February 2013

In this issue: Messages from the chair and secretary; Junior Fellow and young physician news; Committee reports on legislation and patient safety; Section reports; 2013 Annual Clinical Meeting preview

• Chair’s report

  The biannual production of our District VI newsletter provides district chairs with a welcome opportunity to explore new topics, dispense information, and share perspectives...

• Secretary’s report

  The District VI Advisory Council held its Annual Business Meeting at the 2012 Annual District Meeting. Council members felt many of the topics addressed would be of interest to members...

• Junior Fellow chair’s report

  District VI Junior Fellows remain active and committed members of our community. At the 2012 Annual District Meeting, we were proud to unveil a mentorship program...

• Connect with District VI on Facebook

  In an effort to provide you with current information regarding women’s health, District VI has joined Facebook...

• Young physician news

  The Third Annual Young Physician Luncheon was held during the 2012 Annual District Meeting. There was an excellent turnout of mentors and mentees...

• Opportunities for Junior Fellow involvement

  Getting involved with ACOG at an early stage in your career is an invaluable experience. Doing so helps you meet others who are also early in their training...

• Legislative Committee

  The reelection of Barack Obama as US president ensures that provisions of the Affordable Care Act will continue to be rolled out...

• Patient Safety Committee

  Over the years, the District VI Patient Safety Committee has struggled with the task of providing a usable service at the district level...

• Section reports

  Read reports from District VI sections: Illinois, Iowa, Manitoba, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, Saskatchewan, South Dakota, and Wisconsin...

• 2013 ACM: Join ACOG in New Orleans

  The 61st Annual Clinical Meeting will be held in New Orleans, May 4–8. Attendees can expect to participate in a wide variety of hands-on courses and educational and interactive sessions...

• Photos: 2012 ADM in Phoenix

  Photos from the 2012 Annual District Meeting in Phoenix...

• ACOG website for your perimenopausal and menopausal patients

  Everything your patients need to know about midlife health is available at their fingertips. Free online resources at menopause.acog.org...

• Free ACOG poster available for ob-gyn offices

  Order this oversized poster developed by ACOG’s Office of Communications for your office today! Email communications@acog.org or call 800-673-8444, ext 2560...

• Calendar of events

  Upcoming events for District VI members: Congressional Leadership Conference, Annual Clinical Meeting, Annual District Meeting, and section meetings...

• List of district and section officers

  Contact your district and section officers in District VI...

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