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SUMMARY:Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine — Lecture: How Freedom Enriches Medicine and Life
DESCRIPTION:Please join us  for a late afternoon lecture over soft drinks to hear Dr. Richard B. Gunderman discuss how freedom in medicine directly affects our quality of life. Exactly how does freedom enrich life\, of which medicine is just one aspect? Dr. Gunderman is Chancellor’s Professor of Radiology\, Pediatrics\, Medical Education\, Philosophy\, Liberal Arts\, Philanthropy\, and Medical Humanities and Health Studies at Indiana University. We think he’ll have some thought-provoking things to say.[NOTE: This event takes place in the Eastern time zone.] \nPlease share this event with your colleagues\, friends and family. All are welcome\, and we look forward to seeing you here. \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY:\nDr. Gunderman spoke on two different perspectives from which to view medicine: one from Jean-Jacques Rousseau\, and another from Soren Keirkegaard. After his 50-minute talk\, he took questions and discussion for another 25 minutes. It was a well-presented lecture\, providing new ways to think about medicine. All the students attending were very engaged and seemed to really enjoy it. \nI think this lecture was the best we have had so far for our Chapter. In all honesty\, this lecture should be in every medical school curriculum. It really made all the students think about why they were in medicine\, and [look] at two completely different ways to view medicine. ~Trenton Schmale\, President\, BRI-Marian Chapter \n \n(As an interesting side note\, comparing bureaucratic mandates when one is forced to purchase versus when one is free to make purchasing choices\, Trenton continued: “We were able to provide food for the event funded by the BRI national office. The best part was because this wasn’t money from the student government\, we didn’t have to use the school catering company. This allowed us to get more food\, of better quality\, at an enormously cheaper price.” Yes\, freedom works in ALL areas.) \nCOMMENT: […] Dr. Richard Gunderman’s lecture\, “Freedom Enriches Medicine\,” attendees learned about two different perspectives through which to view medicine: that of […]
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/marian-university-college-of-osteopathic-medicine-lecture-how-freedom-enriches-medicine-and-life/
LOCATION:Marian University College of Osteopathic Medicine\, Michael A. Evans Center for Health Sciences\, EC104/105\, 3200 Cold Spring Road\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker | Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Trenton Schmale":MAILTO:tschmale401@marian.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150519T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150519T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
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SUMMARY:St. Louis University School of Medicine — Lecture: How Prepaid Health Management Could Prevent Medicare Bankruptcy
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This event takes place in EASTERN time zone. \nDr. Charles Willey\, physician and CEO of Innovare Health Advocates will discuss the numerous healthcare businesses he has created and managed in the St. Louis area for almost 30 years. Specifically\, we will discuss how he works with Medicare Advantage patients to keep them happy and healthy\, all while operating at a fraction of the average cost. Dr. Willey’s business model shows that keeping patients healthy saves them money\, which makes them all the more happy — this is true “healthcare.” You can read his testimony “Oversight of IRS’s Legal Basis for Expanding Obamacares’s Taxes and Subsidies” before the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Energy Policy\, Health Care and Entitlements. \nThere is no cost to attend this event\, and refreshments will be served. \nPARKING: Hickory East Garage\n3424 Hickory Street\nSt. Louis\, MO 63104 \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: \nTwenty-five students enjoyed some local BBQ while listening to Dr. Charles Willey give a presentation about his career. One of his take home messages was that we need more physician leaders in the business of healthcare. Dr. Willey emphasized that physicians are in the best position to understand and improve patients’ health\, including their financial health involving medical expenditures. \nAfter graduating from medical school and practicing as an Internist\, Dr. Willey took leadership roles which enabled him to see the inefficiencies in our healthcare system. Due to his frustrations\, he started an insurance company\, invented an electronic prescription writer\, and began to reorganize his approach to healthcare. Dr. Willey began to truly understand that healthy patients are less expensive to care for than sick patients\, and so started investing in more personal relationships with his patients and employees\, emphasizing preventative care. Dr. Willey explained that as he tried to help his patients and employees stay happy\, healthy\, and active\, he was forced to become more politically active as well. The heavy burden of regulations that come with the Affordable Care Act have made it increasingly hard for Dr. Willey to give his patients and employees the care and benefits that they need and want. \nBy the end of the presentation\, students had chosen to miss 20 minutes of their next class to listen and ask questions. Dr. Willey gladly stayed after for this discussion period and passed out reading material summarizing the basic ideals foundational to his successful businesses and clinics. He also provided a print copy of his article\, “One Doctor’s Prescription To Cut Health Care Costs.” Dr. Willey encouraged us to stay in contact\, and BRI-St. Louis University Chapter plans to have him return for another presentation or BRI event.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/st-louis-university-school-of-medicine-lecture-how-prepaid-health-management-could-prevent-medicare-bankruptcy/
