Publications & Resources

In this episode of “The Verdict,” MLMIC’s Tammie Smeltz sits down with Salvatore Volpe to discuss aging in place and healthcare provider roles in senior care.

In this episode of The Verdict, Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, interviews Dr. Salvatore Volpe, author of the book “Health Informatics,” to explore how data-driven healthcare and a team-based approach can transform patient care.

Join Host Tammie Smeltz on “The Verdict” as Dr. Frank Dowling discusses MSSNY’s Peer-2-Peer (P2P) Program. Discover how this resource helps New York physicians tackle challenges through peer support and guidance.

Join Host Tammie Smeltz and MSSNY’s Heather Lopez as they explore healthcare payments, emerging trends and MSSNY’s advocacy for fair reimbursement.

In this episode of The Verdict, Dr. Chad Gehani discusses the World’s Fair of Dentistry and shares advice for new dentists and students.

Dr. Eliscar-Hewett discusses her journey as a dentist, exciting events from the Second District Dental Society for new-to-practice dentists and the crucial role of securing dental professional liability insurance with MLMIC.

MLMIC’s Tammie Smeltz shares a case study that highlights the importance of proper documentation and the risks of “curbside consultations” for sulfa allergies.

On The Verdict, we hear from Kathy Harth, Assistant Vice President of Claims at MLMIC, about an interesting case involving a bladder injury after a total abdominal hysterectomy. Kathy discusses the importance of proper documentation of informed consent and the patient-physician relationship.

Host Tammie Smeltz chats with the new Executive Vice President of the Medical Society of the State of New York, Dr. Thomas Lee. Dr. Lee discusses his incredible history as a practicing neurosurgeon in New York. He shares his goals for MSSNY and why it’s important for physicians to set aside time to volunteer at a not-for-profit.

Our latest episode of The Verdict features two guests: Moe Auster, Esq., Senior Vice-President, Legislative and Regulatory Affairs with MSSNY; and Marc Craw, Esq., an attorney with MLMIC’s General Counsel’s Office. Moe and Marc provide a detailed overview of the Grieving Families Act and how it will impact physicians in New York.