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January 2014
LPOC invites you to a “Tardeada”!
LPOC invites you to a tardeada, a wonderful afternoon of learning and professional fellowship. Learn how the new Covered California will affect you as a health care provider and earn free CME/CEU for attending.
Find out more »March 2014
STAY INFORMED
THE LATEST ON THE NEW HEALTH INSURANCE/Medi-Cal EXPANSION FREE CME/CEU CREDIT AND FREE DINNER PROVIDED • Understand the Covered CA program and the New MediCal Program Expansion. • Recognize the new patient base – those who will now be eligible for MediCal or subsidized insurance. • Learn about mixed citizen status families and resources available to them. • Find out more about resources and materials available for your patients. Earn free Continuing Medical Education (CME) or Continuing Education Units (CEU)…
Find out more »May 2014
Latino Health Conference
Please join LPOC on May 30 & 31, 2014 for the Latino Health Conference in Santa Clara, California. We will examine evidence-based practices to provide culturally responsive care for the Latino community. Click here for more info.
Find out more »October 2014
MiMentor Health Careers Conference
Dear MiMentor Health Careers Conference Participant, Thank you for participating in our 2014 MiMentor Health Careers Conference @East Los Angeles College with the goal to bring together over 500 aspiring healthcare professionals, and their mentors, advisors, faculty and community based organizations. MiMentor firmly believes mentoring is a team sport and when our mentees succeed we all win! Alliance in Mentorship (AIM) is a 501c3 non-profit organization with the mission to develop and support innovative mentoring opportunities for aspiring and current…
Find out more »September 2015
2015 NEPO Leadership Summit
Join the Network of Ethnic Physicians Organization (NEPO) for the 2015 NEPO Leadership Summit in Riverside, CA.
Find out more »October 2015
2015 Latino Health Conference
The 2015 Latino Health Conference seeks to address health disparities in the Latino/Hispanic community by sharing evidence-based practices and clinical research, promoting diversity in the healthcare workforce, and creating linkages between community health organizations and healthcare providers. Conference participants will receive evidence based strategies, practice tips, tools, and patient education resources to improve their clinical practice and patient care.
Find out more »April 2016
MiMentor Health Careers Conference 2016
The Latino Physicians of California is a proud fiscal sponsor of the Second Annual MiMentor Health Careers Conference. On Saturday, April 23, 2016, more than 400 aspiring healthcare professionals, mentors, advisors, faculty and community organizations will descend on Cerritos College in Norwalk, CA for this inspiring, daylong, info-packed event. Please join our efforts to improve diversity in the healthcare workforce by empowering the next generation of healthcare professionals! Mil Gracias!
Find out more »June 2016
Ethnic Physician Focus Group: Advanced Care Planning
The Network of Ethnic Physician Organizations (NEPO) has partnered with the California HealthCare Foundation to host an ethnic physician focus group on the topic of Advanced Care Planning. The goal of the focus group is to hear from ethnic physicians about the barriers and/or motivations to have conversations surrounding Advance Care Planning with patients. In order to participate, you must be an ethnic physician serving a significant number of Medicare patients and who is practicing full-time in the specialties of pulmonology, cardiology, or oncology. The focus group will…
Find out more »September 2016
2016 Building Healthy Communities (BHC) Summit
The 2016 Building Healthy Communities (BHC) Summit is a unique and exciting educational event for physicians, public health professionals, and community leaders. The 2016 BHC Summit will provide you with opportunities to learn about emerging health policy issues, best practices for reducing health disparities, and cultural competency in clinical care. The Summit will inspire physicians and healthcare providers to participate in community health efforts and to be challenged to improve healthcare and the quality of life in their communities. You…
Find out more »October 2016
Latino Physicians of California 2016: Creating a Movement for Change!