LOCATION:SLU\, Learning Resource Center 110-111\, Saint Louis University School of Nursing\, 3525 Caroline Street\, Saint Louis\, MO\, 63104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker | Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="John Flo":MAILTO:flojd@slu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150601T184500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150601T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
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SUMMARY:Dartmouth — Debate: Physician Aid in Dying — Should it Be Legal? 3 Viewpoints
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This event takes place in the Eastern Time Zone. \nA pre-event cheese and crackers reception begins at 6:45 pm. \nPlease join us for an evening of lively\, thought-provoking debate as we look at three views on physician aid in dying. What are the moral\, ethical\, and medical ramifications of the question? How do we take care of the dying in a way that supports their and their family’s wishes\, while observing the many religious and scientific aspects of these decisions? Ultimately\, who decides — the patient\, the family\, the society\, or the physician? \nWe are proud to present three distinguished experts on the matter: \n  Dr. Ronald Green\, Professor of Religion/Dartmouth\,   Peter Schwartz\, Retired Chairman of the Board of the Ayn Rand Institute\, and   Dr. Robert Macauley\, Professor of Pediatrics\, University of Vermont College of Medicine. \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: This event went really well —  especially as the first large event for the BRI-Dartmouth Chapter. The topic choice was a success in that it attracted people interested in the intersection of medicine and ethics\, including from the medical school and the ethics department at Dartmouth Hitchcock hospital. The mix of viewpoints that we invited was a strong point. We had one speaker against physician aid in dying and two for it\, but the two for it had enough differences in the underlying reasons that there was still plenty of variety. \nThe moderator (Jared Rhoads\, MPH’16\, creator of healthpolicy.tv) gave introduced the topic\, made all of the typical “housekeeping” announcements\, and introduced each speaker. Each speaker was given 12 minutes to do an opening statement from the lectern. This was followed by a round of responses\, which was tricky with a three-person format. We didn’t spend too much time on that\, and shortly moved on to audience Q&A. There were some passionate voices in the audience (and some lengthy comments) but there weren’t any inappropriate speeches or hostile questions. \nWe were very pleased with the turnout from the faculty\, the general Dartmouth community\, and medical students. Unfortunately\, there weren’t many undergrads there\, which was a little disappointing. \nEveryone enjoyed the pre-event refreshments and networking time.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/dartmouth-debate-physician-aid-in-dying-should-it-be-legal-3-viewpoints/
LOCATION:Dartmouth\, Filene Auditorium\, Moore Hall\, Maynard Street\, Hanover\, NH\, 03755\, United States
CATEGORIES:Debate
ORGANIZER;CN="Jared Rhoads":MAILTO:jared.m.rhoads.gr@dartmouth.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150621T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150621T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
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SUMMARY:Yuri Maltsev\, Economist: Healthcare in the Soviet Union — Wine & Cheese presentation
DESCRIPTION:Patrick and Mary Peterson\, Beth Haynes and the Benjamin Rush Institute invite you to join an intimate (30 guests maximum)\, convivial gathering\, to sample fine wines and cheeses and meet other free market friends. You will also hear our special guest\, “the last Soviet Defector\,” Yuri Malstev speak about the dangers of socialized medicine. Yuri will offer some brief remarks on his experiences with socialized medicine in the Soviet Union as well as some key points toward a better system from an Austrian free market ideas perspective. Hosted at the beautiful Half Moon Bay Wine & Cheese\, this promises to be a memorable evening. We can’t imagine a better place for free market dads to be on Father’s Day! \n \nAssuming that Obamacare will either be declared unconstitutional (at least a large part of it) by the Supreme court in the last week in June\, or that it will simply fail from its own inefficiencies\, costs and contradictions\, what will come next?  The two clear but opposite paths for healthcare need some more consideration: socialized or free market. \nYou have a unique opportunity to enjoy\, in a sophisticated setting\, the wit and wisdom of someone greatly familiar with both paths\, from personal historical experience in Soviet Russia as well as logical\, but realistic\, Austrian free market economic theory. \nEconomics Professor Yuri Maltsev has taught at Carthage College in Kenosha\, Wisconsin since 1991. He earned his B.A. and M.A. degrees at Moscow State University\, and his Ph.D. in Labor Economics at the Institute of Labor Research in Moscow\, Russia. Before defecting to the United States in 1989\, he was a member of a senior Soviet economics team that worked on President Gorbachev’s reforms package of perestroika. Prof. Maltsev was a Senior Fellow at the United States Institute of Peace in Washington\, D.C.\, a federal research agency. \nProf. Maltsev has also appeared on CNN\, Financial Network News\, PBS Newshour\, C-Span\, Fox News\, CBC\, and other American and international television and radio programs. He has lectured at leading universities\, corporations\, banks\, colleges\, churches\, schools\, and community centers all over the world\, and is renowned for his wry humor and poignant stories. He has authored five books and hundreds of articles in U.S. and foreign publications.  His special insights come from his study of the great Austrian as well as other free market economists\, which he discovered amazingly\, while still in the Soviet Union. \nThe book Requiem for Marx\, edited and with an introduction by Maltsev\, will be available for purchase and autographing. 
