OCMS Digital Newsletter - November 2022

The OCMS E-Newsletter is a quarterly publication highlighting major medical, public health, and community issues affecting physician and medical student leaders in Oakland County. Distribution is a unique benefit of membership.

Reference to any specific product, process, or service, or the use of any trade, firm, or corporation name is for the information and convenience of members and does not constitute medical advice, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by Oakland County Medical Society.

Newly elected President, Gary Sarafa, MD addresses the members in his acceptance speech.

OCMS Elects New President

at Annual Membership Meeting



Members of OCMS recently elected Gary Sarafa, MD for OCMS 2022-2023 President. Dr. Sarafa is a Board-Certified Family Physician and is principal of Avalon Physician Services. He has been serving on the Board of Directors since 2008 and as president, his vision for OCMS is to create a home away from home for physicians, so they can find solitude in conversation, education, and efficiencies with their colleagues.

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Members enjoyed visiting and conversation before the annual meeting.

Keynote speaker, Davin Salvagno, CEO of PurposePoint, presented the impact of purpose and pursuing your mission.

Niru Prasad, MD received the 2002 OCMS Community Service Volunteer of the Year Award.


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Are you looking to become more involved in OCMS activities?

Are you interested in expanding your network of peers?


Participation in a committee is a great way to meet your peers and to show your support and interest in your area of practice. Listed are a few committees that have open positions.


Delegation Commitee - House of Delegates

The Delegation Committee comprises of OCMS physician members from throughout Oakland County who serve as the county’s representatives to the Michigan State Medical Society’s (MSMS) physician governing body. This governing body of physicians meets annually to determine the policies, financial priorities, and positions of the state medical society. The OCMS’ Delegation meets in the months of January and February to determine which policies and priorities it believes MSMS should pursue in the coming year. The delegation then lobbies its positions at the annual statewide meeting. The delegation also supports and campaigns for candidates running for state and local positions within the leadership of the Michigan State Medical Society. If you are interested in serving on the Delegation Committee, contact Romy Shubitowski at rshubitowski@ocms-mi.org.


Medical/Legal Committee

The Medical/Legal Committee is composed of both physicians and attorneys who deal with inter-professional relationships and matters of concern to both professional groups. The mission of the committee is to foster and advance the relationship between the legal and medical professions in Oakland County, to improve the public's and courts’ understanding of the laws that affect the practice of medicine, and to foster awareness of relevant news and legislation through open discussion and the presentment of speakers. The committee meets virtually the first Thursday of each month at 7:45 am. For more information, contact Romy Shubitowski at rshubitowski@ocms-mi.org.

Health Equity Committee

The Health Equity Commitee addresses health equity in Oakland County. The goal of the committee is to understand and address the barriers to health equity. For more information contact Romy Shubitowski at rshubitowski@ocms-mi.org.

Upcoming Events

Click here to register for the Financial Planning Bootcamp (registration still open)
To register your Practice Administrator contact Stephanie Lafata at: slafata@ocms-mi.org 

Implicit Bias Training


The MSMS Foundation worked with state-wide experts in diversity and equity on a brand-new two-part monthly series, titled, “Reducing Unconscious Bias - an Imperative (RUBI): Foundation and Impacts on Patient Care."  To meet the implicit bias requirement, physicians will need to complete Part 1 and Part 2 to receive 1.5 AMA PRA Category Credit(s)™. 

Click here to register for a November training session

It's Time to Renew Your Membership


Free CME for your

OCMS/MSMS Membership if you

renew by November 30th



All physicians who pay their 2023 dues in full by November 30th will receive a $100 coupon towards a CME course at an MSMS education session and a $50 discount towards your OCMS dues, to pay online go to MSMS.org/Renew. If you need further assistance, contact Romy Shubitowski at: rshubitowski@ocms-mi.org.

THANK YOU FOR YOUR MEMBERSHIP AND SUPPORT of OCMS

The Oakland County Medical Society has been one of the leading physician medical associations for legislative action and community outreach since 1831. OCMS works together with the Michigan State Medical Society to optimize patient, physician, and community well-being through professional support; public health activism; and advocacy for excellence in patient care.

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