Giving That Fuels Physician Advocacy

In this special episode PAMED Talks, hosted by The Foundation of the Pennsylvania Medical Society, we explore the power of giving and its role in strengthening the medical community. Donna Rovito, Board Trustee of The Foundation, shares her experiences advocating as a physician family member and the impact of year-end giving. She also reflects on her journey in advocacy and why supporting physician families is more important than ever!

A Champion for Public Health: PAMED Distinguished Service Award

Richard Wender, MD, a trailblazer in public health and family medicine, was named the 2025 recipient of PAMED’s Distinguished Service Award and highest honor. With more than four decades of clinical practice and leadership, Dr. Wender has dedicated his career to advancing primary care, championing health equity, and transforming cancer prevention on both local and national levels.

As the Robert G. Dunlop Professor and Chair of Family Medicine and Community Health at the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine, Dr. Wender has led initiatives that have reshaped care delivery. Under his leadership, Penn launched its first Addiction Medicine fellowship, expanded residency programs, and rolled out a community-based COVID vaccination campaign. His department has also secured significant funding to address health disparities and strengthen public health infrastructure.

“Being a physician is a privilege,” he shared. “And being trusted in leadership positions has given me the chance to have even greater influence.”

Join the next IPPS Meeting

The Independent Practice Physician Section (IPPS) will meet on Wednesday, Dec. 17 at 7:30 p.m. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow independent practice physicians and section leaders as they share a 2025 HOD recap, insights from the 2026 Governing Council, and important committee and PAMED updates.

2026 Year-Round Leadership Academy

Enrollment for the 2026 Year-Round Leadership Academy is now open! This program helps physicians build essential leadership skills through online courses, in-person sessions, and hands-on projects. Earn CME, explore pathways to advanced degrees, and connect with peers and experts as you grow into the leader your organization needs. Register by Feb. 16, 2026.

Scholarships are available for eligible individuals to help offset program costs. The deadline to apply for scholarship consideration is Feb. 1, 2026.

State Board of Medicine Education and Volunteer Services (proposed rulemaking)-Request for Public Comment

State Board of Osteopathic Medicine Education and Volunteer Services (proposed rulemaking) Request for Public Comment

Patient Safety Authority and Department of Health Draft of Updated Guidance on MCARE Act Reporting Requirements for Acute Healthcare Facilities

Patient Safety Authority and Department of Health Final Recommendations to Mitigate Risk of Harm Related to Shoulder Dystocia

Department of Human Services Addition of Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services to the Medicaid State Plan and Medical Assistance Program Fee Schedule

State Board of Pharmacy Child Abuse Reporting Requirements



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