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Published by The Indiana Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, Inc.
The most recent meeting of the Indiana Graduate Medical Education (GME) Board took place on June 23, 2017, in Indianapolis. Also in attendance was a contingency from Ohio interested in our program and how it operates. We approved funding for seven feasibility studies to Mark S. Cantieri, D.O. institutions or IOA President consortiums that are interested in starting new residencies in primary care. The amount awarded was approximately $75,000 per program. We also granted approval for two years of funding at $250,000 per year for four new residency programs. During the last week of June there were two events sponsored by the GME Board. One was in southern Indiana and the second in Indianapolis. Invited guests were informed of our program that funds the creation of new graduate medical education in the state of Indiana. We are very excited about the level of interest shown by various institutions throughout the state. We hope to sponsor a event in northern Indiana sometime. If you are involved with a teaching program, please consider undertaking a feasibility study, or if interested in starting a new program, please contact Mr. Eugene Johnson, Assistant Commissioner for Special Projects and Program Management, Indiana Commission for Higher Education, at (317) 232-2368 or ejohnson@che.in.gov for additional information. The American Osteopathic Association (AOA) continues to enhance membership through their AOA Member Value program. This is a part of Phase II of the strategic plan. You will have to sign into the AOA member website and under AOA membership look for AOA Member Value. This site has information for physicians who may be in large groups, small groups or solo practitioners, students and resi- (continued on page 14)
ANNUAL MEETING OF MEMBERS
In accordance with Article XVI, Amendments, of the Indiana Association of Osteopathic Physicians and Surgeons, Inc. By-Laws, written notice is hereby given of the Annual Meeting of Members on Friday, December 8, 2017, at 2:30 p.m., at the JW Marriott, in downtown Indianapolis.
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
IN THIS THIS ISSUE IN ISSUE New Members…………………………………………….3 In Memoriam……….……………………………………3 Editor Tips Hat To……………………………………….3 WMD Update……………………………………………..4 Annual Spring Update.......................................................4 Annual Winter Update…………………………………...5 Tips From Our Consultant………………………………8 General Assembly Update………………………………15 Dean’s Update…………………………………………..16 Motyka Dannin Foundation……………………………18 Coming Events………………………………………….19 Practice Opportunities………………………………….20