Tag: Rhode Island Medical Society
R.I.’s new ‘shield law’ protecting providers of abortions, gender-affirming care
Ever since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade and eliminated the constitutional right to abortion in 2022, some health care providers have...
R.I. joining more licensing compacts, but will there be any difference?
Rhode Island is joining another interstate medical licensure compact that allows health care workers to practice in multiple states with an expedited licensing process,...
Would a 2nd medical school in R.I. be worth it?
Some state lawmakers are floating the idea of establishing a state medical school that would be a more-affordable alternative to Brown University and might ease persistent...
R.I. Medical Society proposes new medical charter school
PROVIDENCE – Pending approval from the R.I. Council on Elementary and Postsecondary Education, a very unique charter school could be launched next academic year...
Past president of AMA to speak at R.I. Medical Society annual...
PROVIDENCE – Dr. Jack Resneck Jr., immediate past president of the American Medical Association, will be the keynote speaker at the Rhode Island Medical...
How to cure shortage of primary care docs?
When the phone rings at East Providence Primary Care, chances are there is someone in search of a new doctor on the other end.
It...
More health care settings become LGBTQ Safe Zones
Imagine moving into a nursing home, after living proudly for years as an openly gay, lesbian or transgender person, only to be forced back...
R.I. Medical Society calls for voluntary masking, warns of low booster...
PROVIDENCE – The state is at a “critical medical crossroads in this pandemic” due to a low booster shot rate as life-threatening COVID-19 infections...
Out-of-state telehealth visits hit some snags
At the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, telemedicine was hailed as a lifesaver, allowing patients to see their doctor virtually without the risk of...
Summit: Work-life balance paramount for wellness of health care providers
PROVIDENCE – It’s not enough for health care companies to make self-care resources and wellness initiatives available to their workers, especially during a stressful,...
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