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Governor’s 2025-26 May Revision Proposes Major Cuts to Healthcare and Undermines Medi-Cal Expansion Commitments

California Academy of Family Physicians (CAFP)

Proposed Changes to Medi-Cal Coverage for Undocumented Individuals Enrollment Freeze for Full-Scope (State-Only) Medi-Cal Expansion to Undocumented Adults – Freezes new enrollment for undocumented adults aged 19 and older, effective January 1, 2026. The policy would be effective January 1, 2026.

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2025 Physician Wellness Retreats | Physician “Burnout” Retreats

Pamela Wible MD

Sponsorships available for medical students and residents. Tax-deductible & includes CME Design Your Coaching Practice Physician Retreat Sept 2–6, 2025 ~ 1:1 personal retreat Curious how to launch a coaching or consulting business as a physician—without an MBA, coaching certification, or a medical license? Contact Dr. Wible.

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MN Legislative Session 2025: Updates on Hearings and Bills

Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians

Last week, the Minnesota Academy of Family Physicians (MAFP) was actively engaged in multiple discussions on health care policy, including Medical Assistance rate reimbursement, coverage for the Psychiatric Collaborative Care Model and broader reforms to patient-centered care. Highlights follow.

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Geriatric Medicine Board Meeting Summary | Spring 2025

ABIM

McDonald shared more about a pilot model announced last year that would create a pathway for exceptionally qualified international medical graduates (IMGs) successfully completing ACGME-accredited subspecialty fellowship to become Board eligible in Internal Medicine and subspecialties. Community Practice in ABIM Governance* Erica N.

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Dr. Paul Thomas Gives the Welcome to Detroit Lecture for Incoming Class of 2027 at WSU SOM

Plum Health

These medical students will be immersed in the Detroit community over the next 4 years, and upon graduation, many of them will continue to serve the Detroit and Metro Detroit community. WSU SOM’s incoming class of 2026 had 300 Students, with 192 in-state and 108 out-of-state students.

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In a First, Trump and GOP-Led Congress Prepare To Swell Ranks of U.S. Uninsured

Physician's Weekly

In KFF poll results released in June, nearly two-thirds of people surveyed viewed the bill unfavorably and more than half said they were worried federal funding cuts would hurt their family’s ability to obtain and afford health care. George, 30, was kicked off Medicaid in 2023 after she got hired by an after-school program.

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Key Bills in the 2025 Legislative Session AAFP is Watching Closely

Alabama Academy of Family Physicians

As the 2025 legislative session swings into full gear, the Alabama Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) has set its sights on a cadre of pivotal bills set to shape the healthcare landscape for years to come. Chip Brown, HB 2 proposes a change to existing law regarding the consent process for medical procedures involving minors.

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