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/yuri-maltsev-economist-healthcare-in-the-soviet-union-wine-cheese-presentation/
LOCATION:Half Moon Bay Wine & Cheese\, 421 Main Street\, Half Moon Bay\, CA\, 94019\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Speaker | Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Patrick & Mary Peterson%2C Beth Haynes & BRI":MAILTO:patrickpeterson2@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150624T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150624T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T170157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T170157Z
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SUMMARY:The Heritage Foundation—Panel Discussion: The ICD-10’s Costly and Complex Burden  on Doctors and Patients
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This event takes place EST. \nWe strongly encourage you to attend this panel discussion on the new ICD-10 regulations coming imminently to doctors and physicians throughout healthcare. Sponsored by The Heritage Foundation\, a long-time BRI ally and partner in the fight to preserve the doctor-patient relationship\, the panel features Dr. Robert Moffit\, a favorite speaker in BRI’s Speakers Bureau\, and BRI’s very own student leader and past Heritage Foundation Intern\, John Grimsley (BRI-Georgetown)\, who has contributed enormously to this discussion\, and others. \nOn October 1\, 2015\, a new standardized system of classifying disease\, the ICD-10\, will be imposed on practicing physicians and others in the health care sector. Since the 1980s\, the U.S. has conflated the disparate goals of research and reimbursement by linking the ICD codes to payments for health care. This unwise policy will be compounded by replacing the current ICD-9 with the newer and vastly more complex ICD-10. Adoption of the ICD-10 comes with significant costs and trade-offs. This unfunded mandate not only perpetuates a misguided policy decision that confuses the disparate goals of research and reimbursement\, but also adds significant financial and administrative burdens on physicians and other health care providers. \nJoin us as our panelists discuss their research and insight on this critical issue.\nFeaturing \nStephen F. Hayes \nColumnist\, The Weekly Standard  \nModerating a Discussion with\nJohn Grimsley \nM.D. Candidate\, Georgetown University\, Class of 2018 \nGerald Harmon\, M.D. \nAmerican Medical Association Trustee\, Board of Trustees \nJohn S. O’Shea\, M.D. \nSenior Fellow\, Health Policy Studies\, The Heritage Foundation \nHosted by\nRobert E. Moffit\, Ph.D. \nSenior Research Fellow\, Center for Health Policy Studies\, The Heritage Foundation
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/the-heritage-foundation-panel-discussion-the-icd-10s-costly-and-complex-burden-on-doctors-and-patients/
LOCATION:The Heritage Foundation\, Lehrman Auditorium\, 214 Massachusetts Avenue Northeast\, Washington\, DC\, 20002\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Panel or Discussion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150709T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150709T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170627T105812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T105812Z
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SUMMARY:The Doctor's Lounge Radio — INTERVIEW with Dr. Richard Armstrong
DESCRIPTION:07/09/15 Guest Dr. Richard Armstrong\, BRI board member and Docs4PatientCare Foundation treasurer\nJoin host Dr. Michael Koriwchak and his guest Dr. Richard Armstrong\, Treasurer of the Docs 4 Patient Care Foundation\, steps into the Doctor’s Lounge this Thursday to discuss our first calling.\nhttp://www.americaswebradio.com/podcasts/DoctorsLoungeJuly09.2015.mp3
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/the-doctors-lounge-radio-interview-with-dr-richard-armstrong-5/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Media event: radio, tv, podcast interview, etc.
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150720
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150727
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T170638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T170638Z
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SUMMARY:Summit at the Summit: Keystone\, CO July 20 - 26\, 2015
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Beth Haynes\, BRI executive director was invited to be a speaker. She presented: “The State of Health Policy Education at American Medical Schools.” \nLet My Doctor Practice is a movement founded by United Physicians and Surgeons of America (UPSA) to restore the voice of the doctor to the practice of medicine. We believe in the sanctity of the doctor-patient relationship\, the autonomy to practice medicine without restraint imposed by overreaching government and corporate entities\, and\, above all\, that patient care and safety should never be compromised. Together\, we will unite our voices to restore the practice of medicine to those who actually practice medicine. \nHeld in beautiful Keystone\, Colorado\, many of our favorite speakers and doctors (including Dr. Beth Haynes\, BRI Executive Director) will be convening to take decisive steps to restore commonsense to American healthcare. This is a conference you won’t want to miss if your future as a healthcare professional and your patients are important to you. \nLet your voice be heard at the Summit at the Summit: Conference and Interactive Webcast—A National Grand Rounds on the State of American Medicine July 20-26\, 2015 in Keystone\, Colorado.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/summit-at-the-summit-keystone-co-july-20-26-2015/
LOCATION:Keystone Resort\, Keystone\, CO\, 1200 Co Road 8\, Keystone\, CO\, 80435\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Michael Strickland":MAILTO:unitedphysiciansandsurgeons@gmail.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150801
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150802
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170625T201244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170625T201244Z
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SUMMARY:AAPP Conference Summer 2015
DESCRIPTION:BRI sponsored 10 students to attend this conference. They wrote about their experiences. you can read their articles here. \nAAPP- American Association of Private Physicians
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/aapp-conference-summer-2015/
LOCATION:San Diego\, CA\, USA\, San Diego\, CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150806T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150806T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170627T105633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T105633Z
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SUMMARY:The Doctor's Lounge Radio — INTERVIEW with Sally Pipes of the Pacific Research Foundation
DESCRIPTION:08/06/15 Guest Sally Pipes\, founder of the Pacific Research Institute\, and BRI originator\nJoin host Dr. Koriwchak and guest Sally Pipes as she steps into the Doctor’s Lounge to brief us on the data behind several national editorials she recently authored. Medicaid turns 50 this year. Costing a $1 billion in 1965\, the program now costs taxpayers nearly $500 billion a year. And its costs are projected to increase by almost 7 percent a year through 2023. – Medicaid Poverty Trap is growing worse – New York Post\nhttp://www.americaswebradio.com/podcasts/DoctorsLoungeAug06.2015.mp3
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/the-doctors-lounge-radio-interview-with-sally-pipes-of-the-pacific-research-foundation/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Media event: radio, tv, podcast interview, etc.
