Please make plans to join the TBA General, Solo & Small Firm Practitioners Section for a business meeting that will be held in conjunction with TBA Convention 2014.  The TBA General, Solo & Small Firm Practitioners Section meeting is scheduled as follows:

Date/Time:

Friday, June 13, 2014
9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Central / 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time

Location:

Park Vista Hotel
Mountainview C
705 Cherokee Orchard Road
Gatlinburg, TN
(800) 421-7275
www.parkvista.com

• A conference call will be available for those unable to join us in person. The following are the instructions for joining the call:

You will dial in on the following number:   

1-888-721-8686

You will then be prompted to enter the

following conference ID number,

followed by the pound (#) sign:

5722409 #

• There is still time if you would like to register for TBA Convention.  You may register by calling TBA at 1-800-899-6993 or in Nashville at 383-7421 or register online at: 

TBA Convention 2014

• You do not have to be registered for Convention to attend this Section meeting.  We hope to see you there!

Thank you!

Jenny Jones, TBA Sections and Committees Coordinator
jjones@tnbar.org

• Anne Sumpter Arney was named 2014 Women to Watch in Healthcare by the Nashville Medical News and 2014 Nashville Business Journal Healthcare Hero.?
• Christi Griffin has left SpecialtyCare to start her own solo firm, Griffin Law Office, in Wilson County.?
• David Lewis has joined Miller & Martin in their Nashville Office. ?
• Jeffrey Tuck has been named Chief Legal Officer at Summit Medical Group, PLLC in Knoxville.
• Mason Wilson was elected shareholder at Baker Donelson in Memphis.?
• Amy T. Campbell has joined the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at the University of Memphis to direct the new Health Law Institute.
• Angela Youngberg has left Rainey Kizer to join Waller in their Nashville Office.
• Denise Burke has left Butler Snow to join Waller in their Memphis Office.

1.      You’ll work with great people.

2.      You get to deal with cutting-edge issues.

3.      At cocktail parties, no one can figure out exactly what you do.

4.      You get to use important-sounding medical terms.

5.      There’s very little math involved.

6.      Because state and federal laws change so frequently…there’s job security.

7.      You get to use lots of acronyms.

8.      It’s easier than going to medical school.

9.      Litigation, transactions, regulatory work --- you can do it all!

10.    No “Rule Against Perpetuities.”

Thanks to the members of the TBA Health Law Section Executive Council for their service to the Section.  In addition to the production of the Section's Annual Forum and Primer, the executive council met regularly throughout the year, produced news to the members, and reviewed and commented on legislation proposed by the Tennessee General Assembly.  Thanks to all for your dedication and hard work!

Christie Burbank, Chair
Miller & Martin PLLC (Chattanooga)
cburbank@millermartin.com
 

Jesse Neil, Vice Chair
Community Health Systems (Franklin)
jesse_neil@chs.net
 

Angela Youngberg, Immediate Past Chair
Waller (Nashville)
Angela.youngberg@wallerlaw.com
 

Dale Amburn, East TN Delegate
London & Amburn (Knoxville)
damburn@latlaw.com
 

Amanda M. Busby, East TN Delegate
Anderson Busby, PLLC,  (Knoxville)
abusby@andersonbusby.com
 

Mark Cunningham, East TN Delegate
Chambliss, Bahner & Stophel P.C. (Chattanooga)
MCunningham@chamblisslaw.com
 

John D. Fitzgerald, Middle TN Delegate
Attorney at Law (Nashville)
john.fitzgerald133@gmail.com
 

William “Bill” E. Young, Middle TN Delegate
Administrative Offices of the Courts (Nashville)
bill.young@tncourts.gov
 

Brian Roark, Middle TN Delegate
Bass, Berry & Sims (Nashville)
BRoark@bassberry.com
 

Julia C. Morris, Middle TN Delegate
Office of General Counsel, Vanderbilt University (Nashville)
Julia.c.morris@vanderbilt.edu
 

Scott Richardson, Middle TN Delegate
LifePoint Hospitals, Inc. (Nashville)
Scott.Richardson@LPNT.net
 

J.D. Thomas, Middle TN Delegate
U.S. Attorney's Office, Middle District TN (Nashville)
john-david.thomas@usdoj.gov
 

David L. Steed, Middle TN Delegate
Cornelius & Collins (Nashville)
dlsteed@cornelius-collins.com
 

Yarnell Beatty, Middle TN Delegate
Tennessee Medical Association (Nashville)
yarnell.beatty@tnmed.org
 

Kim Looney, Middle TN Delegate
Waller (Nashville)
kim.looney@wallerlaw.com
 

Mark Ison, Middle TN Delegate
Sherrard & Roe (Nashville)
mison@sherrardroe.com
 

Monica Wharton, West TN Delegate
Regional Medical Center (Memphis)
mwharton@the-med.org
 