Register for the LPOC Symposium by clicking: https://lpocsymposium.eventbrite.com Don’t forget that active LPOC members get into the LPOC Symposium at a reduced price. To become a member of LPOC click HERE! Why You Should Attend Join the outstanding healthcare leaders and legislators in California for an action filled day at the Latino Physicians of California (LPOC) Symposium, “Creating a Movement for Change.” The Latino Physicians of California is bringing together top leaders from across the state to discuss the healthcare and…
Find out more »March 2018
Advocacy in a Turbulent World: SOLUTIONS TO LATINO HEALTH DISPARITIES
Date: Monday, March 12, 2018 Location: Sacramento, California About: Addressing and solving the significant disparities in health care for disadvantaged communities takes courage, commitment, and determination, especially in a political environment that is contentious. Through “Advocacy in a Turbulent World: Solutions to Latino Health Disparities,” the Latino Physicians of California (LPOC) has brought together the leading health and political leaders to instruct, inspire and motivate current and future advocates. What is being done and how can everyone coalesce to send a strong…
Find out more »September 2018
[Medical School Ready]: Mentor Advisor Workshop – Los Angeles
The Latino Physicians of California (LPOC) and MiMentor present: The Mentor Advisor Workshop: Latino Physician Shortage The Latino Physicians of California and MiMentor present The Mentor Advisor Workshop: Latino Physician Shortage Purpose: Train mentors to help disadvantage students successfully apply to medical school. **Priority for Physicians** Continental Breakfast and Lunch will be provided. AGENDA: Dr. Lisa Montes-Tan, Kaiser Permanente Introduction Timekeeper 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM - Continental Breakfast 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM - Dr. David…
Find out more »2018 NEPO Summit
2018 NEPO Summit The 2018 Network of Ethnic Physician Organizations (NEPO) Summit is a unique and exciting educational event for physicians, medical students, public health professionals, and community leaders. The NEPO Summit will provide you with opportunities to learn about key health policy issues, building diversity in the workforce and increasing cultural competency in clinical care. This year's theme, Building the Best You: Celebrating the Joy of Medicine, will also address issues of physician burnout. Download the agenda here. Featured topics and speakers include:…
Find out more »[Medical School Ready]: Mentor Advisor Workshop – Bakersfield
The Latino Physicians of California and MiMentor present: The Mentor Advisor Workshop: Latino Physician Shortage The Latino Physicians of California and MiMentor present The Mentor Advisor Workshop: Latino Physician Shortage Purpose: Train mentors to help disadvantage students successfully apply to medical school. **Priority for Physicians** Continental Breakfast and Lunch will be provided. Introductions: Dr. Connie Casillas AGENDA: 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM - Breakfast 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM - Dr. Lisa Montes, Kaiser Permanente, Pediatrics -Topic: The Latino Physician Shortage -Data…
Find out more »June 2019
Webinar: Reducing End-of-Life Disparities in the Hispanic Community
Fewer than 1 out of 5 Hispanics have healthcare directives ... and only 37% of Hispanic Medicare enrollees utilize hospice care.
Learn how you can address health inequities in end-of-life care. Join us for a webinar focusing on reducing end-of-life disparities in the Hispanic community.
Hosted by National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) members:
Daniel Turner-Lloveras MD, California
Ilan Shapiro, MD, California
Co-sponsored by Compassion & Choices and the National Hispanic Council on Aging (NHCOA).
Find out more »July 2019
2019 NEPO Summit: Early Registration
The 2019 Network of Ethnic Physician Organizations (NEPO) Summit will be held August 23-24 at the Westin Pasadena. This year's theme is "Standing Up for Health Care in California."
