IMAges - 4-15-18 View this email in your browser Table of Contents: In this Issue... - Idaho Primary Election – May 15 IMAges - REMINDER: 2018 Future Physicians of Idaho Awards April 15, 2018 - New IMA Members - IMPAC Supports Candidates in Primary Idaho Primary Election – May 15 With Idaho’s primary Election election less than a month away, the face of politics in Idaho is about to change either for the better or the worse. Through the generous - Early Diagnosis of contributions of IMA members, the Idaho Medical Political Action Dementia Committee (IMPAC) was able to support candidates who are friends of - New IMA Member Benefit Medicine. (Please see the list of candidates supported by IMPAC on Page 2.) Make sure to make your voice heard by going to the polls on May 15. - Treasure Valley YMCA For additional information and a list of polling places, visit the Secretary of Offers Wellness Programs State’s website at https://idahovotes.gov/. - Pre-Order Your 2018 Another important date that is fast approaching is April 30, the deadline Directory of Idaho for the Medicaid for Idaho campaign to collect 56,192 signatures and six Physicians percent of registered voters in 18 different districts to get Medicaid - 2018 Idaho Health Care expansion on November’s ballot. On their website - Conference https://medicaidforidaho.org/ - the campaign indicates that is has gathered 50,000 to date. - Medical Practice Opportunities IMA has been a tireless advocate for various Medicaid expansion initiatives over the past six years in the legislative arena. Given the Legislature’s continued unwillingness to take action, IMA will continue to fight for uninsured patients by supporting the ballot initiative. For more information on the campaign and where and how to get involved, visit https://medicaidforidaho.org/. [Back to Top] REMINDER: 2018 Future Physicians of Idaho Awards The Idaho Medical Association Foundation is pleased to announce the availability of the 2018 Future Physicians of Idaho Awards, that are targeted toward individual medical students and residents. There are four, one-time awards available of $5,000 each for a total award pool of $20,000. Two awards are for 4th year medical students who have matched to an Idaho-based residency program and two awards are for residents in the final year of training who are in good standing in an https://txma-ima.informz.net/...rsion/ind/bWFpbGluZ2luc3RhbmNlaWQ9NjgxOTM5MSZzdWJzY3JpYmVyaWQ9ODMzMjMzMDk1[5/4/2018 10:09:19 AM] IMAges - 4-15-18 Idaho-based residency program and who will practice in an underserved Idaho community upon completion of residency. Applicants with service, loan repayment or other commitments outside Idaho after residency are ineligible. Applications are now being accepted and must be submitted to the IMA no later than May 15, 2018. To fill out an application, go to this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FTZTC8X. You may email the required documentation to [email protected] or fax to 208-344-7903. [Back to Top] The Idaho Medical Association Welcomes New Members A warm welcome to these physicians who have recently joined the IMA: Catherine A. Cunagin, MD, Orthopedic Surgery, Boise Sandra Dunbrasky, MD, Pediatrics, Ontario Michael S. Enslow, MD, Diagnostic Radiology, Idaho Falls Benjamin Ling, MD, Neurological Surgery, Spokane Terrence M. Rager, MD, General Surgery, Pocatello Tim J. Stoddard, MD, Psychiatry, Pullman [Back to Top] IMPAC Supports Candidates in Primary Election Idaho’s 2018 primary election will be held on May 15, 2018. This early-year election is pivotal, as it will likely determine Idaho’s next Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Secretary of State, Attorney General, as well as many new legislators throughout the state. The Idaho Medical Political Action Committee (IMPAC) is pleased to provide its endorsement and support to the following candidates. We encourage you to vote in the upcoming primary election to ensure the voice of Idaho’s physicians is heard. DIST OFFICE CANDIDATE NAME PARTY CITY Governor Brad Little R Emmett 1 Senator Jim Woodward R Sagle 1 Representative Mike Boeck R Sandpoint 4 Senator Mary Souza R Coeur d'Alene 4 Representative Jim Addis R Coeur d'Alene https://txma-ima.informz.net/...rsion/ind/bWFpbGluZ2luc3RhbmNlaWQ9NjgxOTM5MSZzdWJzY3JpYmVyaWQ9ODMzMjMzMDk1[5/4/2018 10:09:19 AM] IMAges - 4-15-18 4 Representative Paul Amador R Coeur d'Alene 5 Senator Marshall Comstock R Moscow 5 Representative Bill Goesling R Moscow 6 Representative John Rusche D Lewiston 11 Senator Patti Anne Lodge R Caldwell 11 Representative Scott Syme R Wilder 11 Representative Kirk Adams R Middleton 13 Representative Gary Collins R Nampa 14 Senator C. Scott Grow R Eagle 15 Senator Fred S. Martin R Boise 20 Senator Chuck Winder R Boise 23 