Welcome. I would like to introduce you to the AUGS Advocacy Blog, the latest member benefit from AUGS. We have developed the AUGS Blog for a one-stop location on government relations news affecting women’s pelvic floor professionals. The blog tracks and archives regulatory updates, Federal Agency announcements, federal legislation, grassroots messages, advocacy information, education and research programs for female pelvic health programs, and general healthcare news.
There are 3 ways to access news on the blog:
- Visit the AUGS Blog at www.augsadvocacy.blogspot.com
- Click on AUGS Blog headlines on the AUGS Web site at http://www.augs.org/
- Sign up for E-mail alerts on the AUGS Blog
To help you get acquainted with the features offered by the blog, AUGS has created a list of “Frequently Asked Questions” that can be found here: http://www.augs.org/Advocacy/AdvocacyUpdateBlog/tabid/399/Default.aspx.
Staying aware of what is happening in healthcare is the best way to ensure that you are prepared for the latest regulations, policies, and laws that will affect your practice. The AUGS Blog is part of the Government Relations Committee’s effort to provide you with resources to enhance your services as a health care professional. We welcome any comments, questions, or news tips at info@augs.org.
In the coming year, AUGS Government Relations will continue building our presence as a healthcare leader by representing the urogynecologic sub-specialty in key public policy issues that affect the profession and patient care; ensuring that the voice of the urogynecologist is at the table during important policy discussions and decisions; and pursue advocacy efforts with federal policymakers, allied organizations, professionals with related goals, and patient advocacy groups. The AUGS Advocacy Blog will be home to news and developments on all of these efforts.
Sincerely,
Alan Garely, MD
President
AUGS Government Relations Committee
