In our continuous mission to “Empower Physicians to Promote the Highest Quality Patient Care,” we find ourselves constantly adapting and seeking innovative solutions to uphold our core values. The Emerald Coast Medical Association recognizes the importance of sustaining affordable access…
Below are links containing new and updated MedPro publications. The risk management tools and resources are focused on the identification and mitigation of emerging or persistent healthcare risks. In addition, national and Florida-specific regulatory and/or legal updates may be included.…
In the wake of Florida’s new SB 1580 bill, a burning question arises amongst Florida doctors and their patients: can a doctor refuse to treat a patient? Emerald Coast Medical Association seeks to shed light on this critical topic, as…
Discover Affordable Options for Medical Malpractice Insurance With the escalating number of medical malpractice lawsuits, doctors and healthcare providers often face overwhelming stress and uncertainty. At ECMA, we prioritize our members’ well-being by offering exclusive access to the ECMA Medical…
As healthcare consumers increasingly rely on the internet to find their medical providers, it’s essential for physicians and practices to establish a strong online presence to attract more patients. If you find yourself wondering how to get more patients, one…
As our community struggles to get back to some semblance of normal after the disaster of Michael, healthcare professionals find ourselves again wrestling with the chaos addressing basic healthcare needs. These are unprecedented times, and like our patients, many of…
Healthcare is best delivered by a team of professionals working together for the good of the patient. Each member is trained for a specific role, with specific training requirements commensurate with responsibility. Independent practice of Physician Assistants and Nurse Practitioners not…
By Michelle Flaat, Executive Director of the Emerald Coast Medical Association. It’s that time of year again…Open Enrollment for Individual Health Insurance plans. Confusing information and sometimes empty promises will be made by a multitude of insurance companies about their…
Some time ago, doctors would make house calls for patients who couldn’t get out of the house. This is still practiced for special cases, but this “old-fashioned” practice is dying off. Now, this practice has seen a new style of…
The decline in opioid prescriptions has been a major force for the drop in drug overdose deaths. This is also the first time that the number of fatalities has dropped since 1990. The amount of drug overdose deaths in the…