Senator Bert Brackett R Rogerson 23 Representative Oscar Evans R Homedale 24 Senator Lee Heider R Twin Falls 24 Representative Linda Hartgen R Twin Falls 25 Senator Jim Patrick R Twin Falls 25 Representative Laurie Lickley R Jerome 25 Representative Clark Kauffman R Filer 27 Representative Fred Wood R Burley 28 Senator Jim Guthrie R McCammon 28 Representative Kay Jenkins R Chubbock 30 Representative Wendy Horman R Idaho Falls 31 Representative Julie VanOrden R Pingree 32 Representative Thomas Loertscher R Iona 33 Senator Dave Lent R Idaho Falls 34 Senator Brent Hill R Rexburg 34 Representative Doug Ricks R Rexburg 34 Representative Britt Raybould R Rexburg 35 Representative Jerald Raymond R Menan 35 Representative Rod Furniss R Rigby [Back to Top] Early Diagnosis of Dementia Essential to Health Care Savings The nation could save as much as $7.9 trillion in health and long-term care expenditures with earlier diagnosis of Alzheimer’s, according to the special report in the Alzheimer’s Association 2018 Alzheimer’s Disease Facts and Figures report. (https://www.alz.org/facts/) The special report - Alzheimer’s Disease: Financial and Personal Benefits of Early Diagnosis - features new economic modeling data indicating that early diagnosis of Alzheimer’s during the mild cognitive impairment (MCI) stage of the disease could yield significant cost savings through reduced unnecessary hospitalizations and fewer complications from other chronic conditions. https://txma-ima.informz.net/...rsion/ind/bWFpbGluZ2luc3RhbmNlaWQ9NjgxOTM5MSZzdWJzY3JpYmVyaWQ9ODMzMjMzMDk1[5/4/2018 10:09:19 AM] IMAges - 4-15-18 In addition to health care savings, early diagnosis also has numerous personal benefits for individuals and families. People living with Alzheimer’s, for example, can adopt lifestyle changes that may help preserve existing cognitive function for as long as possible and participate in clinical trials that may provide medical benefits. Further, it allows for more time to develop a care plan and perform other future planning regarding legal, financial, and end-of-life decisions. Learn more about a public health approach to increasing early detection and diagnosis of Alzheimer’s at alz.org/publichealth. Summary of the evidence on modifiable risk factors for cognitive decline and dementia: A population- based perspective: http://act.alz.org/site/DocServer/ALZ_Evidence_Review_on_Modifiable_Risks_A_DJ_2015.pdf?docID=54643 [Back to Top] New IMA Member Benefit Today’s ultra-competitive environment for recruiting physicians and advanced practice providers is challenging for many Idaho physician groups and clinics, especially in rural and remote areas. The IMA is pleased to introduce our new preferred partner for recruitment, Jackson Physician Search, has built their reputation on the quality of the relationships they establish with clients and the providers they recruit for them. The key is in their commitment to understanding your organizational culture and the unique benefits of your community in order to recognize how it will fit the motivations, needs and personality of candidates they attract. What does Jackson Physician Search offer? By delivering transparent terms, excellent customer service, consultative advice and advanced sourcing methods, and preferred pricing to Idaho Medical Association members, you will receive the benefit of both the efficient use of your time and budget, and the confidence of hiring the candidate who will fit, succeed and stay. Jackson Physician Search recruiters: Attract qualified candidates locally, regionally and nationally Leverage their database of the widest selection of physician specialties Provide consistent communication and individualized attention Accurately budget and control expenses, based on transparent, affordable fee structure with no hidden costs. “It is our job to understand the needs of the practice, discover the motivations of candidates, and find the fit that works for the group, community, physician and their family,” Sharon Thompson, Business Development Manager said. “My previous experience as an in-house recruiter using Jackson Physician Search allowed me to experience – first-hand – the value of transparent terms, excellent customer service, consultative advice and best practices that produce results.” We are happy to add their best practices to the array of resources we offer to assist you in serving your communities. For more information about any of Jackson Physician Search’s programs and services, please contact Sharon Thompson: [email protected], or 770-643-5706. Visit www.jacksonphysiciansearch.com. [Back to Top] Treasure Valley YMCA Offers Wellness Programs for Cancer Survivors and Diabetic Patients The YMCA Healthy Living Center in Boise is now offering wellness programs for cancer