Guest guest Posted October 6, 2006 Report Share Posted October 6, 2006 Michele, I”d definitely come for it. We are talking about a big slumber party at your place, right? J Regards, M. Wilterding, M.D. 711 Encino Pl. NE; Suite D Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 265-2244 Fax: From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of L. Gordon Sent: Thursday, October 05, 2006 8:57 AM To: Subject: Re: IMP meeting I like the idea of a meeting for us. Gordon At 09:43 AM 10/5/2006, you wrote: Dear - It's easy for me to say yes, as I live " just down the road " by western standards anyway. So I defer to the rest of the group. I'd like to do it, though. I think it is fair to say that all who attended the IMP gatherings in DC thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie, were mentally stimulated by learning what others do and how to adapt things to suit their practice, and got the brain snapping with ideas on how to help others ‘find the light’. I found myself craving more time together with this awesome group. I would love to have us gather again, but specifically for IMPing, and not trying to cram it in during another event (and thus shortchange our time together).’ It could be a learning and planning session. Learn more about IMP stuff, and help get the word out there about what we are doing. If people are interested, I would be happy to help host this in Colorado – centrally located, beautiful place, etc. I was thinking we could meet during ‘off season’ to keep lodging rates down. Or, we could meet during ski season, if that is preferable. I’m between Colorado Springs (great place) and Summit County (read mountains), and would be happy to work on this. Thoughts? A. Eads, M.D. Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone fax P.O. Box 7275 Woodland Park, CO 80863 -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.12/462 - Release Date: 10/3/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 6, 2006 Report Share Posted October 6, 2006 Bob, this sounds like a great plan to me! I like the idea of a series of short presentations on each participant’s path to where they are. I think such format would really be helpful, as there is so much creativity out there, and we didn’t get to spend much time exploring that in DC. Regards, M. Wilterding, M.D. 711 Encino Pl. NE; Suite D Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 265-2244 Fax: From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Bob Forester MD Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:41 AM To: Subject: Re: IMP meeting Dear , I would like to second your suggestion of an interim IMP meeting. Though RJ and I are out of the insurance/billing business loop that tends predominates the listserv, there are still a TON of issues that we share in common. Many have solved these problems in unique and translatable ways. I would love to come to Colorado. But I also really like ' suggestion of Las Vegas as an even more accessible and a reasonably inexpensive option. I would be particularly interested in a meeting with a format (similar to the IMP Convocation) but expanded to allow 15 minute presentations each of the established practices who would briefly highlight their practice journey and then in greater depth describe one or two problems that they feel they have solved particularly well (i.e. you could describe your physical workflow, Judy could describe her chronic disease management registry, Brady could describe including his local community, we could describe our " alternative funding model " ). The presentations could be grouped around single topics (EMR, billing/insurance, finances, database/website, supplies, community, etc.) Each topic might last a couple of hours. We could probably cover six major areas over Sat am, Sat pm and Sun am and have enough time to hear from all the IMP's in attendance. Perhaps Gordon would introduce each topic by providing an overview of the pitfalls/experience of others, any findings from the literature. Then 2-4 practices would present their story. We would close each topic with a moderated discussion on that single topic for 20-30 minutes with the entire group. I know this is a rather detailed description, but it is just a brainstorming proposal for someone else to grapple with and improve. It would take some coordination of the topics and presntation (... Gordon?). I think you have a great idea! > > I think it is fair to say that all who attended the IMP gatherings in DC > thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie, were mentally stimulated by learning > what others do and how to adapt things to suit their practice, and got the > brain snapping with ideas on how to help others 'find the light'. I found > myself craving more time together with this awesome group. > > > > I would love to have us gather again, but specifically for IMPing, and not > trying to cram it in during another event (and thus shortchange our time > together).' It could be a learning and planning session. Learn more about > IMP stuff, and help get the word out there about what we are doing. > > > > If people are interested, I would