(Webmaster’s note: At the June, 2010 60th Annual Clinical Meeting in Atlantic City, NJ,

Dr. Judi Gerardis of Hackensack took over the helm as President of NJOGS from 2010-2011.

She has promised to update her blog here on the NJOGS website.

Here is her first posting.)

President’s Message

 

I feel honored and privileged to serve as President of the Obstetrical and Gynecological Society of New Jersey.  The Society was founded in 1947. Our members continue to provide quality healthcare to the women in New Jersey and also aids in the scientific advancement of our members.  I am very excited about our upcoming programs.

 

We are sponsoring two new programs which have been very successful and well attended in the past.  We have several expert speakers encompassing a wide variety of topics.

 

The first is at the PNC Arts Center in Holmdel, New Jersey on November 12, 2010. Dr. Donald Chervenak, President elect and Chair has worked very hard to create a special program in November dedicated to Social Issues in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

 

Our second program is in June 12-13, 2011 at the Trump Plaza in Atlantic City, New Jersey. This program encompasses clinical issues in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

 

The New Jersey Obstetrics and Gynecological Society is active in both educational and legislative issues.

 

Politically, NJOGS has always been an active participant in supporting the needs and interests of New Jersey physicians.

 NJOGS has supported and encouraged legislation for tort reform including limitation on awards for non economic loss.

 

We have a close alliance with the New Jersey Section of ACOG and collaborate in both educational and legislative issues.

 

We are pleased to continue our alliance with AWHONN, New Jersey Section (Association of Women’s Health, Obstetrics and Neonatal Nurses). AWHONN is a co sponsor at both of our educational meetings. I believe this relationship is beneficial and can increase our exchange of knowledge and advance women's health care.

 

One of my many goals as President is to increase the Society’s membership and recognition.

 

The officers and council members of NJOGS hold voluntary positions.  Their dedication and commitment is unsurpassed.  Their efforts benefit all New Jersey physicians.  They continue to work tirelessly on your behalf representing the interests of OB/GYN physicians and maintaining the highest standards of our profession.

 

As President, I look forward to an exciting and challenging year.

 

I am committed to working closely with the council members on behalf of all New Jersey physicians, patients and all associated with the healthcare of women.

 

If you are not a member of NJOGS, I urge you to consider joining.  All of our efforts also benefit you and your patients.  An application can be downloaded from the website.  Active Member dues are $125.00 per year– Junior Members (Residents) are free.

 

NJOGS is a society you should be proud of and it is a Society you should be a part of.

 

We need your support.

 

Thank you,

 

Judi Rachel Gerardis, MD

President