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T173851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T173851Z
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SUMMARY:Marian University — CALL OUT MEETING with Dr. Gunderman
DESCRIPTION:We will be having our 1st meeting of the new year. We plan on giving an overview of what the Benjamin Rush Institute is\, what we expect to accomplish this year\, and vote on a new 1st year officer to help coordinate schedules. \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: Five interested students and officers joined us to find out more about BRI. We have already begun planning events and activities for the coming fall semester and look forward to building a robust BRI-Marian chapter.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/marian-university-call-out-meeting-with-dr-gunderman/
LOCATION:Michael A. Evans Center for Health Sciences EC126\, 3200 Cold Spring Road\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46222\, United States
CATEGORIES:BRI General Interest | Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Trenton Schmale":MAILTO:tschmale401@marian.edu
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150823
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T174106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T174106Z
UID:11820-1440115200-1440287999@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Free Market Medical Association (FMMA) 2nd Annual Conference Aug. 21-22\, 2015
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This takes place in the Central Time Zone\, and runs 11am to 9pm both days. \nDisruptive Changes: Treating Patients Better and Faster with Transparent Prices and a Free Market Philosophy\nOnce again\, the FMMA conference will be led by free market trailblazers\, like Jay Kempton and Dr. Keith Smith\, and in this — its 2nd year — conference organizers and attendees look forward to contributions by second- and third-generation free market converts\, as well as from some of the cutting edge\, free market entrepreneurs who are already accelerating current changes. \nTen (10) BRI students were granted BRI scholarships to attend FMMA’s first conference in 2014 and were extremely positive about the impact the Conference had on their thinking about healthcare policy. Click on the link to read their experiences.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/free-market-medical-association-fmma-2nd-annual-conference-aug-21-22-2015/
LOCATION:Skirvin Hotel\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 1 Park Avenue\, Oklahoma City\, OK\, 73102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Conference
ORGANIZER;CN="Charles Sauer":MAILTO:Charles@MarketMedicine.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150826T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T174516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T174516Z
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SUMMARY:Medical College of Wisconsin — BRI Milk & Cookies Meet 'n Greet: Introductory meeting
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome to join us for milk and cookies and find out about Benjamin Rush Institute (BRI). BRI is a long-established student-led group at MCW. BRI’s mission is: Promote solutions that protect the doctor-patient relationship as the primary means of delivering quality medical care\, empowered by a robust free enterprise system\, which fosters innovation and reduces costs. BRI is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to enlarging the discussion about healthcare solutions. \nMilk & cookies will be provided; RSVPs are appreciated! \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: Thanks to the more than 40 MCW students who came to find out about BRI over milk and cookies\, and for signing up for our national newsletter. We welcome everyone’s participation and input and look forward to having a great year of events here at MCW.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/medical-college-of-wisconsin-bri-milk-cookies-meet-n-greet-introductory-meeting/
LOCATION:Medical College of Wisconsin\, 8701 W Watertown Plank Rd\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:BRI General Interest | Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Tabakin":MAILTO:mtabakin@mcw.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T174735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T174735Z
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SUMMARY:St. Louis University School of Medicine—BRI Welcome Meeting and Introductory Talk with Dr. Kamal Gursahani
DESCRIPTION:POST-EVENT SUMMARY: Thirty-four (34) students and faculty attended our BRI Welcome lunch and listened to BRI Faculty Adviser Dr. Kamal Gursahani\, MD\, MBA and Assistant Professor of Surgery. Dr. Gursahani opened the meeting with a short talk about leadership. She mentioned the importance of taking an active role in education and the medical industry in general. Dr. Gursahani praised BRI for our role in providing clarity — or at least a balanced perspective — on many of the issues going on in healthcare today. \nFollowing Dr. Gursahani\, John Flo\, BRI-St. Louis President\, gave a short powerpoint presentation summarizing BRI. Mr. Flo spoke about who Dr. Benjamin Rush was\, BRI’s guiding principles\, what BRI-SLU accomplished last year\, and what they hope to accomplish in the coming year. John emphasized the educational and professional development opportunities that come from BRI membership\, and also encouraged students to think about leadership. \nFollowing the presentation\, Mr. Flo answered students’ questions and talked to several MS1’s about applying for officer positions. He reported that students were much more engaged and excited about these topics than he expected\, and attendance also was higher than he anticipated. It is clear that there is a demand for open dialogue and discussion about healthcare solutions on medical school campuses. \nTESTIMONIALS from Saint Louis University students: \n“I really enjoyed learning about who Benjamin Rush was\, because I always wondered why the group was named after him.” \n“The ‘Wait Till It’s Free’ documentary sounds very interesting! I look forward to hearing their perspective on the British healthcare system.” \n———— \nNOTE: This event takes place in the Central Time Zone. \nEveryone is welcome to come find out about Benjamin Rush Institute\, a non-profit\, non-partisan 501(c)3 organization dedicated to promoting solutions that protect the doctor-patient relationship as the primary means of delivering quality medical care empowered by a robust free enterprise system\, which fosters innovation and reduces costs. Our Faculty Adviser\, Dr. Kamal Gursahani\, will speak about BRI’s positive impact on the healthcare debate and the importance of leadership in education. \nPapa John’s pizza will be served for lunch. RSVPs are appreciated.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/st-louis-university-school-of-medicine-bri-welcome-meeting-and-introductory-talk-with-dr-kamal-gursahani/
LOCATION:Schwitalla Hall\, Lecture Hall #1\, Saint Louis University\, 1402 S Grand Blvd\, St Louis\, MO\, 63104\, United States
CATEGORIES:BRI General Interest | Social
ORGANIZER;CN="John Flo":MAILTO:flojd@slu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T174959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T174959Z
UID:11830-1441713600-1441717200@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:The Ohio State University Medical Center (OSUMC) — Meeting: Welcome & Introduction to BRI
