Special Interest GroupsRURALPurposeThe focus of the Rural SIG will be to address issues that members encounter in their position as medical directors of a rural hospice program. Issues might include: conditions and challenges common to rural hospices, regional and local variations, the role of the Medicare Hospice Benefit in rural hospice care, the difficulties in staffing and funding rural programs. LeadershipCentral Time Zone Chair—Gerald Wilmes, MD For inquiries, questions, or comments about the special interest group, please This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it the staff liaison. Communication ToolMembership in the Rural SIG allows you the benefit of participating in an AAHPM sponsored Listserv. This forum offers community members an exchange for sharing best practices, asking questions, offering helpful information, and networking. To post a message to all members, send an e-mail to: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Please keep in mind that you can only send messages to the listserv from the e-mail address you provided in your member profile.If you are having difficulties using this listserv, please e-mail the AAHPM Listserv Administrator at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Annual MeetingMark your Calendars: The Rural SIG will hold an in-person meeting on Friday, March 14, 2013, from 4:45–5:45 pm. Members of the Rural SIG might be interested in these concurrent sessions at Assembly (coming soon). Join this SIGTo join the Rural SIG, or any AAHPM Special Interest Group, login to your member profile on the website and update your member profile demographics. Step by step instructions. |
Physicians Caring for Patients with Serious Illness
