September 2024

Still Time to Book Hotel at Group Rate for MOA Annual Autumn Conference in Grand Rapids!

L.V. Eberhard Center on the Grand Valley State University campus in downtown Grand Rapids

Book hotel by Oct. 3 to secure group rate!

Join osteopathic colleagues from around the state to learn about the latest treatments and trends in OMT, AI in medicine, chronic illnesses, and more at the MOA Annual Autumn Conference, held Oct. 25-27 at the L.V. Eberhard Center-Pew Campus, located in beautiful downtown Grand Rapids at 301 West Fulton Street. Conference hotels are in walking distance and nearby attractions include the Gerald R. Ford Museum and the Grand Rapids Public Museum.

Book your hotel by October 3 to take advantage of the group rate! A limited number of rooms are available. Reserve a room by choosing your preferred hotel; the group rate will automatically be applied.

JW Marriott | $229 + tax | (800-971-4762) | Walking Map
Courtyard by Marriott | $159 + tax | (800-321-2211) | Walking Map

Parking discount for overnight guests only. Hotels are a 5-7 minute walk to the Eberhard Center by way of the blue pedestrian bridge. Free parking for daily commuters is available in the Fulton lot.

25 AOA Category 1-A Credits, AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™ anticipated. Pre-register by Oct. 24 to take advantage of discount rates.

If you can't join us in person, the Autumn Conference will be available on demand in the Learning Center beginning Nov. 13, 2024.

Visit www.domoa.org/autumn for more conference information.

In Person

On Demand

MOPAC: This Election Cycle, You Decide If Physicians Get a Voice

As we approach this crucial election, we stand at a pivotal moment for the future of osteopathic medicine in Michigan. Our mission to champion the legislative advancements for osteopathic physicians hinges on your unwavering support and commitment. This is not just another year—it’s a defining moment that demands our collective action.

Donations are essential for us to effectively advocate for the legislative changes needed to support osteopathic physicians in Michigan. With the stakes higher than ever in this election year, your financial contributions enable us to engage directly with lawmakers, support candidates who champion our cause, and mobilize our efforts to push for critical policy advancements. Each donation amplifies our voice and ensures that we have the resources to navigate the complex political landscape, ultimately securing a stronger, more supportive environment for osteopathic medicine in our state. Your support is not just a contribution; it’s an investment in the future of our profession.

Online Donation

Mail-in Donation

Click above to make an online donation through our website.

Click above to download the form to make a mail-in donation.

Michigan Osteopathic Association Council of Interns and Residents Summer BBQ

The Michigan Osteopathic Association Council of Interns and Residents (CIR) hosted a summer BBQ on Saturday, Aug. 24, in Northville, Michigan. The event offered a perfect blend of fun, relaxation, and networking, all complemented by delicious food. Everyone enjoyed the day!

Stay tuned for upcoming events, and don’t forget to follow their Instagram page (@moa.councilofinternsresidents) for updates and highlights!

MOA & MSMS Welcome Medical Students, Residents and Fellows to Attend Wellness Conference

Our Updates on Wellness conference is less than a month away! Seven hours of CME credits are available. Seats are filling up, so get your spot before it's too late. Medical students, residents and fellows are welcome to attend. Contact mbudd@domoa.org to register!

Agenda/Syllabus

Registration

7 AOA Category 1-A Credits, 7 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™

MOA & MSMS Members: $250 | Non-Members: $300

Includes healthy breakfast, lunch & snacks!

Seating is limited, so register today! If you can't join us in person, the Updates on Wellness conference will be available on demand in the Learning Center at CMELearningCenter.com beginning Oct. 16, 2024.

In Person

On Demand

Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (MI LARA) Requirements for Osteopathic Physicians

License Renewal Cycle: 3 years

CME Requirement: 150 hours—a minimum of 60 hours must be earned through MI LARA Category 1 programs and 40 hours must be AOA approved.

Medical Ethics: 1 hour
Implicit Bias Training: 3 hours
Human Trafficking: one-time training
Pain and Symptom Management: 3 hours (1 hour must be on prescribing controlled substances)
Opioid and Controlled Substances Awareness: one-time training

Learn More

DEA registered physicians and practitioners are required to take a one-time, eight-hour training on treating and managing patients with opioid or other substance use disorders. Visit CMELearningCenter.com for Mate Act Training on demand to meet this requirement.

MATE Act Training

Check Your Inbox for 2025 Membership Renewals

Connections. Continuing medical education. Advocacy.

The Michigan Osteopathic Association is here to serve you and support our profession. The 2025 membership renewal notices have been sent via email, so please check your inbox. As a reminder, 80% of your yearly dues can be deducted on your tax returns.

Renew Your Membership

Track Legislation Impacting Osteopathic Profession

The Michigan Osteopathic Association maintains a Council on Government Affairs (CGA) to monitor and report on the issues and legislation that impact our members and their patients.

Click the button below for a table with legislative bills that the CGA has determined could impact osteopathic physicians, health care providers, and patients.

See the Bills

Which Preventive Exams are Covered and Which Are Not?

Preventative exams help you and your physician detect health problems at earlier stages and can aid in preventing serious and costly medical conditions down the road. To learn more about what is considered a preventive exam and what screenings, tests, and other preventive care services are covered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, visit MI Blues Perspectives.

Learn More

All MOA on-demand CME programs are available 24/7/365 at CMELearningCenter.com.

MOA Learning Center delivers over 200 hours of on-demand CME courses, all qualifying for AOA Category 1-A and AMA PRA Category 1-A Credit(s)™to help you meet state licensing requirements.

Featured CME Sessions

Check out these sessions from the 2024 MOA Spring on Demand:

Meditation and Mindfulness Practice in Medicine

The session, hosted by Sarah Denham, D.O., will address what meditation and mindfulness practice actually is and incorporate how to use it yourself and teach to your patients.

Building Your Own Brand

This session, hosted by Mary Sand, Ph.D., will help you understand medical specialties and career pathways for Occupational Health, Preventive Medicine, Public Health, Aerospace Medicine, Correctional Medicine, and Undersea Medicine.

View the Sessions

MOA honors the contributions of these recently deceased osteopathic physicians from our D.O. family. Thank you for your dedication to caring for patients, advancing research and treatments, and improving health.

Cheryl J. Sales, D.O. | Sept. 14, 2024

Dr. Sales was a Life Professional who joined MOA in 1980.

Link to local obituary

Thomas H. Allum, D.O. | Oct. 30, 2023

Dr. Allum was a Life Professional who joined MOA in 1969.

Link to local obituary

Richard L. Kulick, D.O. | June 29, 2024

Dr. Kulick was a Life Professional who joined MOA in 1963.

Link to local obituary

David Swayze, D.O. | April 18, 2024

Dr. Swazye was a Life Professional who joined MOA in 1961.

Link to local obituary