
The Verdict
Episodes
31 episodes
The Verdict: Don't Miss Out! Insights from Dawn Wilno on the NYMGMA Spring Seminars and Annual Conference
Join host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, as she chats with Dawn Wilno, President of Core Association Partners, the Association Management Partner of the NYMGMA, and the organization’s acting Executive Director. Dawn shares details on several spring semin...
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18:43

The Verdict: The New York State Dental Foundation Brunch and the "9 to Thrive" Initiative
What's the latest from the New York State Dental Foundation? Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, chats with Dr. Loren Baim and Executive Director Stacy Mcilduff about their Annual Brunch on May 31st at the Marriott Uniondale (11:30 a.m.) and their critic...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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16:47

The Verdict: Understanding and Welcoming LGBTQ+ Patients: A Conversation with Salvatore Volpe, M.D.
Join host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, as she discusses practical strategies for creating a healthcare environment where LGBTQ+ patients feel safe, respected and welcomed.
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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43:31

The Verdict: Inside MLMIC's CME+ Educational Programs
Join host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, as she explores MLMIC's CME+ programs with Risk Management Attorney, Brian Felton, Esq.In this episode, we shine a spotlight on a valuable resource for our policyholders: MLMIC's CME+ programs. Brian Felton...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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17:45

MLMIC's Organizational Office Survey: Your Key to a Safer Practice
Join host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, as she explores MLMIC's risk management services with Senior Risk Management Consultant Shelly Kriete, BS, CPHQ, CPHRM, highlighting the Organizational Risk Management Assessment.
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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15:37

Wrongful Birth: The Importance of Timely Communication of Critical Test Results
During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU shares a case study discussing the importance of timely and accurate communication of test results during pregnancy. The case study shows the devastating consequences of failing to report critical i...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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12:55

Breaking the Stigma: A Conversation with the New York State Dental Association About Their Committee on Substance Use Disorder and Well-Being
During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, sits down with Committee Member Dr. Amy Bryan, Committee Peer Assistant Coordinator Dr. Robert Herzog and director of Dental Practice Support Jacqueline Donnelly to discuss the New York State Denta...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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26:18

The Power of Giving Toothday: A Closer Look with New York State Dental Foundation's Executive Director, Stacy McIlduff
During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz sits down with Stacy McIlduff, Executive Director of the New York State Dental Foundation, to chat about Giving Toothday and the Foundation’s fundraising efforts for 2025.Dentists interested in cre...
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24:37

A Complex Case Study: Deep Vein Thrombosis Leading to Pulmonary Embolism
During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz sits down with Kathy Harth, Assistant Vice President of Claims to discuss a complex case involving a sedentary patient with chronic conditions who developed a deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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18:40

The Future of Healthcare: The Verdict on Value-Based Care
Are you ready to dive into the world of Value-Based Care? Join Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, for the latest episode of The Verdict, MLMIC’s podcast, as she sits down with Dr. Salvatore Volpe to discuss the intricacies and advantages of this patient...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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36:04

The Value of Compassionate Care for the Elderly
Join Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU for a thought-provoking episode of MLMIC’s podcast, The Verdict, as she delves into the topic of healthy aging and aging in place with Dr. Salvatore Volpe. Dr. Volpe discusses the challenges of aging in...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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37:33

Harnessing Health Data: A Conversation with Dr. Volpe
In this exclusive interview on The Verdict, Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, sits down with renowned expert Dr. Salvatore Volpe, the author of the groundbreaking book "Health Informatics." Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of data-driven ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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24:35

The Medical Society of the State of New York's Peer-2-Peer Program: Finding Support in the Medical Community
Join host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU, on "The Verdict" as we delve into the world of MSSNY's Peer-2-Peer (P2P) Program for physicians in New York. Our guest, Dr. Frank Dowling, shares his insights on MSSNY's P2P Program, a valuable resource for physic...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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31:56

Inside MSSNY's Payment & Practice Division: A Deep Dive with Heather Lopez
Join Host, Tammie Smeltz, RPLU for an exclusive conversation with Heather Lopez, Vice President of MSSNY's Payment & Practice Division. In this thought-provoking podcast, Heather will share her insights on the current state of healthcare pa...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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30:07

Unpacking the World's Fair of Dentistry with Dr. Chad Gehani, Executive Director of the Queens County Dental Society
During this episode, Host Tammie Smeltz, RPLU sits down with Dr. Chad Gehani to discuss the Queens County Dental Society's upcoming event, World's Fair of Dentistry. Dr. Gehani also shares his inspiring story as a practicing dentist originally ...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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41:35

A Conversation with Theressa Eliscar-Hewett, D.D.S., New Dentist Chair, Second District Dental Society
During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz sits down with Dr. Eliscar-Hewett of the Second District Dental Society. Dr. Eliscar-Hewett shares her experience as a new dentist and discusses a few fun events the Second District Dental Society offers ...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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36:59

Case Study: Lost Medical Records Result in a Severe Allergic Reaction to Bactrim.
During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz shares a case study discussing the importance of proper documentation when treating patients with sulfa allergies and the risk of “curbside consultations.”
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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13:21

Post-Operative Bladder Injury After Gynecological Surgery and the Impact of Appropriate Informed Consent
During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz sits down with Kathy Harth, Assistant Vice President of Claims to discuss an interesting case involving a bladder injury after a total abdominal hysterectomy. Kathy provides several take-aways regarding t...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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20:33

Get to Know Thomas Lee, M.D., MBA, Executive Vice President of the Medical Society of the State of New York
During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz chats with the new Executive Vice President of the Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY), Dr. Thomas Lee. Dr. Lee discusses his incredible history as a practicing neurosurgeon in New York. He p...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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30:56

Legislative Updates with Moe Auster, Esq. and Marc Craw, Esq.
During this podcast Host Tammie Smeltz sits down with Moe Auster, Esq. and Marc Craw, Esq. as they provide a detailed overview of the Grieving Families Act and how it will impact the physicians in New York.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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31:43

Meet Loretta Ponesse, Executive Director of the New York Chapter of the American College of Physicians
During this podcast, Host Tammie Smeltz chats with Loretta Ponesse, Executive Director of the New York Chapter of the American College of Physicians (NYACP). Loretta and Tammie discuss the NYACP’s Annual Scientific Meeting including the Doctor’...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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21:31

A Conversation with Dr. Jerome Cohen, President of the Medical Society of the State of New York
During this podcast, Tammie Smeltz sits down with Dr. Jerome Cohen, President of the Medical Society of the State of New York, to discuss his role in organized medicine and his passion for tort reform. Dr. Cohen shares stories about his h...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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21:33

A Conversation with Dr. John Lombardo, CMO of MLMIC Insurance Company
Welcome to Season 2 of The Verdict. During this podcast, Dr. John Lombardo shares impactful stories about his career in medicine and his role as Chief Medical Officer of MLMIC Insurance Company. Our discussion also includes MLMIC's relationship...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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19:46

Treatment of Multiple Open Fractures of the Fingers and Post-Reduction Imaging
In this episode, Assistant Vice President of Claims, Kathy Harth, discusses a case that went to trial involving a failure to properly treat multiple fractured fingers resulting in deformity and loss of use of the hand.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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13:43

A Conversation with the Monroe County Medical Society
During this episode, Content Marketing Manager Tammie Smeltz speaks with Lucia Acosta-Castillejo and Susan Bartl-Conley of the Monroe County Medical Society. They discuss the upcoming Ask the Carrier Conference in Rochester New York and other...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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27:38