be happy to help host this in Colorado - > centrally located, beautiful place, etc. I was thinking we could meet > during 'off season' to keep lodging rates down. Or, we could meet during > ski season, if that is preferable. I'm between Colorado Springs (great > place) and Summit County (read mountains), and would be happy to work on > this. > > > > Thoughts? > > > > A. Eads, M.D. > > Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC > > phone fax > > P.O. Box 7275 > > Woodland Park, CO 80863 > -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 I had come up with the idea of moving from my current practice (a 7-provider clinic in a 12 clinic hospital-owned system) to a minimal overhead practice (in the daylight basement of my home) by the middle of 2007. I mentioned this to a physician at a Pharma sponsored “CME” dinner at the AAFP meeting in Washington, and he told me that it had been done before, and suggested that I Google Gordon . I did, and was up half of the night. Then, the next day, I was at a presentation by Lou Spikol and one of the other attendees gave me a card with the IMP website, plus the suggestion that I join this group. I have started reading through the archives of this listserv, and am up to June, 2003. I purchased an EKG that will plug into a computer on E-bay for $239.00 last night, and have confirmed that my city will let me have an office in my home. I have an appointment with my accountant (who helped me start a solo but traditional practice 23 years ago) next week, to discuss going back into solo practice. I am raring to go! I would love to attend a meeting on this. Las Vegas would be ideal, since lodging and transportation are relatively inexpensive, but I would go most anywhere. I hope that the leaders of this “movement” can put something together soon. I would be happy to present on EMRs, especially with respect to using them for quality improvement activities, though my main goal would be to learn from those who have gone before me. I wished I had learned of this group a couple of weeks ago, before the AAFP meeting, so I could have met some of you there Let’s keep this idea alive! T. , MD Medical Director, Swedish Physicians Pine Lake Planning to be Solo by June, 2007 From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Wilterding Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:38 AM To: Subject: RE: Re: IMP meeting Bob, this sounds like a great plan to me! I like the idea of a series of short presentations on each participant’s path to where they are. I think such format would really be helpful, as there is so much creativity out there, and we didn’t get to spend much time exploring that in DC. Regards, M. Wilterding, M.D. 711 Encino Pl. NE; Suite D Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 265-2244 Fax: From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Bob Forester MD Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:41 AM To: Subject: Re: IMP meeting Dear , I would like to second your suggestion of an interim IMP meeting. Though RJ and I are out of the insurance/billing business loop that tends predominates the listserv, there are still a TON of issues that we share in common. Many have solved these problems in unique and translatable ways. I would love to come to Colorado. But I also really like ' suggestion of Las Vegas as an even more accessible and a reasonably inexpensive option. I would be particularly interested in a meeting with a format (similar to the IMP Convocation) but expanded to allow 15 minute presentations each of the established practices who would briefly highlight their practice journey and then in greater depth describe one or two problems that they feel they have solved particularly well (i.e. you could describe your physical workflow, Judy could describe her chronic disease management registry, Brady could describe including his local community, we could describe our " alternative funding model " ). The presentations could be grouped around single topics (EMR, billing/insurance, finances, database/website, supplies, community, etc.) Each topic might last a couple of hours. We could probably cover six major areas over Sat am, Sat pm and Sun am and have enough time to hear from all the IMP's in attendance. Perhaps Gordon would introduce each topic by providing an overview of the pitfalls/experience of others, any findings from the literature. Then 2-4 practices would present their story. We would close each topic with a moderated discussion on that single topic for 20-30 minutes with the entire group. I know this is a rather detailed description, but it is just a brainstorming proposal for someone else to grapple with and improve. It would take some coordination of the topics and presntation (... Gordon?). I think you have a great idea! > > I think it is fair to say that all who attended the IMP gatherings in DC > thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie, were mentally stimulated by learning > what others do and how to adapt things to suit their practice, and got the > brain snapping with ideas on how to help others 'find the light'. I found > myself