Berks County Medical Society

06/03/2026

Join us tonight at 6 p.m. on WEEU for the latest episode of Health Talk!

Local medical experts will discuss important health topics, answer pressing questions, and share valuable insight from years of experience. Have a question for the experts? Call-in at 610-374-8800!

Join us for a new episode of "Health Talk" tonight at 6 p.m. Presented by the Berks County Medical Society, medical experts will delve into current health issues, address your pressing questions and provide knowledgeable insight from their years of experience.

06/01/2026

June highlights several important health awareness initiatives, including Men’s Health Month, Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and National Safety Month.

These observances emphasize the importance of preventive care, early detection, and ongoing education to improve health outcomes across our communities.

Learn more about how physicians are supporting patient health: https://bit.ly/4aFVDop

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

We are grateful for their courage, dedication, and commitment to protecting our nation and our communities.

In observance of Memorial Day, we take a moment to reflect and give thanks.

05/21/2026

Your voice matters. We advocate for you.

Berks County Medical Society, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Medical Society, supports physicians through advocacy efforts that address key issues impacting patient care and the medical profession.

Stay connected and informed: https://bit.ly/3NmEqY6

05/13/2026

What’s fact vs. fiction in emergency medicine?

Join us for our latest Health Talk episode, “Life in the Emergency Department: How Real is the HBO Show ‘The Pitt’?” as we take a behind-the-scenes look at what really happens in the ER.

Featuring special guests Brian Lahmann, MD and Ankit Shah, MD, this conversation dives into the realities, challenges, and fast-paced decisions that define emergency care.

Tune into WEEU tonight at 6pm and see how Hollywood compares to real life.

05/08/2026

Sign up today for our 1824 Journal Club meeting on Thursday, May 14th!

This month’s presentations highlight clinically relevant research with a shared theme: the expanding role of GLP-1 medications across multiple specialties, including cardiovascular and liver disease, in addition to diabetes management.

Featured Presentations / Topics:
Samer Muallem, MD
Review of recent trials: HI-PEITHO and CHAMPION AF (reported by the ACC)
Article on improved outcomes with GLP-1 therapy following TAVR

Olapeju M. Simoyan, MD, MPH
British Medical Journal report on reduced risk of substance use disorders among veterans using GLP-1 medications for diabetes

Seth E. Rosenzweig, MD
Summary from Liver Cancer on the 2025 Lancet Commission Report on the prevention of liver cancer

Register by May 12th and join us at B2 Bistro + Bar on Thursday, May 14 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM for an evening of conversation, collaboration, and connection with fellow physicians!

Learn more and RSVP: https://bit.ly/48MzmUE

05/07/2026

May is filled with meaningful health awareness initiatives that highlight prevention, education, and overall wellbeing.

This month, we recognize:

🫀 Stroke Awareness Month

🧠 Mental Health Awareness Month

🩺 High Blood Pressure Education Month

🌿 Skin Cancer Awareness Month

👩⚕ National Women’s Health Month

🧓 Older Americans Month

🚭 To***co Cessation Awareness

Key observances include:

📅 May 6 – National Nurses Day

📅 May 11–17 – National Women’s Health Week

📅 May 18–24 – EMS Week

📅 May 31 – World No To***co Day

Join us this May in raising awareness, supporting healthier communities, and encouraging proactive care.

Learn more about physician wellness resources: https://bit.ly/4erh7FM

05/07/2026

Join us for a new episode of "Health Talk" tonight at 6 p.m. Presented by the Berks County Medical Society, medical experts will delve into current health issues, address your pressing questions and provide knowledgeable insight from their years of experience.

05/01/2026

Stay connected this May with PAMED Events & Education!

From virtual sessions to member meetings, these opportunities are designed to support physicians in practice, leadership, and advocacy.

View the full calendar https://bit.ly/4r8ChOq

04/28/2026

Join us for the Berks County Medical Society’s 1824 Journal Club May meeting at B2 Bistro on Thursday, May 14 from 6pm-8pm for an evening of conversation, collaboration, and connection with fellow physicians.

1824 Journal Club offers BCMS members the opportunity to come together in a relaxed setting to discuss current topics in medicine, share insights from clinical practice, and strengthen the professional community across Berks County.

Learn more about Journal Club at: https://bit.ly/3PYjUhz