DESCRIPTION:POST-EVENT SUMMARY: Twenty-two (22) OSUMC students attended the BRI Welcome Event on campus. Over lunch\, they listened to presentations by Brennan Wright\, BRI-OSUMC President\, Nic Miller\, BRI-OSUMC Co-President\, and Linda Pan\, BRI-OSUMC Vice President. Brennan welcomed everyone to the event and introduced BRI. Linda then spoke about the different opportunities within BRI\, including the opportunity to attend different types of local and national meetings and conferences\, and making connections with professionals and other medical students. Nic Miller then related his experience about participating with BRI over the past few years\, and explained the reasons for some of the financial problems currently in healthcare. \nBrennan then spoke about the importance of price transparency and Surgery Center of Oklahoma’s success with this model\, which led to a great discussion about the extrapolation of transparency principles\, and whether these ideas are possible everywhere — even in emergency settings. Linda finished up with a detailed introduction to direct primary care and concierge medicine\, which generated a thoughtful discussion about its effectiveness. We also discussed our current “insurance” and how it differs from what most of us at the meeting consider “insurance” (more catastrophic). \nOverall\, it was a well-attended\, thought-provoking\, and educational event! \n—————— \nThe student leaders of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center’s Benjamin Rush Institute Chapter cordially invite you to attend a free introductory meeting for prospective members to learn more about our organization.We plan to share a few key points on liberty in health care\, such as why costs are rising\, how a free market system can be applied\, and alternative ways to run a practice. \nBRI’s mission is “Promote solutions that protect the doctor-patient relationship as the primary means of delivering quality medical care\, empowered by a robust free enterprise system\, which fosters innovation and reduces costs.” \nWe will be serving lunch and discussing how BRI promotes solutions for affordable\, quality healthcare\, innovation and excellence. RSVPs appreciated to manage food and beverages. \nNOTE: This takes place in the eastern time zone.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/the-ohio-state-university-medical-center-osumc-meeting-welcome-introduction-to-bri/
LOCATION:The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center\, Room #1069 Graves\, 410 West 10th Avenue\, Columbus\, OH\, 43210\, United States
CATEGORIES:BRI General Interest | Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Linda Pan":MAILTO:linda.pan@osumc.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150910T090000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170627T105341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T105341Z
UID:11147-1441872000-1441875600@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:The Doctor's Lounge Radio — INTERVIEW with Sally Pipes of the Pacific Research Institute
DESCRIPTION:09/10/15 Guest Sally Pipes\, Founder of the Pacific Research Institute and Ben Rush Institute originator.\nJoin host Dr. Hal Scherz and his guest nationally known Sally Pipes as they discuss the GOP Presidential field and the impact on healthcare reform.\nhttp://www.americaswebradio.com/podcasts/DoctorsLoungeSept10.2015.mp3
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/the-doctors-lounge-radio-interview-with-sally-pipes-of-the-pacific-research-institute-2/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Media event: radio, tv, podcast interview, etc.
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T175243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T175243Z
UID:11834-1441972800-1441976400@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Georgetown University School of Medicine — Talk: From Fortress to Frontier: How Innovation Can Save Health Care\, by Dr. Robert F. Graboyes
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! BRI-Georgetown is pleased to host in conjunction with Startup Hoyas Med\, a well-received talk by Dr. Robert F. Graboyes\, of The Mercatus Center at George Mason University. Dr. Graboyes’s lively and educational talk explains how healthcare innovation could save the American healthcare system — and what we can do from a policy perspective. \nRSVPs are appreciated. We’re sorry\, but due to funding limitations\, we will only be able to serve food to Georgetown students. \nNOTE: This event takes place in the eastern time zone. \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: \n \nDr. Robert F. Graboyes of the Mercatus Center\, spoke to 36 Georgetown University medical students on healthcare innovation and what needs to be done from a policy perspective to open up markets so that healthcare innovators can decrease costs and increase access for all patients. Specifically\, Dr. Graboyes touched upon how the FDA (or any drug approval process)\, medical education and state laws (such as Certificate of Need) should be reformed. His talk was very well received and there were many questions from the audience. \nThe event went well\, with a greater turn out this year relative to last year when Dr. Graboyes spoke at Georgetown. \nThe Georgetown medical students were very receptive to Dr. Graboyes’ message of the need to reduce medical regulations and open up markets. In fact one student said she though Dr. Graboyes “had many excellent ideas.” \n 
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/georgetown-university-school-of-medicine-talk-from-fortress-to-frontier-how-innovation-can-save-health-care-by-dr-robert-f-graboyes/
LOCATION:Georgetown Medical Campus\, Pre-clinical Sciences Bldg. Room #LA-2\, 3900 Reservoir Rd NW\, Washington\, DC\, 20007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker | Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="John Grimsley":MAILTO:jrg108@georgetown.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170707T210919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170707T210919Z
UID:11373-1442404800-1442408400@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Medical College of Wisconsin: Journal Club — Money for kidneys; healthcare economics
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a free Journal Club meeting with lunch! \nSpeakers:\nEnio Perez: Financial compensation for kidney donation.\nDavid Serksnys: Economics of health care. \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: Forty-nine students joined us for this discussion.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/medical-college-of-wisconsin-journal-club-money-for-kidneys-healthcare-economics/
LOCATION:Medical College of Wisconsin\, Kerrigan Auditorium\, 8701 W Watertown Plank Rd\, Wauwatosa\, WI\, 53226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Journal Club
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150916T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150916T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T180545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T180545Z
UID:11837-1442431800-1442433600@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Icahn School of Medicine — Fall Social and BRI Informational Meeting
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This event takes place in the Eastern Time Zone. \nAll are welcome to join us over snacks and drinks for an informal informational evening about BRI\, just before the GOP Presidential Debates! Benjamin Rush Institute is a non-partisan\, non-political 501(c)3 organization with free enterprise solutions to run healthcare so that it works optimally for everyone. We invite you to come check us out! \nSnacks\, appetizers and soft drinks will be served. RSVPs are appreciated. \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: Thirty (30) students attended BRI-Icahn’s first fall social and introductory meeting. \n“The event reintroduced BRI to Icahn after a couple years of not being active. Students received the organization well\, took flyers and brochures\, learned of upcoming events\, and enjoyed snacks. It greatly bolstered visibility.” ~Haran Sivakumar\, BRI-Icahn chapter president \nTestimonials from Icahn student attendees: \n“Cool club!” \n“I was hoping something like this existed.” \n“I’ll definitely be at the dinner event!”