Denise Burke, West TN Delegate
Waller (Memphis)
Denise.burke@wallerlaw.com
 

Walter E. Schuler, West TN Delegate
University of Tennessee Health Science Center (Memphis)
wschuler@tennessee.edu
 

Amy Campbell, West TN Delegate
University of Memphis, Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law (Memphis)
A.T.Campbell@memphis.edu
 

William L. Bomar, West TN Delegate
Glankler Brown (Memphis)
bbomar@glankler.com
 

Robyn Diaz, West TN Delegate
St. Jude Research Hospital (Memphis)
Robyn.Diaz@stjude.org

Plan now to join us in the Smoky Mountains when the Tennessee Bar Association meets for the 133rd time on June 11-14 in Gatlinburg at the newly renovated Park Vista Doubletree.

PROGRAMMING starts with the Bench Bar Program on June 12 when author and political insider Keel Hunt and journalist John Seigenthaler take you behind the scenes to bring to life the dramatic transition of power from Gov. Ray Blanton to Gov. Lamar Alexander, and continues through Friday with 12 hours of CLE programming that is included in your registration. Among the programs will be Oliver Diaz’s account of his time under fire as a Mississippi Supreme Court justice, Brian Faughnan’s lively look at ethics issues facing lawyers, an examination of how new laws are changing the “wine and shine” industries, and a return of the popular Better Next Year program.

SOCIAL EVENTS include meeting with your colleagues at the Bench Bar and Lawyers Luncheons, a welcome reception on Wednesday, and an exciting journey through the Titanic Museum, where you will experience what it was like to walk the hallways, parlors and cabins of the Titanic while surrounded by more than 400 artifacts directly from the ship and its passengers. Your journey ends with a reception, dinner and dance.

CONVENTION CENTRAL, the newly renovated Park Vista Doubletree Hotel provides unparalleled views of the Great Smoky Mountains, and a convenient location near an endless supply of shopping, adventure and outdoor recreation. Make your reservations now to get the special TBA room rate of $117 per night. The deadline to reserve you room is May 23, so either visit www.parkvista.com or call 800-421-7275 today.  The Tennessee Bar Association also has arranged specially priced pacakges at two other nearby hotels. These are on or near Gatlinburg's main street, about five minutes from the Park Vista by shuttle or car.

Clarion Inn?
1100 Parkway?
Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
865-436-5656?
Cut off is May 26?Rate is $115 per night

Old Creek Lodge?
680 River Road ?
Gatlinburg, TN 37738?
865-430-7200?
Cut off is June 2?Rate is $108 per night

FAMILY FRIENDLY GATLINBURG offers a wealth of activities for visitors of all ages. As gateway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park — the most visited national park in the United States — Gatlinburg is a perfect starting place for exploring the natural wonder and breathing sights that await. You can also explore Appalachian Art at the Great Smoky Mountains Arts and Crafts Community. Just three miles from downtown, it hosts the largest group of independent artisans in North America. There are plenty more attractions and shopping venues throughout the downtown area, including Ripley’s Aquarium of the Smokies, the Dollywood theme park, and the Gatlinburg Aerial Tram.

For more information or to register for the 2014 TBA Annual Convention

Sign up online at:  www.tba.org/info/2014-tba-annual-convention

• Anne Sumpter Arney was named 2014 Women to Watch in Healthcare by the Nashville Medical News and 2014 Nashville Business Journal Healthcare Hero.?
• Christi Griffin has left SpecialtyCare to start her own solo firm, Griffin Law Office, in Wilson County.?
• David Lewis has joined Miller & Martin in their Nashville Office. ?
• Jeffrey Tuck has been named Chief Legal Officer at Summit Medical Group, PLLC in Knoxville.
• Mason Wilson was elected shareholder at Baker Donelson in Memphis.?
• Amy T. Campbell has joined the Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law at the University of Memphis to direct the new Health Law Institute.
• Angela Youngberg has left Rainey Kizer to join Waller in their Nashville Office.
• Denise Burke has left Butler Snow to join Waller in their Memphis Office.

Please make plans to join your colleagues at this year's TBA Health Law Section CLE programs at the Cool Springs Embassy Suites in Franklin.  The 26th Annual Health Law Forum is set for October 9-10, 2014; and, the 14th Annual Health Law Primer is set for October 8, 2014.

26th Annual Health Law Forum

The TBA Health Law Forum is recognized as one of the premier health law programs in the country and this year's annual event is another not to be missed program.  This program includes two full days—15 hours of CLE programming­. Attendees will hear from leading experts in the field and programming will include the following sessions, and more:

• The Affordable Care Act
• Fraud and Abuse Update
• HIPPA & HITECH Update
• Government Perspectives on Healthcare Fraud and Enforcement
• Tennessee Health Law and Legislative Updates
• Ethics

14th Annual Health Law Primer

If you are new to health law practice or are someone who represents health care clients on legal matters and need a refresher on the major areas of health care law, this program is for you. The Health Law Primer will provide a general health law overview, with experienced health care leaders discussing the nuts and bolts of a typical health care practice.  This year's program will includes sessions on:

• Fraud & Abuse
• HIPPA
• Select Topics in Health Care
• The Life Cycle of a Physician Practice

Watch for further details and registration information as plans develop for both the Health Law Forum and Health Law Primer through the TennBarU CLE Center course catalog at:  www.tnbaru.com/CLE/catalog_by_date.php.

