The College of Physicians of Philadelphia

Celebrate Juneteenth!

Visit Philly has a roundup of the many social, cultural, and educational events happening in and around the city: https://www.visitphilly.com/articles/philadelphia/juneteenth-celebrations-in-greater-philadelphia/

A critical message from Larry R. Kaiser, MD, FACS, FCPP, President and CEO of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia:

“The College of Physicians of Philadelphia condemns the violence that occurred at Wilmington Hospital in Delaware.

Healthcare workers experience nearly five times more violence in the workplace than in other industries, and evidence suggests that many incidents go unreported. Violence against healthcare professionals should not be an inevitable part of the job. Every member of the healthcare workforce deserves a safe environment in which to care for patients and communities.

We urge policymakers, hospitals, and health systems to strengthen protections for healthcare workers, support evidence-based workplace violence prevention programs, and ensure that healthcare organizations have the resources needed to assess risks, improve reporting systems, and respond effectively to threats and incidents. We further urge these organizations to create workplace cultures where every individual is encouraged and supported to seek mental health services when needed.

Healthcare workers save lives every day, and we need to ensure theirs are equally prioritized.”

Learn more: https://whyy.org/articles/workers-shot-wilmington-hospital-delaware/

Our June Fellow Spotlight features an interview with Marla J. Gold, MD, FACP, FCPP, a Trustee at The College of Physicians of Philadelphia.

During Pride Month, Dr. Gold shares about her work to address HIV/AIDS in the city, how clinicians can better serve members of the LGBTQ+ community, and much more.

In addition to her role as a trustee, Dr. Gold serves as Dean Emerita and Professor of Health Management and Policy at Drexel University's Dornsife School of Public Health.

Read more: https://collegeofphysicians.org/fellow-spotlights/marla-j-gold/

"The Mütter Museum: if you've been there, you'll never forget it!"

PBS Books highlighted the Mütter in a recent episode of American Stories: A Reading Road Trip, which explored Pennsylvania’s rich literary landmarks!

Watch the episode: https://www.pbs.org/video/reading-road-trip-ep-113-pennsylvania-cmqe14/

Our Section on Critical Care, in partnership with the PA Chapter of the Society of Critical Care Medicine (SCCM), hosted the 11th Annual Critical Care Spectacular Case Presentation Competition earlier this month.

Cases were selected and evaluated based on the complexity of care coordination, the use of advanced diagnostics and treatment pathways, and a multidisciplinary care approach.

Thanks to everyone who joined us!

A historic honor! We are thrilled to receive the Landmark Building Award from AIA Philadelphia. This award recognizes the quality and quantity of important historic structures in Philadelphia, as well as the role of architects in shaping our built environment.

The Beaux-Arts building, home to The College of Physicians of Philadelphia since 1909, was honored for its "halls with rococo ceilings, an elegant library dedicated to the history of medicine, and the renowned Mütter Museum."

Members of our team attended a special ceremony hosted by the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia to accept the award.

The Mütter Museum of The College of Physicians of Philadelphia

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Doctors' Lounge: AI and How It Affects a Physician's Practice. We were proud to team up with the Philadelphia County Medical Society for the latest installment in our ongoing series.

During the event, guests heard from local experts about how artificial intelligence is reshaping modern medical practice.

We look forward to hosting more Doctors' Lounge events at the College in the coming months. View our upcoming programs: https://collegeofphysicians.org/events/