POMA DOes...

Episode Summary:

In today's episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with the chairs of the 2024 POMA Clinical Assembly to highlight this year's conference. Designed as a complete experience, this year's conference offers 34 1A AOA or AMA credits for in-person or virtual registrants. We are offering top-notch educational content in shorter segments to cover more ground. Our in-person participants will also experience hands-on learning sessions, social and networking functions, governance opportunities, wellness events, and more! Get the credits you need for this year's license renewal and register today! We can't wait to see you in May!

Key Takeaways:

• POMA24 is meeting you where you are and offering what you need for license renewal.

• POMA24 offers 34 hours of Category 1-A AOA and AMA PRA Category 1 credit, including opioid, patient safety and mandated reporter training, regardless of how you participate.

• POMA24 has hands-on learning experiences, social and networking functions, governance opportunities and wellness events.

• Don't miss out on a great experience - register today at www.poma.org/poma24

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

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Episode Summary:

Despite a multiyear pandemic and availability of vaccines to decrease the impact of severe respiratory viral infections, such as RSV and Influenza, thousands of patients are hospitalized every year. Additionally, healthcare professionals and the general public have not achieved a satisfactory immunization rate for these infections. In today's episode we sit down with a pediatrician and an obstetrician to discuss RSV and Influenza in pregnant and pediatric patients, the risks of severe infection, and available vaccines and treatment options.

Key Takeaways:

• RSV and Influenza are common, highly contagious viruses that can be dangerous for children under 2 years old.

• The CDC recommends an annual flu vaccine for everyone aged 6 months or older to protect against influenza.

• The CDC recommends pregnant patients receive a RSV vaccine prior to delivery during peak RSV season (Oct to Feb) to protect newborns from RSV.

• Collaborate with patients to inform, support and encourage healthy decisions, such as vaccination.

CME Information:

• This podcast episode is supported by the POMA Foundation. The POMAF is collaborating with other osteopathic state and specialty organizations across the country to educate osteopathic physicians, their patents and the public on RSV and Influenza. This work is supported by a grant from Sanofi.

• This episode was developed entirely by POMA. None of the panelists or planners for this episode have any relevant financial relationships to disclose.

• The Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. POMA designates this activity for a maximum of 0.25 Category 1-B AOA CME credits. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the AOA.

• Attest online at www.poma.org/pomapodcast

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Summary:

POMA is proudly member-driven, with osteopathic students, residents and physicians serving on committees, task forces and workgroups. The expertise, talents, ideas, opinions, experiences and passions of the members are critical to ensure POMA is meeting the needs of DOs in the Commonwealth. Tune in to learn more about the volunteer experience and how you can get involved to make a difference.

Key Takeaways:

• POMA is member-led and member-driven. We need you to be involved!

• Committee service is a great way to share your talents, increase your skill set, expand your network and give back to your profession.

• A wide range of volunteer opportunities are available - from technology to advocacy, writing to lecturing, mentoring to finance, wellness to military service, plus much more.

• Volunteer for a committee today at https://www.poma.org/committees

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Summary:

Despite a multiyear pandemic and availability of vaccines to decrease the impact of severe respiratory viral infections, such as RSV and Influenza, thousands of patients are hospitalized every year. Additionally, healthcare professionals and the general public have not achieved a satisfactory immunization rate for these infections. In today's episode we sit down with a pulmonologist and a hospitalist to discuss RSV and Influenza, at-risk patient populations, the risks of severe infection, and available vaccines and treatment options.

Key Takeaways:

• The CDC estimates there have been at least 20 million illnesses from Influenza so far this season. (Jan. 2024)

• RSV is increasingly recognized as an important cause of severe respiratory disease in older adults.

• RSV and Influenza are highly prevalent viruses in older people, and are associated with negative outcomes.

• Immunization options for older patients and immunocompromised patients are available to protect against RSV and Influenza.

• Collaborate with patients to inform, support and encourage healthy decisions, such as vaccination.

CME Information:

• This podcast episode is supported by the POMA Foundation. The POMAF is collaborating with other osteopathic state and specialty organizations across the country to educate osteopathic physicians, their patents and the public on RSV and Influenza. This work is supported by a grant from Sanofi.

• This episode was developed entirely by POMA. None of the panelists or planners for this episode have any relevant financial relationships to disclose.

• The Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. POMA designates this activity for a maximum of 0.75 Category 1-B AOA CME credits. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the AOA.

• Attest online at www.poma.org/pomapodcast

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Empowering Change: Your Role in POMA

Episode Summary:Engaged osteopathic physicians are critical to POMA. DOs with a passion for being an osteopathic physician, a passion to improve the lives of DOs in Pennsylvania, a passion to keep DOs at the forefront of healthcare in the Commonwealth, and a passion to make a difference drive the organization forward with new ideas and energy. In today's episode we sit down with POMA President John Kalata, DO and Speaker of the POMA House of Delegates, Jeffery Dunkelberger, DO who share ways to get involved in POMA and make a difference in the osteopathic profession.