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/icahn-school-of-medicine-fall-social-and-bri-informational-meeting/
LOCATION:Aron Hall Lounge\, Icahn School of Medicine @ Mt. Sinai\, 50 E 98th St\, New York\, NY\, 10029\, United States
CATEGORIES:BRI General Interest | Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Haran Sivakumar":MAILTO:haran.sivakumar@icahn.mssm.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150917T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T182301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T182301Z
UID:11841-1442491200-1442494800@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Ohio University-Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine (OU-HCOM)—Introduction to BRI
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This event takes place in the eastern time zone. \nAll are welcome to find out about BRI-OUHCOM! BRI’s mission is to promote solutions that protect the doctor-patient relationship as the primary means of delivering quality medical care\, empowered by a robust free enterprise system\, which fosters innovation and reduces costs. If you are interested in the future of healthcare\, and would like to explore workable solutions with us\, please come and find out what BRI is all about. \nFood will be provided. \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: Dylan Mathews\, President\, BRI-OUHCOM did a great job explaining what BRI is all about\, and what membership entails.This event was a formal introduction for those who signed up during Ohio University’s event fair earlier in the year. The turnout for the meeting was greater than what we had anticipated! The 25 students in attendance either submitted their name to our email list or heard about the meeting through emails that we had sent out to the class in general. This was purely an informational session during which we discussed what BRI is about\, what speakers we would likely be hosting over the course of the year\, and how students could benefit from joining us. \nThanks to all who came to find out about BRI! \n 
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/ohio-university-heritage-college-of-osteopathic-medicine-ou-hcom-introduction-to-bri/
LOCATION:Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine\, 204 Grosvenor St\, Athens\, OH\, 45701\, United States
CATEGORIES:BRI General Interest | Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Dylan Mathews%2C President%2C BRI-OUHCOM":MAILTO:dm087014@ohio.edu
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150917T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T182443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T182443Z
UID:11844-1442491200-1442496600@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:SUNY Downstate Benjamin Rush Institute Chapter General Interest Meeting
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This event takes place in the EASTERN time zone. \nPlease join us for our first general interest meeting to recruit students who may be interested in joining SUNY Downstate’s new Benjamin Rush Institute Chapter. We will talk about BRI’s mission\, our plans for the fall; and\, in the true BRI spirit of open and educational dialogue\, we’ll show a brief YouTube video on pro and con arguments of organ markets to get some discussion started! \nRSVPs are appreciated as lunch will be provided. \nWe recommend taking the #2 or #5 train to Winthrop Street Station and walk in\, rather than driving & parking. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/suny-downstate-benjamin-rush-institute-chapter-general-interest-meeting/
LOCATION:SUNY Downstate\, Student Center Reading Room\, 811 New York Ave\, New York\, NY\, 11203\, United States
CATEGORIES:BRI General Interest | Social
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Hahn":MAILTO:Marykathrynhahn@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T182652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T182652Z
UID:11847-1442923200-1442926800@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:University of Louisville School of Medicine — Debate: Healthcare Policy\, more freedom or more government?
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This event takes place in the EASTERN TIME ZONE. \nPlease join us for what is sure to be a lively debate between two physicians with radically different views on healthcare\, and help us kick off this first of many healthcare- and health policy-related events to come this year. Dr. Mark Wheeler represents a direct primary care model with more freedom of choice as far as physician and insurance are concerned\, and Dr. Syed Quadri of Physicians for a National Health Program represents a national healthcare model\, advocating more government subsidized coverage and  care. \nFOOD: We will be serving lunch\, so RSVPs are appreciated!\nPARKING: Chestnut Street Garage at the corner of Chestnut and Preston Street\, or any of the meters along Preston street or in the surrounding area.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/university-of-louisville-school-of-medicine-debate-healthcare-policy-more-freedom-or-more-government/
LOCATION:University of Louisville School of Medicine\, Instructional Bldg. #B-215\, 500 South Preston Street\, Louisville\, KY\, 40202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Debate
ORGANIZER;CN="Reba Hodge":MAILTO:rahodge2005@yahoo.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150923T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150923T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T183218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T183218Z
UID:11852-1443027600-1443031200@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:University of Louisville School of Medicine—Town Hall: Healthcare panel discussion
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This event occurs in the eastern time zone. \nAll are welcome to University of Louisville’s first BRI event of the academic year. We are extremely pleased to bring you three renowned healthcare experts—each focusing on a different area of specialty and addressing a variety of concerns. We will allow plenty of time for Q&A. \nFood will be served. RSVPs are appreciated! \nMatt Bevin\, Republican Candidate for KY Governor will discuss his ideas about healthcare solutions for Kentucky. [NOTE: In keeping with BRI’s 501(c)3 status\, this is not an endorsement or political event.] \n  \n \nDr. Josh Umbehr\, AtlasMD has long been a proponent of transparent pricing and free market solutions to healthcare delivery. A speaker at BRI’s 2015 Leadership Conference in Washington\, DC.\, “Dr. Josh” is a favorite speaker for those seeking to understand how free markets best serve everyone—doctors\, patients\, and the underserved. \nAkash Chougule\, Deputy Director of Policy at Americans For Prosperity will discuss his extensive research into the ACA\, including non-partisan findings that confirms the fears and predictions that many people have had since the introduction of President Obama’s healthcare law. \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: Over 100 students and faculty attended BRI’s first University of Louisville event of 2015\, where they heard Dr. Josh Umbehr discuss his concierge family practice and the Concierge Medicine Revolution\, Mr. Matt Bevin speak about healthcare in Kentucky\, and Akash Chougule present healthcare facts and figures from Americans for Prosperity and the CBO. \n\nThe event concluded with a panel discussion and audience Q&A. This event provided an incredible amount of information on healthcare. The audience asked very thoughtful questions for 30 minutes. Our only regret is that we did not have longer to discuss healthcare with these three incredibly knowledgeable gentlemen. Please stay tuned for more excellent\, educational and informative events from BRI-University of Louisville!
