduce medical liability costs. In addition, he will focus on the process of ensuring that physicians and hospitals work together to respond appropriately when harm occurs.

CME Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this activity the physician will be able to:

Articulate effective strategies for maximizing patient safety, preventing medical errors and communicating appropriately when they do occur; and
Apply these strategies in their practices to improve patient care and communication.

Member Advocacy Panel: How to Be Prepared for
a Changing Health Care Landscape
Saturday, April 16, 4 - 5:15 p.m.

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Faculty: ISMS Member Advocacy Team

This session will consist of a panel discussion showcasing ISMS’ Member Advocacy team, who will provide concrete insights into the steps individual physicians must take to prepare for the new regulatory changes and accountability measures that are coming as a result of health reform. Physicians will have the opportunity to ask questions and interact with Member Advocacy staff, learning more about their own responsibilities and the services ISMS can provide to help them.

CME Learning Objectives: Upon completion of this activity the physician will be able to:

Articulate the practical effects of the regulatory changes and accountability measures that will come as a result of health system reform; and
Apply their understanding of these changes to take advantage of financial incentives and prepare their practices for compliance with new regulations.

The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

*In order to be eligible for the Managing Risk Partnership Program premium discount, a participant must be both in attendance for a minimum of 80% of the program and present for and pass the test issued only at the end of the activity. Physicians may attend any seminar provided they have not completed the same seminar since January 1, 2010. A maximum discount of 15% may be earned annually.