Find out more »August 2019
2019 NEPO Summit: Standing Up for Health Care in California
Standing Up for Health Care in California
Find out more »September 2019
2019-20 CalMedForce Grant – Application Opens
At the time of applying a residency program must meet the following criteria: Located in California Allopathic or Osteopathic Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Council on Postdoctoral Training Primary care (family medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, and/or pediatrics) or emergency medicine residency program Serve medically underserved populations and areas All residency programs that meet the following criteria above are encouraged to apply. Residency programs that were awarded in the 2018-19…
Find out more »October 2019
2019-20 CalMedForce Grant – Application Closes
At the time of applying a residency program must meet the following criteria: Located in California Allopathic or Osteopathic Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Council on Postdoctoral Training Primary care (family medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, and/or pediatrics) or emergency medicine residency program Serve medically underserved populations and areas All residency programs that meet the following criteria above are encouraged to apply. Residency programs that were awarded in the 2018-19…
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January 2020
NHMA College Health Scholars Program 2020 South LA Conference
About this Event NHMA College Health Scholars Program invites you to attend the 2020 South Los Angeles Pre-Health Conference & Resource Fair Join us at the USC Caruso Center on January 25, 2020 for a FREE Pre-Health Conference & Resource Fair to learn more about what it takes to apply to a health professional school, strategies to prepare your application, how you can afford your education, and meet health professional recruiters to answer your questions. The goal of the…
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The Pandemic and Children’s Long-Term Mental Health
How will prolonged isolation during the pandemic affect children’s long-term mental health? Join CalMatters for a conversation with Dr. Nadine Burke-Harris, Surgeon General of California; Dr. Sergio Aguilar-Gaxiola, LPOC Board Vice-Chair and director of the UC Davis Center for Reducing Health Disparities; Patricia Lozano, executive director of Early Edge California; and Dr. Pedro Noguera, dean of the USC Rossier School of Education. Register Here Submit Your Questions Here ==
Find out more »Regulating the Stress Response for Kids: Practical Tips for Primary Care Providers
This webinar will offer practical tips and examples on how providers can incorporate stress regulation strategies into their treatment planning for pediatric patients. Presenters will: Share definitions, research, and the clinical response to address toxic stress through stress regulation strategies. Review the Six Stress-Busting Strategies and other ACEs Aware resources. Provide concrete examples and specific strategies on how to speak to patients and caregivers about mindfulness, supportive relationships, and mental health prior to the need for a referral. Presenters: Dayna…
Find out more »Dealing With the New Normal
Join the final session of the COVID-19 Virtual Briefing Series which will include lessons learned by physicians and healthcare providers from the COVID-19 pandemic on managing chronic care patients, mental health, the future of healthcare delivery, and elderly issues and terminal illness planning.
Find out more »September 2020
Racism: The Public Health Crisis
Join us for this revealing look at the effects of racism on health from the perspective of three leaders working to bring equity and compassion to the health care system.
Find out more »The Repressed Role of ACEs in Adult Well-Being, Disease & Social Functioning: Turning Gold into Lead
Learn about how adverse childhood experiences left unaddressed can result in a variety of health-related issues in adulthood. With Dr. Vincent J. Felitti and presented by Callifornia ACEs Academy.
Find out more »Virtual Grand Rounds: Transmission, Testing and Masks: Creating a Culture to Curb COVID-19
As a result of this activity, participants should be able to: Discuss and disseminate information on the importance of masking to patients and communities; Utilize behavior change strategies to encourage patients' adoption of best practices for face coverings; Choose the appropriate tests for patients and interpret test results based on the current state of COVID-19; Make test recommendations based on test shortage issues and state testing priorities; and Recommend protective equipment to use in clinical settings and community settings
Find out more »Is My Child Missing Out? Re-imagining the social needs of young children
Join this conversation addressing the question of what our youngest children need right now, and how we can together to handle the challenges of shelter in place.
Find out more »Protecting Our Children: COVID-19’s Impact on Early Childhood and ACEs
This webinar will bring together experts to provide insight on early childhood development, ACEs and COVID-19's impact on children.
Find out more »2020 North State ACEs VIRTUAL Summit
Join the Northern ACEs Collaborative (NAC), a division of the Population Health Innovation Lab (PHIL), a program of the Public Health Institute, for a memorable ONLINE and VIRTUAL experience at the first North State Adverse Childhood Experience (ACEs) VIRTUAL Summit.
Find out more »Our Gente Speaks: Health Justice during COVID-19
Learn about how together we can bring about Health Justice for all. We will discuss Health Access and Housing as a public health issue during COVID-19, current landscape and investments in these areas and opportunities for investment at the local and state levels.
