Amplifying Surgery's Voice

2024 Annual Advocacy Day

Because a Surgeon's Responsibility to Patients Extends Beyond the Operating Room

Join the New York Chapter for this year’s annual advocacy event.

All surgeons, including residents are encouraged to attend. 

Educate your Senators and Assembly members on reasons to support /oppose legislation that is crucial to your patients and your practice.

2024 Legislative Priorities

• Support Reductions in Administrative and Regulatory Burdens
  
• Seek Utilization Management Reforms
  
• Support Trauma, Cancer and Tobacco Funding
  
• Support Comprehensive Medical Liability Reform
  
• Oppose Inappropriate Scope Expansions
  
• Further investigate the impact of universal coverage and a single payer system in NY

Participants will receive issue briefs and supporting materials prior to the event. 

Schedule At-A-Glance

7:00am
Breakfast and Registration

8:00am
Briefing and preparation for the day's events

10:00am
Appointments with key policymakers and your elected representatives

4:30pm
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