Last Monday I went to Washington DC with Jaimon to talk with Rep Holden's Sen Casey's office on the AMA Medical Student Lobby Day. During the meetings with our representatives I passed along the positive feedback that I had heard about the meetings with the Hershey Families for Freedom. The people that I spoke with in Holden's office were very interested and seemed very friendly towards the medical profession and would sincerely like to keep medical decision making between the doctor and patient, as well maintaining a favorable economic incentive for doctors and nurses. Holden's office was very glad for the support of his position against the current overhaul. They talked about how hard is has been for them to work with other Democratic leaders who have written them off after his NO vote.
Sen Casey's office was less cordial, but still listened.
The AMA's stance is all about insurance coverage for all and they encouraged us all to push this message. There were a number of students who attened the Lobby Day who are against the bill, and I think it made an impression on Casey's and Holden's offices to hear some opposition coming from medical students.
I will post any feedback that I receive from the Lobby Day.
Ray
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Thanks for letting us know, Ray, that's awesome that you were able to go down to DC for that! The more doctors/med students they hear from, the better. Good work!
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