Medical Society of Delaware

08/10/2026

? 95% of physicians reported delays in patients accessing necessary care due to prior authorization. Treatment delays can have serious consequences.

Cardiologist Dr. Jerry Kennett shares his experience navigating prior authorization in a video series: “Dealing with prior authorization is just a disaster both for physicians, but more so for the patient. They’re put in situations where they are not sure whether they are going to get their medication, they’re not sure whether they are going to be able to have a test.”

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Prior authorization is a health plan cost-control process that requires providers to qualify for payment by obtaining approval before performing a service. I...

08/05/2026

🌟Highlights from our MSD New Member Dinner at the Blackwell Barn and Lodge in Wilmington! It was an incredible evening connecting Delaware physicians across all specialties, generations, and experiences.

🩺✨To our newest members: We are here to champion your work, amplify your voice, and support you through every step of your professional journey. We are always stronger when we travel together.

🤝Thank you to our established physicians, sponsors, and partners for investing in the next generation of healthcare leaders!

🔗 Tap the link in our bio to join the Medical Society of Delaware community.

08/04/2026

From coast to coast, physicians are speaking up for what matters most: their patients. Here in Delaware, physicians are proud to be part of Your Care is at our Core, a national movement led by physicians to protect the patient-physician relationship and keep patients at the center of every decision.

More here: https://www.medicalsocietyofdelaware.org/CMMSD/Nav_Items/What_We_Do/Your-Care-is-at-Our-Core.aspx

08/04/2026

🎧 𝐍𝐄𝐖 𝐄𝐏𝐈𝐒𝐎𝐃𝐄 𝐀𝐕𝐀𝐈𝐋𝐀𝐁𝐋𝐄 𝐍𝐎𝐖!

What does the latest health care legislation mean for the future of medicine in Delaware? Tune in to the newest episode of the Medical Society of Delaware podcast, "Beyond the Bills: Understanding 2026 Health Care Legislation."

Join host 𝐍𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐬 𝐎. 𝐁𝐢𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐨, 𝐃𝐎, and special guest 𝐑𝐢𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐖. 𝐇𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧, 𝐌𝐃, 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐎𝐆 (Chair of the MSD Government Affairs Committee and MSD Past President) for a deep dive into the policies shaping patient care across the First State.
What you’ll learn about: Prior Authorization Reform
📋Health Care Rebalancing
⚖️Scope of Practice & Mental Health Parity
🧠Credentialing Improvements & Charity Care Billing
🏦Recorded during the 2026 legislative session, this episode examines the major health care bills and their direct impact on physicians, patients, and health care delivery.

👉 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform!
https://healthcarereality.podbean.com/e/episode-45-beyond-the-bills-understanding-2026-health-care-legislation/

Join host Nicholas O. Biasotto, DO, and special guest Richard W. Henderson, MD, FACOG, Chair of the Medical Society of Delaware Government Affairs Committee and MSD Past President, for an engaging recap of the year's most significant health care legislation. From health care rebalancing and prior au...

07/29/2026

📢 Now Streaming: 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐲𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐲’𝐬 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐇𝐨𝐭 𝐓𝐨𝐩𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐌𝐄

The full recording is now available on the Medical Society of Delaware YouTube channel!Watch here:

🎥 https://youtu.be/xOdcSvq5Hxg

Join Dr. Ayanna Buckner (Chief Physician, Office of Epidemiology, Delaware DPH) and Kelly A. Callahan (Section Chief, Office of Communications, DHSS) for a deep dive into what local physicians and healthcare providers need to know right now about public health preparedness.

Key Topics Covered:
✅ Local Delaware DPH response and reporting protocols
✅ Evolving global threats as of mid-2026
✅ Targeted clinical updates on Measles, Ebola, and HantavirusStay compliant, stay prepared, and protect your patients.

Don't forget to subscribe to our channel for more regional CME updates!

Watch the Medical Society of Delaware (MSD) Hot Topic CME session r...

07/28/2026

Have questions about Measles or not sure where to get vaccinated, Delaware Public Health has opened a call center and extended yours at the Williams State Service Center in Kent County on July 28 & 29. See enclosed flyer.

For additional information, check out
https://publichealthalerts.delaware.gov/measles/

Public Health Clinics: https://publichealthalerts.delaware.gov/public-health-clinics/

Delvax Public Portal for Vaccination Records: https://delvaxpublicportal.dhss.delaware.gov/

07/28/2026

⚡️ 𝐖𝐇𝐎 𝐖𝐈𝐋𝐋 𝐁𝐄 𝐍𝐄𝐗𝐓? 🦸‍♂️

Every superhero team needs strong allies!

We are incredibly grateful to the 4 amazing organization heroes who have already stepped up to sponsor the 8th Annual Superhero for Hope 5K Run/Walk & Health Fair on October 10, 2026!

But our mission isn't over. We are looking for more community champions to stand with us. Will your business or organization be next?

🔍Your sponsorship directly benefits the Delaware Medical Education Foundation (DMEF) and fuels the MSD Campaign for Kids, providing critical educational resources to help local youth navigate massive modern battles like mental health, bullying, substance abuse, and healthy living.

💼 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐣𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐠𝐮𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬?
High Visibility: Put your brand in front of hundreds of local families, runners, and healthcare professionals.
Community Impact: Stand directly behind Delaware youth and families when they need it most.
Perks: Enjoy event t-shirt logo placement, complimentary race entries, and premium health fair exhibit space depending on your level.

Our spaces are filling up fast! Lock in your corporate or individual sponsorship today.👉 Secure your sponsorship spot here: https://reg.planetreg.com/5K%20RunWalk%20Sponsorship2026



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07/28/2026

July 28th is World Hepatitis Day.
287 million people are living with viral hepatitis – the world’s deadliest communicable disease. Most don’t even know.
https://www.worldhepatitisday.org/

Join the global fight against hepatitis on World Hepatitis Day, July 28. Learn how to raise awareness, take action, and help eliminate hepatitis worldwide.

07/28/2026

Don’t let your phone screen fight for your attention. And passengers? Be annoying about it — or it could be much worse.

Stay alert and help make Delaware crash-free. ArriveAliveDE.com/Be-Alert

❌: Don’t let your phone screen fight for your attention. And passengers? Be annoying about it — or it could be much worse.

Stay alert and help make Delaware crash-free. ArriveAliveDE.com/Be-Alert

07/27/2026

Physicians’ years of rigorous training and education prepare them to be trusted partners, healers, and advocates for their patients. They are leaders of the healthcare team, providing patients with informed treatment options.

This sacred bond built on trust is essential to high-quality care.

Learn more: https://www.medicalsocietyofdelaware.org/CMMSD/Nav_Items/What_We_Do/Your-Care-is-at-Our-Core.aspx