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/university-of-louisville-school-of-medicine-town-hall-healthcare-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Kornhauser Auditorium\, University of Louisville\, 2301 S 3rd St\, Louisville\, KY\, 40292\, United States
CATEGORIES:Panel or Discussion
ORGANIZER;CN="Collin McKenzie":MAILTO:cmmcke02@louisville.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20150927
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170627T105207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T105207Z
UID:11144-1443139200-1443311999@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:American Academy of Private Physicians — CONFERENCE: Washington\, DC
DESCRIPTION:BRI sent four medical students to the American Academy of Private Physicians (AAPP) conference to learn about Direct Primary Care and free market medicine. Several wrote blog posts about their experience and what they learned. \nYou can read their blog posts here.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/american-academy-of-private-physicians-conference-washington-dc/
LOCATION:Washington\, DC\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20150929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20151003
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170806T214003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170806T214003Z
UID:11856-1443484800-1443830399@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:2015 State Policy Network (SPN) 23rd Annual Meeting\, Grand Rapids\, MI | Sept. 29 – Oct. 2
DESCRIPTION:From the SPNAM.org official website: The SPN Annual Meeting started in 1993 in Traverse City\, Michigan. A dozen people met in a room with the hope of building a robust network of state think tanks throughout the country. Today\, the SPN Annual Meeting brings together over 900 people from around the country\, including state and national leaders\, influencers\, and professionals. \nWe believe that being good enough is not enough to win in the rapidly evolving political environment. We can’t afford to be outgunned\, outmanned and outspent. The future of the country depends on it. \nThat is why the State Policy Network has hosted the Annual Meeting for 23 years running. \nThis year\, the Annual Meeting is returning to the state where it all started. Freedom fighters will gather in Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, with an intentional focus on developing the solutions and skills to advance freedom at both the state and national level. Through the lens of our 2015 theme – Experience Freedom – we will consider ways to sharpen our solutions and strategies and help our core audiences envision their need for freedom. We will inspire and challenge ourselves to give Americans opportunities to experience the benefits of freedom to their everyday lives. \nThe program focuses on building leaders\, refining operations\, cultivating excellent communication and outreach strategies\, analyzing policy priorities and training top-notch fundraisers. The SPN Annual Meeting is also the only outlet where state and national leaders can chart collaborative strategies together. SPN purposefully creates an environment to facilitate connections and build coalitions. \nPlease note: This is a private event\, and SPN reserves the right to refuse registration and entrance to the event.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/2015-state-policy-network-spn-23rd-annual-meeting-grand-rapids-mi-sept-29-oct-2/
LOCATION:Amway Grand Plaza\, 187 Monroe Ave NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20150929T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170627T104935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T104935Z
UID:11141-1443551400-1443555000@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:@NEJM: Ask the Author & Experts: Physician Payment After Medicare Doc Fix
DESCRIPTION:The New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) forum held a 40-minute taped Google hangout with panel participants. There was a lot of heated debate about the free market between Josh Umbehr\, AtlasMD and the other panelists. Kristy Hawley\, former chapter president of BRI-Georgetown\, was the student moderator for the online debate. Ms. Hawley was able to ask a question that alluded to the fact that all of these new alternative payment models are driving consolidation into hospitals\, and that it is also difficult for independent physicians to participate in these models because the price to play is too high with the requirements. \n“One criticism I have heard is that solo physicians and small groups do not have the economies of scale needed to participate in alternative payment models that require large amounts of data collection and administrative reporting. Other than providing financial incentives for providers in help them take a risk in investment\, are there any proposals for how to make participation a possibility for all providers? Is there any concern that these new payment models contribute to hospital mergers and practice acquisitions which could in theory drive up costs by decreasing competition?” ~Kristy Hawley\, BRI-Georgetown \nThis debate got 168 views.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/nejm-ask-the-author-experts-physician-payment-after-medicare-doc-fix/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Conference
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151001T003000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151001T013000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170627T104710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T104710Z
UID:11139-1443659400-1443663000@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:Rowan University Radio — INTERVIEW: Dr. Craig Wax interviews Dr. Beth Haynes about Benjamin Rush Institute
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Craig Wax interviews Dr. Beth Haynes\, BRI executive director. \nFrom Rowan Radio: Host Dr. Craig Wax is joined by Dr. Beth Haynes from Half Moon Bay\, California. Dr. Haynes is the Executive Director of the Benjamin Rush Institute. They talk about her work\, the importance of the institute\, and the policies she is pushing and advocating for. \nhttp://www.rowan.edu/today/data/cast/YH20151001podcast.mp3
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/rowan-university-radio-interview-dr-craig-wax-interviews-dr-beth-haynes-about-benjamin-rush-institute/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Media event: radio, tv, podcast interview, etc.