craving more time together with this awesome group. > > > > I would love to have us gather again, but specifically for IMPing, and not > trying to cram it in during another event (and thus shortchange our time > together).' It could be a learning and planning session. Learn more about > IMP stuff, and help get the word out there about what we are doing. > > > > If people are interested, I would be happy to help host this in Colorado - > centrally located, beautiful place, etc. I was thinking we could meet > during 'off season' to keep lodging rates down. Or, we could meet during > ski season, if that is preferable. I'm between Colorado Springs (great > place) and Summit County (read mountains), and would be happy to work on > this. > > > > Thoughts? > > > > A. Eads, M.D. > > Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC > > phone fax > > P.O. Box 7275 > > Woodland Park, CO 80863 > -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 I had come up with the idea of moving from my current practice (a 7-provider clinic in a 12 clinic hospital-owned system) to a minimal overhead practice (in the daylight basement of my home) by the middle of 2007. I mentioned this to a physician at a Pharma sponsored “CME” dinner at the AAFP meeting in Washington, and he told me that it had been done before, and suggested that I Google Gordon . I did, and was up half of the night. Then, the next day, I was at a presentation by Lou Spikol and one of the other attendees gave me a card with the IMP website, plus the suggestion that I join this group. I have started reading through the archives of this listserv, and am up to June, 2003. I purchased an EKG that will plug into a computer on E-bay for $239.00 last night, and have confirmed that my city will let me have an office in my home. I have an appointment with my accountant (who helped me start a solo but traditional practice 23 years ago) next week, to discuss going back into solo practice. I am raring to go! I would love to attend a meeting on this. Las Vegas would be ideal, since lodging and transportation are relatively inexpensive, but I would go most anywhere. I hope that the leaders of this “movement” can put something together soon. I would be happy to present on EMRs, especially with respect to using them for quality improvement activities, though my main goal would be to learn from those who have gone before me. I wished I had learned of this group a couple of weeks ago, before the AAFP meeting, so I could have met some of you there Let’s keep this idea alive! T. , MD Medical Director, Swedish Physicians Pine Lake Planning to be Solo by June, 2007 From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Wilterding Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:38 AM To: Subject: RE: Re: IMP meeting Bob, this sounds like a great plan to me! I like the idea of a series of short presentations on each participant’s path to where they are. I think such format would really be helpful, as there is so much creativity out there, and we didn’t get to spend much time exploring that in DC. Regards, M. Wilterding, M.D. 711 Encino Pl. NE; Suite D Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 265-2244 Fax: From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Bob Forester MD Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:41 AM To: Subject: Re: IMP meeting Dear , I would like to second your suggestion of an interim IMP meeting. Though RJ and I are out of the insurance/billing business loop that tends predominates the listserv, there are still a TON of issues that we share in common. Many have solved these problems in unique and translatable ways. I would love to come to Colorado. But I also really like ' suggestion of Las Vegas as an even more accessible and a reasonably inexpensive option. I would be particularly interested in a meeting with a format (similar to the IMP Convocation) but expanded to allow 15 minute presentations each of the established practices who would briefly highlight their practice journey and then in greater depth describe one or two problems that they feel they have solved particularly well (i.e. you could describe your physical workflow, Judy could describe her chronic disease management registry, Brady could describe including his local community, we could describe our " alternative funding model " ). The presentations could be grouped around single topics (EMR, billing/insurance, finances, database/website, supplies, community, etc.) Each topic might last a couple of hours. We could probably cover six major areas over Sat am, Sat pm and Sun am and have enough time to hear from all the IMP's in attendance. Perhaps Gordon would introduce each topic by providing an overview of the pitfalls/experience of others, any findings from the literature. Then 2-4 practices would present their story. We would close each topic with a moderated discussion on that single topic for 20-30 minutes with the entire group. I know this is a rather detailed description, but it is just a brainstorming proposal for someone else to grapple with and improve. It would take some coordination of the topics and