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Welcome to the first edition of a new system provider newsletter, Corewell Health MedLines – a provider-focused newsletter which includes high-level updates, recognition, wellness programs, educational opportunities and more.
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Providers who e-prescribe controlled substances must enroll in Imprivata ID Corewell Health West: Enrollment deadline is April 29Corewell Health East: Enrollment deadline is May 3Important reminder: East providers must recover their password prior to enrolling.
Expect changes to Tableau dashboards after One Epic implementation The One Epic Ecosystem will impact all Tableau dashboards that rely on clinical data from the legacy Epic instances. Learn about accessing Tableau Dashboards on Corewell Health intranet, The Well.
Displaying credentials on badgesCorewell Health South and Corewell Health West physicians who wish to have their “Dr.” designation added to their badge can visit the nearest security office to receive a replacement, free of charge.
More news:
Corewell Health East team members recover your network password nowRecover your network password by using the password self-service portal. Anyone who does not have a synchronized network password will be unable to log in to the network.New process: Outpatient imaging orders improve patient experience and safetyEffective April 15, the Corewell Health Access Center must receive a valid order prior to scheduling outpatient imaging procedures. This new process applies to all outpatient imaging orders for practices that are unable to send orders through Epic.Change to Clinical Service Desk hours Effective April 1 to May 3, the Clinical Service Desk Hours will be 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Save the Date: Corewell Health East Physician Appreciation Golf Outing, Aug. 5All physicians, residents and fellows affiliated with Corewell Health East hospitals are invited to attend. Advanced registration for the Aug. 5 event is required to participate in golf, activities, lunch or dinner.
One Epic Ecosystem for the South region Go-live is April 21. Please review the overview and actions to take, and visit the OEE Orchard on the The Well.2024 Lakeland Care Network Annual Board Meeting May 7, 6 - 7 p.m.Learn more about value-based contracting. Join via Zoom.Required: Corewell Health South General Medical Staff MeetingMay 15, networking and appetizers, 5:15 p.m., meeting begins, 6 p.m.Frederick S. Upton Education Center, 1234 Napier Avenue, St. JosephMedical Staff members are required to attend in person and will receive CME credit. There will not be a virtual attendance option. RSVP by Sunday, May 5.
Distinguished Physician Society nominations due April 30 Nominate a Corewell Health West physician who has exemplified leadership, community advocacy, compassion and progress in the field of medicine. Place a nomination on The Well.Brian R. Lane Clinical Scholars Program deadline is May 10Corewell Health Medical Group physicians, APPs and investigators are invited to apply to the Lane Clinical Scholars Program on The Well to pursue high-level clinical research in cancer studies.Provider Advisory Subcommittee recognitionCongratulations to the following team members recognized by PASC:Stephanie Cunningham Leslie KearfottDr. Allison Close Dr. Steven RivardDr. Anthony Foster Dr. Matt Rausch
Laboratory News
Kathleen Rollinger, D.O., named 2024 Family Physician of the Year by the ACOFPCorewell Health Beaumont Family Medicine, Grosse Pointe
Sharon Deskins, M.D., on the power of storytelling and connectionCorewell Health Primary Care Royalton, St. Joseph
Stephen Fitch, M.D., named a Gift of Life Michigan ChampionCorewell Health Medical Group Pulmonary, Grand Rapids
Celebrating our shared humanityIn March, we celebrated our doctors with feature stories to highlight their passions in and outside of work. Visit the Doctors' Day page on The Well or Physician Spotlights and Features to read about your colleagues across the state.
A new FDA-approved device may help reduce high blood pressure in patientsRecently approved by the FDA, Medtronic Symplicity Spyral™ Renal Denervation system is a minimally invasive device for patients with uncontrolled hypertension and comorbidities. Practical and Progressive Updates in Primary Care MedicineApril 1 to May 31Earn CME credits at your own pace through virtual, on-demand lectures on a host of family and internal medicine topics. Register by May 15.Patient Experience Week SpeakersApril 29 to May 3Earn CME credits and hear from speakers from across the country who inspire exceptional patient experience. Visit PX Week 2024 for details on The Well. William Davidson Medical Education WeekMay 13-17Corewell Health William Beaumont University HospitalEarn CME credits by learning about innovative research and advancements in medical education at Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine. Register here.More CME: CHE CHS CHW
Just launched: Together, we can all BeWellA new BeWell virtual center of excellence houses well-being programs, resources, tools and information available to all Corewell Health team members and Medical Group providers.In case you missed it: Doctors’ Day Story Slam video recordingIn honor of Doctors’ Day, hear stories from across the system on the impact of medicine on the personal lives of our physicians and clinicians. Visit The Well.
Corewell Health uses virtual and augmented reality in neurosurgery.
Loren B. Hamel, M.D., retiring as president of Corewell Health South.
Corewell Health among first in U.S. to use novel treatment for atrial fibrillation.
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