VTCSOM Chapter of the Medical Society of Virginia / American Medical Association

Objectives

For medical students to:

• Learn how to research, draft, and monitor state and national health policy
• Become familiar with current health policies in Virginia that affect patients, medical providers, and their clinical practice
• Become effective physician-advocates
• Actively engage with health promotion and patient advocacy in their communities

MSV's 2021 Legislative Priorities

• Telehealth expansion
• Opposing medical malpractice cap
• Expansion of MSV’s clinician well-being program (Safe Haven)
• Protecting physician scope of practice
• Opposing mandated physician litigation assistance