presntation (... Gordon?). I think you have a great idea! > > I think it is fair to say that all who attended the IMP gatherings in DC > thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie, were mentally stimulated by learning > what others do and how to adapt things to suit their practice, and got the > brain snapping with ideas on how to help others 'find the light'. I found > myself craving more time together with this awesome group. > > > > I would love to have us gather again, but specifically for IMPing, and not > trying to cram it in during another event (and thus shortchange our time > together).' It could be a learning and planning session. Learn more about > IMP stuff, and help get the word out there about what we are doing. > > > > If people are interested, I would be happy to help host this in Colorado - > centrally located, beautiful place, etc. I was thinking we could meet > during 'off season' to keep lodging rates down. Or, we could meet during > ski season, if that is preferable. I'm between Colorado Springs (great > place) and Summit County (read mountains), and would be happy to work on > this. > > > > Thoughts? > > > > A. Eads, M.D. > > Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC > > phone fax > > P.O. Box 7275 > > Woodland Park, CO 80863 > -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 I had come up with the idea of moving from my current practice (a 7-provider clinic in a 12 clinic hospital-owned system) to a minimal overhead practice (in the daylight basement of my home) by the middle of 2007. I mentioned this to a physician at a Pharma sponsored “CME” dinner at the AAFP meeting in Washington, and he told me that it had been done before, and suggested that I Google Gordon . I did, and was up half of the night. Then, the next day, I was at a presentation by Lou Spikol and one of the other attendees gave me a card with the IMP website, plus the suggestion that I join this group. I have started reading through the archives of this listserv, and am up to June, 2003. I purchased an EKG that will plug into a computer on E-bay for $239.00 last night, and have confirmed that my city will let me have an office in my home. I have an appointment with my accountant (who helped me start a solo but traditional practice 23 years ago) next week, to discuss going back into solo practice. I am raring to go! I would love to attend a meeting on this. Las Vegas would be ideal, since lodging and transportation are relatively inexpensive, but I would go most anywhere. I hope that the leaders of this “movement” can put something together soon. I would be happy to present on EMRs, especially with respect to using them for quality improvement activities, though my main goal would be to learn from those who have gone before me. I wished I had learned of this group a couple of weeks ago, before the AAFP meeting, so I could have met some of you there Let’s keep this idea alive! T. , MD Medical Director, Swedish Physicians Pine Lake Planning to be Solo by June, 2007 From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Wilterding Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:38 AM To: Subject: RE: Re: IMP meeting Bob, this sounds like a great plan to me! I like the idea of a series of short presentations on each participant’s path to where they are. I think such format would really be helpful, as there is so much creativity out there, and we didn’t get to spend much time exploring that in DC. Regards, M. Wilterding, M.D. 711 Encino Pl. NE; Suite D Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 265-2244 Fax: From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Bob Forester MD Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:41 AM To: Subject: Re: IMP meeting Dear , I would like to second your suggestion of an interim IMP meeting. Though RJ and I are out of the insurance/billing business loop that tends predominates the listserv, there are still a TON of issues that we share in common. Many have solved these problems in unique and translatable ways. I would love to come to Colorado. But I also really like ' suggestion of Las Vegas as an even more accessible and a reasonably inexpensive option. I would be particularly interested in a meeting with a format (similar to the IMP Convocation) but expanded to allow 15 minute presentations each of the established practices who would briefly highlight their practice journey and then in greater depth describe one or two problems that they feel they have solved particularly well (i.e. you could describe your physical workflow, Judy could describe her chronic disease management registry, Brady could describe including his local community, we could describe our " alternative funding model " ). The presentations could be grouped around single topics (EMR, billing/insurance, finances, database/website, supplies, community, etc.) Each topic might last a couple of hours. We could probably cover six major areas over Sat am, Sat pm and Sun am and have enough time to hear from all the IMP's in attendance. Perhaps Gordon would introduce each topic by providing an overview of the pitfalls/experience