Webinar 3: The Role of Legislative Advocacy in Enhancing the Healthcare Environment

Description

In this presentation, participants will explore the connection between healthcare policy and clinical practice, understanding their combined influence on patient care and system outcomes. The panel will examine key legislative processes and stakeholders driving healthcare reform, and learn how professionals can engage in policy to advance health equity. Additionally, the course will build advocacy skills and practical strategies to empower clinicians to lead positive change within healthcare systems and communities.

Speakers:

• Sen. Richard Briggs, MD – Senate District 7, Knoxville
• John McCarley, MD – Nephrology, Nephrology Associates
• Yarnell Beatty, JD – Vice President and General Counsel, Tennessee Medical Association

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the intersection of healthcare policy and clinical practice, including how these impact patient outcomes and healthcare delivery. 
• Identify key legislative processes, policies, and stakeholders influencing healthcare reform at local, state, and national levels, and analyze how healthcare professionals can effectively contribute to shaping policy and advancing health equity.
• Develop advocacy skills and actionable strategies to promote responsible practices within healthcare systems and communities, empowering participants to lead and thrive as clinician-advocates for a healthier planet and population.

The Tennessee Medical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Tennessee Medical Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.