APMA News - November/December 2017 - 36

The Future is Now at the
2017 Young Physicians' Institute

oung physicians from across the country
came together for leadership training
and networking at the 2017 Young
Physicians' Institute, October 14-16 at PICA
headquarters in Franklin, TN.
The event provides a unique opportunity
for young members to interact with APMA
leadership and staff while gaining skills that
will help them take an active role in their profession as they progress through their careers. There
is no cost to attend the event, and state components
are encouraged to sponsor attendees to help cover travel expenses. (See the green box below for a list of participating organizations.)
In addition to leadership training sessions, attendees had
several opportunities to talk with colleagues in both formal
and informal settings about everything from opening a new
practice and hiring staff to how to become more involved in
their state association and finding opportunities to give back
to the profession.
The weekend started with an evening reception that allowed
attendees to catch up with old classmates and get to know new
peers. There was also a professional photographer on hand to
take headshots for any interested participants.

Participating Organizations
APMA would like to recognize the following components and
organizations for sponsoring a young physician attendee at
this year's Young Physicians' Institute:
Alabama Podiatric Medical Association
American Board of Podiatric Medicine
California Podiatric Medical Association
Federal Services Podiatric Medical Association
Florida Podiatric Medical Association
Georgia Podiatric Medical Association
Indiana Podiatric Medical Association
Iowa Podiatric Medical Society
Kentucky Podiatric Medical Association
Michigan Podiatric Medical Association
New Mexico Podiatric Medical Association
New York State Podiatric Medical Association
Ohio Foot and Ankle Medical Association
Oregon Podiatric Medical Association
Pennsylvania Podiatric Medical Association
Texas Podiatric Medical Association
Utah Podiatric Medical Association
Wisconsin Podiatric Medical Association

Adam Isaac, DPM (on screen), presented remotely on the topic "Technology
in Medicine."

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All photos, except the attendees group photo, by Gemini Production Group, Inc.

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Saturday kicked off with a networking seminar, presented by Mimi Bliss of Bliss Communications. This session included general tips
for networking with colleagues, other medical professionals, and members of the local
community. Time was set aside for individuals to create and perfect their own introduction by practicing with fellow attendees. (See the
blue box on the facing page for more information
from this session.)
After the networking seminar, attendees participated
in several sessions related to finances. Ross Taubman,
DPM, chief medical officer at PICA, presented "The Patient You
are Treating is Suing the Initial Treater-What Should You
Do?" Dr. Taubman discussed the liability concerns for such a
situation, and what podiatrists can do to protect themselves.
Next, Paul S. Garrard provided an update on student loan management options for podiatrists. He highlighted various payment plans and discussed important considerations when
choosing a plan. (More information about this topic is available
at www.apma.org/studentdebt.) Lastly, Naomi Schmid, DPM,
offered a personal perspective on getting student debt under
control and shared tips for managing personal finances.
Saturday's final educational session was a group discussion
about getting involved in leadership. Current members of the
Young Physicians Leadership Panel (YPLP) shared their personal
experiences with starting at local meetings and gradually working their way up to national committees, and answered questions from the audience. Following the day's educational program, attendees enjoyed dinner in downtown Nashville.
On Sunday, attendees began the day with a session titled
"Technology in Medicine," presented by Adam Isaac, DPM. In a
fitting twist for the topic, Dr. Isaac gave his presentation remotely due to last-minute complications. His presentation demonstrated the immense advances in technology in the past 10 years
and posed the question of whether physicians have become too
dependent on modern conveniences.

http://www.apma.org/studentdebt

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