of others, any findings from the literature. Then 2-4 practices would present their story. We would close each topic with a moderated discussion on that single topic for 20-30 minutes with the entire group. I know this is a rather detailed description, but it is just a brainstorming proposal for someone else to grapple with and improve. It would take some coordination of the topics and presntation (... Gordon?). I think you have a great idea! > > I think it is fair to say that all who attended the IMP gatherings in DC > thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie, were mentally stimulated by learning > what others do and how to adapt things to suit their practice, and got the > brain snapping with ideas on how to help others 'find the light'. I found > myself craving more time together with this awesome group. > > > > I would love to have us gather again, but specifically for IMPing, and not > trying to cram it in during another event (and thus shortchange our time > together).' It could be a learning and planning session. Learn more about > IMP stuff, and help get the word out there about what we are doing. > > > > If people are interested, I would be happy to help host this in Colorado - > centrally located, beautiful place, etc. I was thinking we could meet > during 'off season' to keep lodging rates down. Or, we could meet during > ski season, if that is preferable. I'm between Colorado Springs (great > place) and Summit County (read mountains), and would be happy to work on > this. > > > > Thoughts? > > > > A. Eads, M.D. > > Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC > > phone fax > > P.O. Box 7275 > > Woodland Park, CO 80863 > -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 -Welcome. Glad you made it here.I was the one who gave you the card at the Lou Spikol talk. There were several others there on this listserve that were at the meeting and it was Eads that made the video that Lou was trying to show us. GuinnAlbuquerqueI had come up with the idea of moving from my current practice (a 7-provider clinic in a 12 clinic hospital-owned system) to a minimal overhead practice (in the daylight basement of my home) by the middle of 2007. I mentioned this to a physician at a Pharma sponsored “CME” dinner at the AAFP meeting in Washington, and he told me that it had been done before, and suggested that I Google Gordon . I did, and was up half of the night. Then, the next day, I was at a presentation by Lou Spikol and one of the other attendees gave me a card with the IMP website, plus the suggestion that I join this group. I have started reading through the archives of this listserv, and am up to June, 2003. I purchased an EKG that will plug into a computer on E-bay for $239.00 last night, and have confirmed that my city will let me have an office in my home. I have an appointment with my accountant (who helped me start a solo but traditional practice 23 years ago) next week, to discuss going back into solo practice. I am raring to go! I would love to attend a meeting on this. Las Vegas would be ideal, since lodging and transportation are relatively inexpensive, but I would go most anywhere. I hope that the leaders of this “movement” can put something together soon. I would be happy to present on EMRs, especially with respect to using them for quality improvement activities, though my main goal would be to learn from those who have gone before me. I wished I had learned of this group a couple of weeks ago, before the AAFP meeting, so I could have met some of you there Let’s keep this idea alive! T. , MDMedical Director, Swedish Physicians Pine LakePlanning to be Solo by June, 2007 From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of WilterdingSent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:38 AMTo: Subject: RE: Re: IMP meeting Bob, this sounds like a great plan to me! I like the idea of a series of short presentations on each participant’s path to where they are. I think such format would really be helpful, as there is so much creativity out there, and we didn’t get to spend much time exploring that in DC. Regards, M. Wilterding, M.D.711 Encino Pl. NE; Suite D Albuquerque, NM 87102 Fax: From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Bob Forester MDSent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:41 AMTo: Subject: Re: IMP meeting Dear ,I would like to second your suggestion of an interim IMP meeting. Though RJ and I are out of the insurance/billing business loop that tends predominates the listserv, there are still a TON of issues that we share in common. Many have solved these problems in unique and translatable ways. I would love to come to Colorado. But I also really like ' suggestion of Las Vegas as an even more accessible and a reasonably inexpensive option. I would be particularly interested in a meeting with a format (similar to the IMP Convocation) but expanded to allow 15 minute presentations each of the established practices who would briefly highlight their practice journey and then in greater depth describe one or two problems that they feel they have solved particularly well (i.e. you