Ethics CME

Physicians are required to complete 48 credits of continuing medical education every 24 months to maintain the Texas medical license. The credits may be earned in formal and informal CME activities of which two credits in formal CME must be designated for ethics and/or professional responsibility content.

Learn how to self-monitor for states of stress and burnout and implement mindfulness-based stress reduction techniques for your well-being and that of your patients. This workshop will teach appreciative inquiry 4D cycle techniques to utilize during self-appraisal. Attendees will learn resilience strategies for maintaining work-life balance. 3 AMA PRA Cat. 1 • 3 ETHICS • 3 TMLT

Gain access to the experience and expertise of health care attorney Amanda Hill, JD, as she discusses the challenges that put practices at risk, followed by a live Q&A session. 2.5 AMA PRA Cat. 1 • 2.5 ETHICS • 2.5 TMLT

Mismanaged medical records jeopardize patient health and put you in legal hot water. Find out everything you need to know about medical records but were afraid to ask — live instruction and Q&A with the Texas Medical Board’s past staff counsel, Franklin Hopkins. 3.75 AMA PRA Cat. 1 • 3.75 ETHICS • 2.5 TMLT

Although 96 percent of physicians acknowledge that colleagues who have a potentially impairing condition should be reported to relevant authorities, fewer than half disclose this information to anyone. This may result in your colleagues being distressed longer than needed. Attend this conference to learn about proven methods to help physicians, as well as strategies to handle subtle and covert grief in your medical practice. 9 AMA PRA Cat. 1 • 7 ETHICS

Are you thinking about closing or selling your medical practice? Several things need to be taken into account when making a career-changing decision. This book also contains forms, lists, and sample letters to help you follow the law and protect your interests. 3.25 AMA PRA Cat. 1 • 3.25 ETHICS

TMA’s Policies and Procedures guide contains more than 200 up-to-date sample policies and procedures, tools, sample letters, and forms to customize for your practice. This practical, easy-to-use guide is specific to Texas medical practices and Texas law and is based on "best practices" that are vital to running an efficient practice. 8 AMA PRA Cat. 1 • 8 ETHICS • 3 TMLT