November 2002

  From My Perspective (55 K PDF)

 Dateline: Washington (15 K PDF)

• What distinguishes the ACS from the ACSPA?
• Why was the ACSPA formed?
• What impact has the ACSPA had on the College's focus and mission?
• Do I need to choose between membership in the ACSPA or Fellowship in the College?
• Where do I send my dues payment?
• Will any of my dues dollars be spent on political activities?
• Are dues paid to the ACSPA still deductible from my federal income tax?
• What if I have questions?

  The College should be instrumental in adapting simulators to education (50K PDF)

  A critical approach to medical simulation (200K PDF)

  2003 state legislative sessions: New opportunities for change (35K PDF)

  The origins of regulated resident work hours: New York and beyond (230K PDF)

  Statement on scope of practice

  In compliance...with HIPAA rules (20K PDF)

  Socioeconomic tip of the month: ICD-9-CM changes (15K PDF)

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