could describe your physical workflow, Judy could describe her chronic disease management registry, Brady could describe including his local community, we could describe our "alternative funding model"). The presentations could be grouped around single topics (EMR, billing/insurance, finances, database/website, supplies, community, etc.) Each topic might last a couple of hours. We could probably cover six major areas over Sat am, Sat pm and Sun am and have enough time to hear from all the IMP's in attendance.Perhaps Gordon would introduce each topic by providing an overview of the pitfalls/experience of others, any findings from the literature. Then 2-4 practices would present their story. We would close each topic with a moderated discussion on that single topic for 20-30 minutes with the entire group.I know this is a rather detailed description, but it is just a brainstorming proposal for someone else to grapple with and improve. It would take some coordination of the topics and presntation (... Gordon?). I think you have a great idea!>> I think it is fair to say that all who attended the IMP gatherings in DC> thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie, were mentally stimulated by learning> what others do and how to adapt things to suit their practice, and got the> brain snapping with ideas on how to help others 'find the light'. I found> myself craving more time together with this awesome group.> > > > I would love to have us gather again, but specifically for IMPing, and not> trying to cram it in during another event (and thus shortchange our time> together).' It could be a learning and planning session. Learn more about> IMP stuff, and help get the word out there about what we are doing.> > > > If people are interested, I would be happy to help host this in Colorado -> centrally located, beautiful place, etc. I was thinking we could meet> during 'off season' to keep lodging rates down. Or, we could meet during> ski season, if that is preferable. I'm between Colorado Springs (great> place) and Summit County (read mountains), and would be happy to work on> this.> > > > Thoughts?> > > > A. Eads, M.D.> > Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC> > phone fax> > P.O. Box 7275> > Woodland Park, CO 80863> --No virus found in this incoming message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 --No virus found in this outgoing message.Checked by AVG Free Edition.Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 Thanks, Your encouragement was very helpful. I hope to see you again soon. don From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Guinn Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 10:12 PM To: Subject: Re: Re: IMP meeting - Welcome. Glad you made it here. I was the one who gave you the card at the Lou Spikol talk. There were several others there on this listserve that were at the meeting and it was Eads that made the video that Lou was trying to show us. Guinn Albuquerque I had come up with the idea of moving from my current practice (a 7-provider clinic in a 12 clinic hospital-owned system) to a minimal overhead practice (in the daylight basement of my home) by the middle of 2007. I mentioned this to a physician at a Pharma sponsored “CME” dinner at the AAFP meeting in Washington, and he told me that it had been done before, and suggested that I Google Gordon . I did, and was up half of the night. Then, the next day, I was at a presentation by Lou Spikol and one of the other attendees gave me a card with the IMP website, plus the suggestion that I join this group. I have started reading through the archives of this listserv, and am up to June, 2003. I purchased an EKG that will plug into a computer on E-bay for $239.00 last night, and have confirmed that my city will let me have an office in my home. I have an appointment with my accountant (who helped me start a solo but traditional practice 23 years ago) next week, to discuss going back into solo practice. I am raring to go! I would love to attend a meeting on this. Las Vegas would be ideal, since lodging and transportation are relatively inexpensive, but I would go most anywhere. I hope that the leaders of this “movement” can put something together soon. I would be happy to present on EMRs, especially with respect to using them for quality improvement activities, though my main goal would be to learn from those who have gone before me. I wished I had learned of this group a couple of weeks ago, before the AAFP meeting, so I could have met some of you there Let’s keep this idea alive! T. , MD Medical Director, Swedish Physicians Pine Lake Planning to be Solo by June, 2007 From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Wilterding Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:38 AM To: Subject: RE: Re: IMP meeting Bob, this sounds like a great plan to me! I like the idea of a series of short presentations on each participant’s path to where they are. I think such format would really be helpful, as there is so much creativity out there, and we didn’t get to spend much time exploring that in DC. Regards, M. Wilterding, M.D. 711 Encino