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Finding True Peace
December 14, 2023 12:19 amIt is unfortunate that not more people read the psalms on a regular basis. Jesus did, his Blessed Mother did. That is why priests, religious and many laity pray the liturgy of the hours. There are 150 psalms; some long, some short. If you are ever feeling blue, try reading and praying psalm 131 which is only three verses: “O Lord, my heart is not lifted up, my eyes are not raised too high; I do not occupy myself with things too great and too marvelous for me. But I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a child quieted... View Article
CMA Opposition to ASRM’s “New Definition of Infertility”
December 14, 2023 12:11 amBy Dr. Tim Millea The American Society for Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) Practice Committee recently announced a new definition of “infertility” by their organization. This definition includes several points that are incongruent with biological and medical facts, prompting the Catholic Medical Association (CMA) to address the issues pertinent to ASRM’s decision. According to ASRM CEO Jared Robbins, M.D., “This revised definition reflects that all persons, regardless of marital status, sexual orientation, or gender identity, deserve equal access to reproductive medicine. This inclusive definition helps ensure that anyone seeking to build a family has equitable access to infertility treatment and care.”... View Article
Time to Register Student Chapters and A Call to Mission
December 14, 2023 12:11 amRegister or Renew Your CMA Student Chapter for the 2023-2024 School Year! Novus Medicus is looking to update its database of school CMA chapters. If you are a member of a local CMA student group, please email Ashley Best, our Regional Director Committee Chair, at novusmedicus@cathmed.org to complete the application/renewal process and to connect your chapter with the appropriate regional director. We also ask that you fill out this Novus Medicus Student Section Check-In Form. Thank you in advance for your help in serving our community and connecting students to local groups and resources! Calling All Physicians Board Certified in... View Article
CMA Guilds Celebrate Annual White Masses Around the Country
December 14, 2023 12:11 amSaints Molla and Moscati Guild of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma The Saints Molla and Moscati Guild of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma celebrated its 10th Annual White Mass for health care professionals Saturday, October 14, 2023. The occasion was a collaborative effort of Saint Francis Health System, Ascension St. John, the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma, and the Catholic Medical Association, reflecting the teamwork and cooperation which distinguish Tulsa as one of the most vibrant cities for Catholic health care in the nation. The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass began at 5 pm at Holy Family Cathedral in downtown Tulsa... View Article
Scopes and Shields Restores Dignity to Incarcerated Patients
December 14, 2023 12:11 amBy Matt Griffith, M.D., MPH She lay dying from a disease she could not prevent or control, far from her home, shackled to her bed, and alone. As a third-year resident, I admitted this woman as a direct transfer from the state prison for respiratory failure, likely an acute complication of her chronic fibrotic lung disease. She had been in the hospital for this condition before and was used to being shackled to her hospital bed. I had never cared for a shackled patient before, but to her this was a familiar burden. So was the burden of being watched... View Article