Find out more »3rd Annual MiMentor Mentor Advisor Workshop (MAW)
Call For Potential Mentors for MiMentor’s “Medical School Readiness” (MSR) Series: Mi Mentor is seeking mentors for underrepresented students in medicine through the medical school application process.
Find out more »Transforming Systems to be Trauma-Informed, Culturally Responsive, and Neuroscientifically Focused
During this webinar, Dr. Alisha Moreland-Capuia will talk about her innovative, proven method on trauma-informed sytem change, followed by Q&A.
Find out more »Disrupting Upstream Determinants of Family & Community Violence During COVID-19
COVID-19 has highlighted the need to bolster economic support, access to affordable housing, and other fundamental necessities in low-income and minoritized communities. Cal-IHEA hopes to continue this dialogue by highlighting how these interventions can serve as primary and equity-focused primary preventative measures for family and community violence, while also protecting and supporting survivors of violence in California, especially in communities of color.
Find out more »Changing the Odds for Health in the Midst of a Global Pandemic
In this engaging session, Dr. Anthony Iton will speak to the intersection of public health and social justice and the importance of equity-driven policy solutions in our response to COVID-19.
Find out more »Parental ACEs and Pediatrics: Transforming Well Care
Learn about practical strategies for integrating trauma-informed health care into your team’s practice that improves patients’ well being and the productivity of your practice. Meet colleagues who share their experiences and successes providing trauma-informed health care in their practices. Listen to national and local experts. Talk to other professionals from your region in small groups facilitated by clinicians experienced in trauma-informed care. Get answers to your questions, obtain ongoing consultation, and support. Become part of your online regional community of…
Find out more »Together We Mentor: Primary Care & COVID-19
This TWM is an opportunity for pre-health students and medical students to learn about primary care and health disparities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Join us as we welcome Dr. Talamantes address health disparities during the COVID-19 pandemic. During this event we will address how AltaMed, a community centered health care organization is focused on addressing the health care disparities that are being illuminated during this health care crisis.
Find out more »Re-imagining Trustworthy, Just and Healing Systems of Care in Contra Costa County
We invite you to come together with others in Contra Costa’s network of care for critical inquiry into the dehumanizing systems that exacerbate trauma. We will learn and explore strategies to reclaim our humanity and collective well-being in order to transform ourselves and our systems. With these strategies, we will have the grace and strength to meet this incredibly difficult moment, for ourselves and the communities we serve.
Find out more »Early Childhood and Pediatric Provider Conversations
Join Pediatric Providers and Early Childhood Professionals in a conversation about the implications and applications of the screening and treatment of ACEs.
Find out more »Trauma-Informed Care and Services for Immigrant Families
The symposium will highlight leaders’ perspectives on this topic, including a panel of experts that will discuss the fiscal impact and policy solutions for providing trauma-informed care to immigrant families.
Find out more »Addressing Systemic Racism’s Impact on Latino Communities
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the synergistic effects of systemic racism, combined with other factors, on the health of Latinos in the United States. Long-standing and ongoing social and economic inequities–including health literacy barriers, disproportionate employment as essential workers, and limited access to employment and insurance benefits–leave Latinos at increased risk of contracting COVID-19 and having more severe cases of the disease. Latinos account for a disproportionate number of cases, are over 4 times as likely to be hospitalized than…
Find out more »4CA Policy Webinar: Supporting Children to Thrive – State & Federal Outlook
Join 4CA this webinar taking a look at trauma informed policy and budget implications at the state and federal levels, including the unique context of 2020.Our aim is to provide actionable information for California advocates who are working to advance policy on children’s resilience/adversity in 2021.
Find out more »Guiding Traumatized Families Through COVID19 Transitions
Change is everywhere. How can mental health professionals guide traumatized families through these times of uncertainty?
Family Systems Trauma | FST provides concrete tools and case examples that you can use immediately to help families prepare for school reentry, slow down family anxiety, and identify the root underlying cause of their trauma through what are called undercurrents.
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