Travis County Medical Society

11/19/2025

Last week, we celebrated our exceptional 2025 award winners at the Annual Business Dinner. Meet the remarkable individuals who are making a difference in our community (from left to right):
🏆 2025 Community Citation for Distinguished Service - Belinda Clare
🏆 2025 TCMS Physician of the Year - Dr. Jack Bissett
🏆 2025 Humanitarian of the Year - Dr. Mark Ambler
🏆 2025 Ruth M. Bain, MD Young Physician - Dr. Jennifer Nordhauser

11/18/2025

TCMS member Dr. Tina Philip speaks up about Whooping cough spiking in Austin area, read more below 👇

11/13/2025

Don’t let Medicare’s new revisions take you by surprise. Beginning in 2026, updates to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule and Quality Payment Program may have implications for your practice and financial outcomes. Join TMA’s live Medicare Update CME-approved webinar to get expert guidance on navigating the new Medicare landscape. Live event is free for members and non-members.

Register now: https://hubs.li/Q03S55HM0

11/08/2025

A message from our Friends of the Society 🌟MedPro Group 🌟
https://www.medpro.com/

11/06/2025

NOVEMBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT 🌟 Dr. J. Taylor Lackey 🌟
You have to hand it to Dr. J. Taylor Lackey - he certainly knows the importance of patient care. “Be available, affable, and able to provide good care; your practice will grow as a by-product!” are the words he lives by as an orthopedic hand surgeon with Austin Sports Medicine. Read more: https://imis.texmed.org/TMAiMis/Travis/Communications/Member_Spotlight.aspx

10/30/2025

Our physicians and their families enjoyed a delightfully spooky time at Trunk N Treat! A special thank you to our sponsors for their support in making this event truly memorable. 👻🎃
River ENT , We Are Blood , Ascent Pain Solutions , Andrea Amico-ATX Realtor Physicians First Bancorp, Texas Medical Liability Trust (TMLT) , Graystone Consulting, GRM Information Management , Broadway Bank , ProAssurance , MedPro Group , Golden Medical Billing, Travis County Medical Alliance & Foundation

10/16/2025

🌟A message from our Friends of the Society, Atchley & Associates, LLP 🌟
As a health care provider, your focus is on patient care—ours is on helping you thrive financially.

🔹 Tailored financial strategies to help your practice grow
🔹 Expert board representation
🔹 Clear income reporting
🔹 Contract reviews that protect your interests

Whether you're starting a new practice or managing a busy one, let us handle the financial complexities so you can focus on what matters most—your patients.
https://atchleycpas.com/health-care

10/08/2025

🌟A message from our Friends of the Society, TMA Insurance Trust 🌟
Premiums are rising, but you can still lock in 2025 rates. Don’t wait for the new year’s increases. See how TMA Insurance Trust may help you get access to group PPO health insurance coverage, even with no W-2 employees.

10/03/2025

OCTOBER MEMBER SPOTLIGHT 🌟 Dr. Louis Robinett 🌟
As a rheumatologist, Dr. Louis Robinett often works in shades of gray—sorting through complex data and subtle clues to uncover the right diagnosis. He enjoys the challenge of piecing together these medical puzzles and finds great reward in helping patients gain clarity and relief. Read more: https://imis.texmed.org/TMAiMis/Travis/Communications/Member_Spotlight.aspx

10/03/2025

Dr. Potter is Taking a Stand—speaking out on the critical issue of prior authorization delays that impact both patients and physicians. Her voice adds urgency to the conversation around healthcare access and administrative barriers. 💬🩺

Dealing with prior authorization delays is a struggle for many patients and physicians says Elisabeth Potter, MD, who specializes in breast reconstruction and plastic surgery. She has shared her frustrations with media and on social media, and is now sharing her experience with TMA President Jayesh “Jay” Shah, MD, on his podcast, Let Doctors Be Doctors.

https://hubs.li/Q03LDYVm0

10/02/2025

This Sunday Walk with a Doc - "Take a step towards better health..." People's Community Clinic 🚶‍♂️🚶‍♀️🚶

Mark your calendars and join People’s Community Clinic and Dr. Keta Pandit for Walk with a Doc! 🌿 Take a step towards better health with Dr. Pandit as we explore the great outdoors together. Enjoy fresh air, share stories, and gain valuable health tips, all while connecting with your community. This event is FREE for adolescents and their families! Let's walk towards wellness together! 🚶‍♂️💚 Click the link to learn more: https://bit.ly/46tLGZ4

📅 Sunday, Oct. 5
⌚ 10:00am – 11:30am
📍 3601 Zach Scott street, Austin, TX 78723