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Happy Summer 2009!
What says "summer" better than a night out at the ballpark? The Texas Rangers are offering discount tickets to DCMS members for select games throughout the summer. Click here for more information.
     
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Help available for patients to stay safe in the Texas heat
Dallas County Health & Human Services Department officials ask that each Dallas County resident join its “Each One Reach One” campaign to prevent heat-related deaths this summer. Citizens are asked to check on their neighbors to see if their home has a working air-conditioner.
   
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New School Immunization Requirements Effective Aug. 1
The changes will impact kindergarten and seventh-grade students. All immunizations must be completed by the first day of attendance at public and private schools.
   
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In Memoriam, DCMS recognizes the passing of Dr. Charles Max Cole.
Charles Max Cole, M.D., DCMS Member since 1947, died at the age of 95 on June 1, 2009 surrounded by family and friends.
   
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Regional UPL payments to private hospitals in Dallas County & statewide
The Upper Payment Limit (UPL) issue has been a hot topic in North Texas for quite some time . . . see recent distribution details.
   
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Texas has an official donor registry.
Learn more about becoming an organ donor.
     
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Disaster response volunteer physicians are needed!
DCMS needs your help to build our team of volunteer physicians that will respond during a disaster or public health emergency.
   
 
upcoming events
July
 
Networking Social & Political Update - July 30
"Insurance Companies, Cockroaches and What’s Next for Medicine," Networking social and a legislative update presentation by David Marwitz.
 
 
 
August
Medical Student Dinner - August 23
For 33 years, DCMS physicians have hosted the entire freshman class of medical students at UT Southwestern at this unique dinner. Join us in welcoming these students to the family of medicine. You’ll be glad you did!
 
 
 
September
Celebrate Women in Medicine Spa Day - September 19
To be held at the Grand Spa in Addison. Invitations with all the details will be sent out at the end of July.
 
 
 
October
DCMS Member Roundup - October 23
Eddie Deen’s Ranch, Dallas