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170807T165046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170807T165046Z
UID:11860-1443787200-1443790800@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:St. Louis University School of Medicine — Lecture: How Free Markets Benefit the Poor
DESCRIPTION:NOTE: This event takes place in the Central Time Zone. \nDr. Beth Haynes\, BRI Executive Director and former emergency room physician\, will deliver her talk Poverty as a Determinant of Health — Markets as the Cure wherein she discusses the demonstrably beneficial effects of free market forces for those who are most at risk. Specifically\, we will discuss how unfettered enterprise can make healthcare more affordable and more accessible to everyone. There is a common misunderstanding among medical students that a free market neglects the poor\, and that healthcare management demands government intervention. Dr. Haynes will shed some light on the false premises at the heart of this issue. \nAll are welcome at BRI events. \nLunch will be provided. RSVPs are appreciated. \nVisitor parking: Hickory East Garage\, 3424 Hickory Street\, St. Louis\, MO 63104 \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY:\nTWENTY-FIVE students attended and responded favorably to Dr. Haynes’ presentation — asking questions throughout the lecture and staying after to discuss the topic further. 

Dr. Haynes’ pointed out that the problems we see in healthcare are a part of the larger problem in our country (and the world) — poverty. She suggested that in order to truly help people afford healthcare\, we need to find ways to stimulate the economy and help them generate wealth for themselves. Based on history\, the best way to accomplish this goal is through free market principles. \nJohn Flo\, BRI-President SLU and lecture organizer\, believes many students have a short-sighted view of how to solve the current problems in healthcare\, and Dr. Haynes’ lecture speaks precisely to a longer term\, more solid foundation for better policy answers than short-sighted government programs. Many quality questions were asked. BRI-SLU was honored to host Dr. Haynes\, and served The Vine sandwiches for lunch. \nAdditionally\, after the lecture\, BRI-SLU held its first “Medicine on the Rocks” event for Friday night. Seven students and the BRI officers attended. The attending students have come to other BRI-SLU events and three have applied to be officers next semester.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/st-louis-university-school-of-medicine-lecture-how-free-markets-benefit-the-poor/
LOCATION:Learning Resource Center Rm. #113\, Schwitalla Hall\, 1402 S Grand Blvd\, St Louis\, MO\, 63104\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker | Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="John Flo":MAILTO:flojd@slu.edu
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151002T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151002T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170627T104402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170627T104402Z
UID:11136-1443805200-1443808800@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:St. Louis University School of Medicine — MEDICINE on the ROCKS: A social gathering about healthcare
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Beth Haynes was joined by ten Saint Louis University students and faculty for an informal social gathering we call “Medicine on the Rocks.” Attendees were able to share insights and experiences\, ask questions about medicine\, health and healthcare policy\, and enjoy each other’s company in a relaxed bar setting. This is the first of many similar gatherings to come.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/st-louis-university-school-of-medicine-medicine-on-the-rocks-a-social-gathering-about-healthcare/
LOCATION:Saint Louis University\, MO\, United States
CATEGORIES:BRI General Interest | Social
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151005T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170814T203357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170814T203357Z
UID:12041-1444032000-1444410000@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:State Policy Network (SPN) CONFERENCE: 23rd Annual
DESCRIPTION:BRI is a conference sponsor.
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/state-policy-network-spn-conference-23rd-annual/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:Affiliated event,Conference
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20151005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T073827
CREATED:20170807T165341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170807T165341Z
UID:11863-1444046400-1444050000@www.benjaminrushinstitute.org
SUMMARY:SUNY Downstate: Presentation — Direct Primary Care Practices: Improving Primary Care Access and Quality
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Josh Umbehr\, Founder of AtlasMD\, a Direct Primary Care facility in Wichita\, KS will make a short presentation and take questions about how a Direct Primary Care (DPC) model of healthcare delivery works. \nNOTE: This event takes place in the Eastern time zone. ALL are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served; RSVPs appreciated. \nPOST-EVENT SUMMARY: 25 students attended the presentatioin. BRI-SUNY Downstate\, along with SUNY Downstate Med Council\, and SUNY Downstate University Council hosted Dr. Umbehr for an informal Q&A session about how Direct Primary Care works\, especially in his practice based in Kansas\, Atlas MD. He touched on many topics\, including price transparency\, access to health care\, and how his business model affords him the opportunity to spend much more time working with patients instead of paperwork. It was a very big success\, as the talk went on for about 80 minutes\, and not a single student left until we needed to vacate the room for the next meeting. Attendees were all very engaged and excited about the model. \n“The event exceeded expectations. Students who were skeptical asked some tough questions\, but Dr. Umbehr answered very politely and knowledgeably. A testament to his effectiveness is that the two students that asked the toughest questions were the very students that stuck around afterward to talk to him more. Both left saying that they were very glad this event was organized\, and asked him if they can email him in the future for more information. I think that pretty much says it all.” ~Mary Hahn\, BRI-President\, SUNY Downstate
URL:https://www.benjaminrushinstitute.org/events/suny-downstate-presentation-direct-primary-care-practices-improving-primary-care-access-and-quality/
LOCATION:SUNY Downstate\, Student Center Reading Room\, 811 New York Ave\, New York\, NY\, 11203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Speaker | Lecture
ORGANIZER;CN="Mary Hahn":MAILTO:Marykathrynhahn@gmail.com
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