“Roots of Medical Hesitancy in Our Patients:
How Can We Overcome the Challenge"

For more information on how to enter or how to win a $1,125 cash prize, click here.

Entries are due by midnight Sunday, March 1.

For any questions, please reach out to Kathryn Vance at kathryn.vance@glms.org.

Physicians are uniquely positioned to witness the complex factors that fuel medical hesitancy among patients, from cultural beliefs and historical injustices to misinformation, systemic barriers and personal experiences with the health care system. This year we invite you to explore the roots of medical hesitancy you have encountered and to propose compassionate, evidence-informed strategies for rebuilding trust, writing about ways physicians can overcome these challenges. 

On Feb. 3, GLMS hosted its Legislative Reception at Angels’ Envy, bringing together a panel of state Senators and Representatives to discuss key health care policy issues. On Feb. 18, several GLMS members traveled to Frankfort to continue those important conversations during Physicians’ Day at the Capitol. Both events sparked meaningful dialogue on topics including prior authorization, scope of practice, and physician wellness. Thank you to our physician members who participated and continue to advocate for the health and well-being of patients across the Commonwealth.

Keep your membership current and stay connected with the Greater Louisville Medical Society. Sign up for auto-renew and we’ll throw in a pair of GLMS logo socks – because your feet deserve to feel as good as your patients! Please note, the county is listed under “GLMS (Jefferson County). If you have any questions about this process or about your membership dues in general, please reach out to our Membership Specialist, Onvia McDaniel at onvia.mcdaniel@glms.org. 

The GLMS Election will launch Sunday, March 1. You will receive an email with the voting link where each member may vote once. Voting will be open until March 31 at 11:59 p.m. If you have any questions regarding the election, please contact Kathryn Vance at kathryn.vance@glms.org

Mark your calendars for this year’s President’s Celebration which will be held on May 17 at Hurstbourne Country Club. All GLMS members are invited to attend. More details to follow soon.

“Advances in Structural Heart Disease: From Benchside to Bedside”

Ravi Sharma, MD

Interventional Cardiology, UofL Health

Tuesday, March 3, at noon via Zoom

Join link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89363168716

Meeting ID: 893 6316 8716 #

Call In: 1-646-931-3860 (Use the Meeting ID and press pound (#) after entering)

RSVP by replying to this email or calling 502-736-6366.

Professional organizations like GLMS, KMA and AMA support physicians as leaders, advocates and lifelong learners. In this month’s Louisville Medicine, we’re looking at what membership means to our physicians, and how organized medicine has shaped their careers, connected them to community and amplified their voices. 

Meet Andrew Woods, DO, a PM&R physician in training at UofL who believes in helping patients rebuild not just function, but identity. “Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation focuses on a person’s potential, not just their injury. It’s team-based, goal-oriented, and creative – helping patients reclaim the life they want to live.” Read more in this month’s Dr. Who. 

May – Annual Report (no theme) – due 4/1

June – President’s Introduction (no theme) – due 5/1

You’re encouraged to write on any topic for these issues. New themes for the remainder of the year will be released soon!

Please reach out to Kathryn Vance at kathryn.vance@glms.org if you’d like to share your thoughts in an upcoming issue.