Don't forget that you can save money when you register for these programs by using your three hours of prepaid CLE credits that come with your TBA Complete Membership! 

It has been an honor to serve as Vice-Chair and Chair-Elect of the TBA’s Health Law Section. Section Chair Christie Burbank has worked diligently to diversify the Executive Council and expand the courses offered at the annual Health Law Forum and Primer. Historically, the 3-day meeting has been one of the most successful and well-respected health care CLE events in the country, and 2014 promises more of the same. Thank you, Christie.

I am particularly excited to help lead the Section during a time of great change in the health care industry. Tennessee is home to many of the country’s most innovative and successful health care companies, and the need for sophisticated legal advice has never been greater. With great change comes great opportunity, and members of this Section are helping to lead at a critical time. It is truly a unique opportunity for the Section to serve our clients and the health care community as a whole.

Finally, I hope you will continue to share your thoughts and ideas about how we can best serve our members. The TBA’s Health Law Section is blessed to have a large, talented, and diverse membership, and the opportunities for us to serve are many.

I look forward to working with you all.

Sincerely,

Jesse C. Neil
Jesse_Neil@chs.net

The TBA Health Law Section Executive Council has been very busy this year as we are now finalizing our planning for the ever-popular annual Health Law Forum and Primer to be held this year on October 8th through 10th.  A highlight from this year's Forum will be a session on the Affordable Care Act by Deputy Commissioner Darin Gordon, Director of TennCare and the Division of Health Care Finance and Administration for the State of Tennessee.  Sandy Teplitzky and Julie Kass will join us again for the excellent Fraud and Abuse Update.  Other presentations will include, among many others, a panel discussion on Government Perspectives on Healthcare Fraud and Enforcement, a HIPAA & HITECH update, a Risk Management session, a 2014 Tennessee Law and Legislative update, and Ethics.  The Health Law Section will also host their annual Section luncheon at the Forum that is open to its members by advance reservation.  We hope to see many of you there!

Please look out in the coming months for a brief survey that the Executive Council will be sending to our Section members that will ask questions about the type and setting of your practice and about programming suggestions so that we might better tailor future programming to meet the needs of this Section’s membership.  We hope that you will take just a few minutes to respond to this short survey upon receipt as the greater the membership participation, the better we can serve the membership going forward.

Finally, thank you for allowing me to serve as the Chair of this Section.  I have thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity, with the Executive Council’s assistance, to further the interests of this Section.  I am particularly proud of our Health Law Section and the impressive Tennessee health care attorneys who make up its membership.

Please let me know if ever you have any questions, concerns and/or recommendations in relation to the TBA Health Law Section. 

All my best,

Christie Kizer Burbank, Chair
cburbank@millermartin.com

Thanks to the members of the 2013 - 2014 TBA Appellate Practice Section Executive Council for their service to the Section.   In addition to meeting regularly throughout the year, the executive council partnered with the TBA Access to Justice Committee and TALS on the Appellate Pro Bono pilot program, produced the Court of Appeals Boot Camp, and reviewed legislation proposed by the Tennessee General Assembly.  Thanks to everyone for their hard work and dedication to the work of this Section.

Amy Farrar, Chair
Hagan & Farrar, PLLC (Murfreesboro)
amy@haganfarrar.com
 

Bob Parsley, Vice-Chair
Miller & Martin PLLC (Chattanooga)
bparsley@millermartin.com
 

Mark Fulks, Immediate Past Chair
Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC (Johnson City)
mfulks@bakerdonelson.com
 

David Raybin, Middle TN Delegate
Hollins Raybin & Weissman PC (Nashville)
draybin@hollinslegal.com
 

Jeff DeVasher, Middle TN Delegate
Metro Public Defenders Office (Nashville)
jeff.devasher@nashville.gov
 

Pat Moskal, Middle TN Delegate
Bradley Arant Boult Cummings (Nashville)
pmoskal@babc.com
 

Alistair Newbern, Middle TN Delegate
Vanderbilt Legal Clinic (Nashville)
alistair.e.newbern@vanderbilt.edu
 

Buck Lewis, West TN Delegate
Baker, Donelson, Bearman, Caldwell & Berkowitz PC (Memphis)
blewis@bakerdonelson.com
 

Mary Wagner, West TN Delegate
Rice Amundsen & Caperton (Memphis)
mwagner@capertonlaw.com