Key Takeaways:

• Osteopathic physicians with a passion for their profession are critical to POMA.

• Bringing diversity to the table is essential. Students are taught differently, residents are trained differently, physicians are practicing differently. POMA needs this diversity to change with medicine.

• Make a difference in our profession by getting involved!

• Participate in your POMA district, in the POMA House of Delegates, and the AOA House of Delegates.

• Don't know where to start? Contact POMA!

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Summary:

It's widely known that the benefits of music, art, dance, writing and theater promote creativity, self-expression, improve cognitive skills, enhance social skills and emotional intelligence, and play a role in the healing process. In today's episode we sit down with two physicians who are trained in the arts to learn how their experiences play a role in their lives as physicians.

Key Takeaways:

• Arts and the humanities play a significant role in our lives. Fundamentally, it connects every one of us.

• It's never too late to get involved in the arts.

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Introduction:

Tune in to hear from some of the young voices of POMA. Their parents are physicians who are always giving themselves - to their families and their patients. These kids reflect on perks of having a physician at home, handling injuries and illnesses, fun childhood experiences, and more. These parents are superheroes in the eyes of their children.

Episode Summary:

In today's episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with a group of kids who have physician parents. They share stories about visiting their parents at work, avoiding the doctor's office, funny mishaps, favorite experiences, and more. This episode will surely make you smile!

Key Takeaways:

• Parents who are physicians are constantly giving themselves to others - their families and their patients. They really are superheroes!

• Physician parents can help avoid a trip to the ER, but not school. And fun vacations may be in the cards.

• Take a few moments to thank your parents and those close to you for the impact they have made in your life.

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Introduction:

The Advocates for the POMA is a diverse group of people who support and promote the osteopathic profession. They provide a collegial environment with numerous opportunities to get involved and give back. Tune in to learn more about the Advocates and their great work in supporting the osteopathic profession!

Episode Summary:

In today's episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with the Advocates for the POMA to hear how they got interested in supporting the osteopathic profession, the scholarships and grants that are offered, activities they sponsor throughout the year, and opportunities to get involved. Join APOMA today and support the osteopathic profession!

Key Takeaways:

• The Advocates for the POMA (APOMA) is a diverse group of people working to support and promote the osteopathic profession.

• Membership is open to everyone - join today!

• APOMA host several fundraising events throughout the year to support their student scholarship program.

• Learn more about APOMA - https://www.poma.org/advocates-for-the-poma

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Introduction:

Concussion is one of the most common sports injuries in the United States. Tune in to learn more about the significance of concussions in our student athletes, signs and symptoms, sideline examination, and return to play guidelines to keep our athletes safe.

Episode Summary:

In today's episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with sports medicine fellow Kaylin Strauser-Curtis, DO to discuss concussion. She will provide insight on identification of concussion symptoms, treatment guidelines, return to play instructions to keep our athletes in the game.

Key Takeaways:

• There are 1.7 - 3 million diagnosed sports and recreation-related concussions every year.

• Athletes are difficult patients. They often withhold symptoms to avoid missing time to practice and play.

• Early detection of concussion symptoms is key. Undiagnosed and untreated concussions can have long lasting, life changing health implications.

• Athletes should only return to play after being cleared by a physician.

CME Information:

• This podcast episode was developed entirely by POMA. None of the panelists or planners for this episode have any relevant financial relationships to disclose.

• The Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. POMA designates this activity for a maximum of 0.5 Category 1-B AOA CME credits. This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the AOA.

• Attest online at www.poma.org/pomapodcast

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.

Episode Introduction:

There are more than 2,200 osteopathic physicians actively serving our nation's military across the world, and many more who are veterans. Just as the military supports its service members, POMA cares about our military physicians and is here to provide information, resources and support. Tune in to learn more about the call to medicine and country, and the unique experience it provides. Thank you to all the veterans who have served our country!

Episode Summary:

In today's episode of POMA DOes… we sit down with four osteopathic physicians who have also served their country in the US military. They share their personal journeys, how they balanced medical school and residency with service requirements, their personal and professional benefits of service, and the support they receive from the military.

Key Takeaways:

• POMA's Military Task Force supports osteopathic physicians who presently serve or have served in the US Armed Forces. Help us connect with our military and veterans!

• There are several options within the military for healthcare providers. Whether it's the Health Professions Scholarship Program, the Uniformed Services University, ROTC, enlisted or reserves, the military provides financial and family support for healthcare service members.

• The military gives you the skill set, tools and training for you to be successful, regardless of your future employment environment.

Find Us:

Online: https://www.poma.org/

Email: [email protected]

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/POMADOs

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pomados/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pennsylvania-osteopathic-medical-association/

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/POMA_DOs

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbxG9QqV_7Hv2CEkJsE89ZA

App Store: search Pa. Osteopathic Medical Assoc.