The Story Behind Dr. Glaucomflecken, the Empowering Physicians Conference Headliner

August 22, 2024

By the time he was in his 30s, he had suffered two cancer occurrences and sudden cardiac arrest. Doesn’t sound very funny. And yet this ophthalmologist became a successful comedian.  

MMA Sponsors Health Equity Conference in D.C.

August 22, 2024

Earlier this month, the MMA sponsored and attended a national conference on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion in healthcare in Washington D.C. 

Healthcare Workforce Diversification in Minnesota to be Discussed at September 12 Virtual Event  

August 22, 2024

The Minnesota Health Equity Community of Practice (CoP) will host a virtual conversation about diversifying the physician workforce in Minnesota on September 12.

Special Savings Available for 2024-2025 MN Physician Leadership Institute

August 15, 2024

A great deal just got that much better. The MMA is providing additional financial support for the 2024-2025 cohort of the Minnesota Physician Leadership Institute (MNPLI). The program is now available for only $5,500. 

September 18 Forum to Address Trauma-Informed Care and Health Equity

August 15, 2024

The MMA will present a virtual forum on “Trauma-Informed Care: An Approach to Advancing Health Equity” from noon to 1 pm on Wednesday, September 18. 

More Than a Dozen Healthcare Brands to Exhibit at the MMA Empowering Physicians Conference

August 15, 2024

Along with the humor of Dr. Glaucomflecken, and sessions on medical innovations and negotiating skills, Empowering Physicians Conference-goers will have an array of vendors with which to interact.  

MMA Wins Advocacy Award for Work with U of MN Medical School

August 8, 2024

The MMA recently received an advocacy award for its Health Policy and Advocacy Elective that it created with the University of Minnesota Medical School, which launched in 2021.  

MDH: Time to Talk to Patients about Immunizations

August 8, 2024

With August being National Immunization Awareness Month, it’s time to begin recommending vaccination for the 2024-25 respiratory season, says the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).  

Volunteer Opportunity Available for Minnesota Physicians

August 8, 2024

The state of Minnesota is currently looking for a physician to serve on the Health Care Homes Advisory Committee. 

Physician Well-being Protections Kick in August 1

August 1, 2024

Beginning today (August 1), Minnesota’s health system credentialing applications are prohibited from inquiring about an applicant’s past health conditions.  

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