It’s that time of year again, and we want to make paying your dues more convenient than ever! Once you have scanned the QR code provided on your dues statement, you will click the “Renew” button. From there, you will have the option to make a one-time payment or set up auto-renew on a yearly or monthly basis. 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 to Onvia McDaniel at onvia.mcdaniel@glms.org. Thank you for being a GLMS member!

Sign-up for auto renew and get a free pair of GLMS branded socks.

Thank you to all of the physicians in our community that have volunteered to serve as high school football team physicians!

There’s still time to nominate an outstanding physician for a 2027 Doctors’ Ball Award – but nominations are due by midnight Saturday, Oct. 31!

Award categories include:
• Baptist Health Louisville Physician of the Year
• Norton Healthcare Physician of the Year
• UofL Health Physician of the Year
• Community Based Physician of the Year
• Paragon Award

Have someone in mind? Submit your nomination and help us celebrate the physicians who make a difference every day.

On Thursday, Nov. 19 from 5:30-7:30 p.m., Gilda’s Club Kentuckiana is hosting a FREE multidisciplinary event dedicated to advancing care and collaboration in the fields of GU, Cervical & Breast cancer. This symposium brings together top local clinicians and researchers to share the latest knowledge and treatment strategies, with an emphasis on improving patient outcomes through multi-institutional dialogue and education. 

The event will feature three experts representing GU, Cervical & Breast cancer care. Presenters include: Dr. Rohit Kumar, MD, FACP, Brown Cancer Center; Jordan Hatchett, MSN, WHNP-BC, GYN-ONC, Norton Cancer Center; & Dr. Brian Dong, MD, Brown Cancer Center. Each will present in their area of expertise with time for discussion. 

There will not be a meeting in November due to Election Day.

We will resume the program on December 1.

For any questions or to get a video recording of a past program, please email foundation@glms.org.

Mayor Greenberg and Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness announce youth driven “Louder Than Smoke” anti-vaping campaign

Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (LMPHW) are encouraging young people and families to "clear the air" about vaping through its youth-focused prevention campaign, Louder Than Smoke.

Developed with input from young people and designed to connect with teens where they spend time online, the campaign uses social media, public transit advertising, and a dedicated website to provide straightforward information about the risks of vaping and nicotine addiction. The campaign message, "Together, we are louder than smoke," encourages youth to make informed choices and reject misleading messages that often portray vaping as harmless.

The campaign website, Louder Than Smoke, offers facts about vaping, resources for young people and parents, and information about how nicotine can affect developing brains and overall health.

To read more about this initiative, click here.

Strong collaboration among physicians, both within specialties and across the profession, can spark innovation, strengthen leadership and restore the joy of practicing medicine. In this month's Louisville Medicine, our members share their ideas and experiences on how teamwork, shared learning and collaborative approaches can support physicians and improve patient care.

What do submarines, pediatric medicine and pizza seasoning have in common? They’re all part of Dr. Jeff Grill’s story. From serving as a Navy diving medical officer to leading a team of pediatric hospitalists, Dr. Grill has built his career around one simple lesson: “You all get across the finish line, or nobody does.” Get to know the physician behind the white coat, and discover how teamwork, curiosity and a love of doing things a little differently have shaped his journey.

January – due 12/1 – “Future-Proofing Medicine: Physicians as Innovators and Entrepreneurs”

What if the everyday frustrations of clinical practice could become catalysts for meaningful change? This issue invites physicians to explore how identifying pain points, applying an innovator’s mindset and using a practical framework – from defining problems to piloting and scaling solutions – can transform challenges into impactful tools, protocols or ventures.

February – due 1/1 – “Building Tomorrow’s Physician Leaders”

The future of medicine depends on physicians who are prepared not only to provide excellent care, but also to lead. Share your ideas on how programs like the Kentucky Physicians Leadership Institute, mentorship and professional collaboration can cultivate strong physician leaders and strengthen unity across the profession.

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