Feb. 18, 2026

Physicians across all specialties are invited to a timely webinar, Monday, March 2, 6-7 p.m., on strengthening vaccine communication in any care setting.

Vaccine Communication Beyond Primary Care: What Every Clinician Should Know features Colorado pediatrician and preventive medicine specialist David Higgins, MD, MPH, FAAP, who will review the latest vaccine recommendations and policy updates—including key takeaways from the CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) meeting, Feb. 25–27—and share practical, evidence-based messages you can use in patient encounters.

Join us for concise updates and actionable strategies to reinforce trusted vaccine messaging across specialties.

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

AVAILABLE CREDITS/POINTS

Credit Designation

ABS MOC Statement

Successful completion of this CME activity enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery's Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.

The Vaccine Integrity Project, in collaboration with the American Medical Association (AMA), announced the kickoff of a structured, evidence-based review process to assess vaccine safety and effectiveness for the 2026-27 respiratory virus season. The review will focus on immunizations for influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV).

Building on the thorough evidence review completed for the 2025–26 season, this new effort will establish a structured and durable process for evaluating the science underpinning respiratory virus immunization. They will convene leading medical professional societies as well as public health and health care organizations to help define a comprehensive set of policy questions. 

Join us for a complimentary evening of connection and community at the upcoming Member Mixer with the Mile High Medical Society.

Hosted immediately following the Colorado Medical Society Board of Directors meeting on Friday, March 6, this complimentary event offers an opportunity to connect with CMS leadership and staff.

We especially encourage Mile High Medical Society members and physician friends, medical students and residents to attend. Whether you’re interested in advocacy, leadership opportunities, or simply expanding your professional circle, this relaxed networking event is a great place to start.

Thank you to the many members who joined us last week, Feb. 11, for the 2026 CMS Legislative Night.

The evening began with a informative session at the Colorado Capitol. Sen. Dafna Michaelson Jenet set the stage for a thoughtful discussion about the policy landscape and Sen. Kyle Mullica and Rep. Lindsay Gilchrist shared insights into what to expect in their committees this legislative session.

The evening continued at the University Club of Denver, where physicians, medical students and legislators gathered for conversation and connection. Events like Legislative Night highlight the strength of physician-led advocacy and the importance of building relationships that support patient-centered policy at the Capitol.

The winter 2026 issue of Colorado Medicine, the Colorado Medical Society's award-winning magazine, is now available online.

Get a sneak peek of great content:

Do you get your issue mailed to your office, and want it sent to your home, or vice versa? Reply to this email to update your Colorado Medicine mailing address so you won't miss this great member benefit.

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Free compensation and employment contract webinar for female physicians - March 3 at 5 p.m. MT
Panacea Legal is hosting a complimentary webinar, Know Your Worth: Employment Contract Review Essentials for Female Physicians, focused on navigating the gender pay gap, the contract terms that matter most, and key negotiation considerations for female physicians. It’s designed to provide practical, actionable guidance for female physicians at any stage of training or practice. Webinar: Employment Contract Review Essentials for Female Physicians | Panacea Financial

$1,000 Resident & Fellow Grants - Applications close March 20
Panacea Financial Foundation is currently accepting applications for its $1,000 Resident & Fellow Grants. These grants are part of our broader mission to strengthen the pipeline of physicians from underrepresented ethnic and racial minority backgrounds. Medical School Scholarships and Residency & Fellowship Grants

Under HB24-1149, surgeons will see significant improvements in how approved procedures are handled:

These changes took effect Jan. 1, 2026 and ensure that patient care decisions remain in the hands of physicians — not paperwork delays. We want to know: Has your practice seen changes since Jan. 1? Are you having to educate your health plan representatives? Respond to this email with your experience.

During Colorado's Legislative Night, Colorado Medical Society physicians and medical students gathered at the Capitol to advocate for what matters most to them: their patients. 

Physicians entered the practice of medicine to treat, heal, and save lives, yet growing bureaucracy increasingly interferes with the patient-physician relationship.

By connecting with legislators and decision-makers, we’re working to change the system – so patients and physicians can make health care decisions together.

Learn more about Your Care is at our Core and share your story to be used in CMS publications.

Gasping for Air Human Trafficking Education | 60 minutes

Watch this one-hour webinar to recognize signs of human trafficking, review real life case studies, and hear a courageous victim’s story so you too can advocate for your patients.

Credit Designation

ABS MOC Statement

Successful completion of this CME activity enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.

Join colleagues from across Colorado in beautiful Vail for the Colorado Medical Society’s Annual Meeting, Sept. 18–19 — an experience designed to reconnect, recharge, and refocus on what matters most to physicians.

The meeting will feature timely education on issues shaping medical practice today, plus a Saturday night celebration honoring CMS members with dinner and entertainment. Don’t miss an unforgettable keynote from Tracee Metcalfe, MD, a Vail physician and world-class mountaineer — the first U.S. woman and third American to summit all 14 of the world’s highest mountains — who will share her extraordinary climbing journey alongside her powerful path to recovery through Colorado’s Physician Health Program.

This is your opportunity to step away from the day-to-day, earn valuable education, and strengthen connections with peers in an inspiring mountain setting.

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