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ForwardProtecting the Public’s Health: The State of Illinois’s Response to Growing Federal Uncertainty
Pricing
ISMS members: Free
Non-ISMS members: $75.00
Course Description
With growing federal uncertainty regarding health policy decisions, the State of Illinois has responded by investing in solutions to remain a credible, transparent, and effective public health partner to Illinois residents and healthcare providers. The presentation will describe the current strengths and challenges of our local, state, and national public health systems and identify opportunities to create a unified vision for health to protect and promote the health of the public.
Learning Objectives
At the conclusion of this learning activity, participants will be able to:
- Outline the current strengths and challenges of local, state, and national public health systems in a post COVID-19 world.
- Analyze the implications of federal changes – both executive and legislative actions – on Illinois programs and policies.
- Describe the investments being made in Illinois to respond to these federal changes and continue to build a credible, transparent, and effective public health infrastructure.
- Identify opportunities to create a unified vision for health bridging the gap between the public health and health care delivery systems.
Target Audience
ISMS members and their staffs
Disclosure
The planners, faculty, and others in control of content have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies.
CME information
The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Illinois State Medical Society designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
The Illinois Nurse Practice Act rules deem CME credit provided by approved sponsors as acceptable to fulfill nursing continuing education requirements for licensure. Nurses may claim one contact hour per unit of CME in the state of Illinois.
Additional information
The recommendations contained in this resource are not intended to define conduct that is appropriate in every case, should not be considered as establishing any standard of care, and do not constitute legal advice. Physicians, clinicians and healthcare providers should take care to ensure that all care rendered reflects the best clinical judgment and complies with the laws and regulations of the state or location at which the care was provided.
Dr. Sameer Vohra
Dr. Vo
hra was appointed as the Director of the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), effective August 1, 2022, by Governor JB Pritzker who charged him with continuing to shape a stronger IDPH for the 21st Century. Since becoming Illinois’ top doctor, he has led the state through the end of the COVID-19 public health emergency and is now focused on efforts to strengthen Illinois’ public health infrastructure and build a unified vision for health in every corner of the state.
Available Credit
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of the Illinois State Medical Society and ISMIE Mutual Insurance Company. The Illinois State Medical Society is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
The Illinois State Medical Society designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
- 1.00 Participation Credit