Government Shutdown: What Physicians Need to Know

During the federal government shutdown, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is operating with reduced staffing, with 47% of its workforce furloughed. As a result, slowdowns and suspensions can be expected of agency activities such as facility surveys, policy development, contract oversight, outreach, and beneficiary casework.

Trump Administration Extinguishes Federal Noncompete Rule

On Sept. 5, 2025, the Trump Administration abandoned the defense of the federal noncompete ban, thereby killing the rule. The rule, if implemented, would have banned most noncompete agreements from employment contracts. Noncompete agreements for new employees would have been prohibited and existing noncompete agreements would have been allowed only for senior executives.

Honoring Excellence: The 2025 PAMED Awards

Last week in Latrobe, PAMED had the pleasure of celebrating the remarkable achievements of the 2025 Top Physicians Under 40. It was an honor to celebrate this group of physicians recognized for their exceptional dedication to patient care, leadership, and innovation in medicine. Congratulations to the honorees, and thank you to all who joined us to celebrate their achievements!

Have someone in mind for 2026? Nominations for 2026 Awards are now open! Nominate an inspiring colleague for our prestigious awards, including the Distinguished Service Award, Top Physicians Under 40, and the Physician Award for International Voluntary Service. Submit your nominations by Feb. 16, 2026.

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PAMED Supports Safeguards to Vaccine Access and Public Health in Pennsylvania

This week, PAMED Vice President Edward P. Balaban, DO, FACP, FASCO joined the governor's office at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to advocate for vaccines and other evidence-based practices to protect public health. As federal guidelines evolve, PAMED supports legislative measures that require private insurers and Medicaid to cover FDA-approved vaccines recommended by leading medical societies.

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PAMED Supports SB 125 to Restore Fairness in Medical Malpractice Venue Selection

Earlier this week Senator Cris Dush (Cameron County) introduced Senate Bill (SB) 125. SB 125 is a Joint Resolution to provide amendments to the Pennsylvania Constitution to give the Pennsylvania General Assembly the authority to legislate venue and pass laws that can return common sense to venue selection in Pennsylvania.

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2025 House of Delegates Updates

The Reference Committee Reports & Candidate Election information are now available on the HOD homepage. Now is the time to begin caucusing with your delegation! If you’re looking to make any amendments to a resolution during business at the HOD, please complete the long amendment form to have your wording ready should House Business call for you to propose the amendment.

Don't miss your section's annual business meetings in October!

All meetings are listed on the individual special section page and listed below. These meetings are an opportunity to connect with physicians in your demographic and discuss resolutions and business ahead of the House of Delegates meeting!

Early Career Physician Section: Tuesday, Oct. 7 at 7:30 p.m.
Residents & Fellows Section: Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m.
Medical Student Section: Monday, Oct. 13, at 6:30 p.m.
International Medical Graduate Section: Monday, Oct. 13 at 7:00 p.m.
Women Physicians Section: Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 7:00 p.m.
Independent Practice Physicians Section: Wednesday, Oct. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

See yourself in leadership? PAMED Special Sections elections are still open for a variety of positions. Check out the special sections webpage and complete the nomination form by Oct. 5.

Senior Physician Caucus Meeting

The next Senior Physician Caucus virtual meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, Oct. 8 at 6:30 p.m. We’ll hear from our Senior Caucus Leaders, discuss the 2025 House of Delegates (HOD) Reference Committee Reports, and explore opportunities to connect and engage during the HOD.

Bridging Medicine & Law: Joint Medical/Legal Conference

The Pennsylvania Medical Society and Pennsylvania Bar Association are joining together to host an educational conference designed for attorneys and physicians to learn together.

📅 Wednesday, Nov. 12, 2025

⌚ 8:00 a.m. — 5:00 p.m.

📍 Commonwealth Charter Academy, Harrisburg, PA

💵 PAMED Members: $129 ($249 for non-members)

📢 Keynote Speaker: Hon. David W. Sunday, Jr., Esq., Pennsylvania Attorney General