Pl. NE; Suite D Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 265-2244 Fax: From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Bob Forester MD Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:41 AM To: Subject: Re: IMP meeting Dear , I would like to second your suggestion of an interim IMP meeting. Though RJ and I are out of the insurance/billing business loop that tends predominates the listserv, there are still a TON of issues that we share in common. Many have solved these problems in unique and translatable ways. I would love to come to Colorado. But I also really like ' suggestion of Las Vegas as an even more accessible and a reasonably inexpensive option. I would be particularly interested in a meeting with a format (similar to the IMP Convocation) but expanded to allow 15 minute presentations each of the established practices who would briefly highlight their practice journey and then in greater depth describe one or two problems that they feel they have solved particularly well (i.e. you could describe your physical workflow, Judy could describe her chronic disease management registry, Brady could describe including his local community, we could describe our " alternative funding model " ). The presentations could be grouped around single topics (EMR, billing/insurance, finances, database/website, supplies, community, etc.) Each topic might last a couple of hours. We could probably cover six major areas over Sat am, Sat pm and Sun am and have enough time to hear from all the IMP's in attendance. Perhaps Gordon would introduce each topic by providing an overview of the pitfalls/experience of others, any findings from the literature. Then 2-4 practices would present their story. We would close each topic with a moderated discussion on that single topic for 20-30 minutes with the entire group. I know this is a rather detailed description, but it is just a brainstorming proposal for someone else to grapple with and improve. It would take some coordination of the topics and presntation (... Gordon?). I think you have a great idea! > > I think it is fair to say that all who attended the IMP gatherings in DC > thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie, were mentally stimulated by learning > what others do and how to adapt things to suit their practice, and got the > brain snapping with ideas on how to help others 'find the light'. I found > myself craving more time together with this awesome group. > > > > I would love to have us gather again, but specifically for IMPing, and not > trying to cram it in during another event (and thus shortchange our time > together).' It could be a learning and planning session. Learn more about > IMP stuff, and help get the word out there about what we are doing. > > > > If people are interested, I would be happy to help host this in Colorado - > centrally located, beautiful place, etc. I was thinking we could meet > during 'off season' to keep lodging rates down. Or, we could meet during > ski season, if that is preferable. I'm between Colorado Springs (great > place) and Summit County (read mountains), and would be happy to work on > this. > > > > Thoughts? > > > > A. Eads, M.D. > > Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC > > phone fax > > P.O. Box 7275 > > Woodland Park, CO 80863 > -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 Hi Don, welcome to the group! I remember your name from the EMR listserve, where you've put out some very technical and lots of very thoughtful posts. Are you the person from ?rural Washington, who started his practice 25 years ago making evening farm housecalls and sewing up lacerations in exchange for a heifer? (even if you're not, it makes a good story...). And then parleyed your practice into a giant group now using Practice Partner? I think I had the same staying-up-nights-going-through-the-archives reaction when I found this listserv 18 months ago. Maybe we should a coin a term for it, like 'discoverimpsomnia-mania'! Lynn Ho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 Welcome , glad to have you with us. Gordon At 10:31 PM 10/6/2006, you wrote: I had come up with the idea of moving from my current practice (a 7-provider clinic in a 12 clinic hospital-owned system) to a minimal overhead practice (in the daylight basement of my home) by the middle of 2007. I mentioned this to a physician at a Pharma sponsored “CME” dinner at the AAFP meeting in Washington, and he told me that it had been done before, and suggested that I Google Gordon . I did, and was up half of the night. Then, the next day, I was at a presentation by Lou Spikol and one of the other attendees gave me a card with the IMP website, plus the suggestion that I join this group. I have started reading through the archives of this listserv, and am up to June, 2003. I purchased an EKG that will plug into a computer on E-bay for $239.00 last night, and have confirmed that my city will let me have an office in my home. I have an appointment with my accountant (who helped me start a solo but traditional practice 23 years ago) next week, to discuss going back into solo practice. I am raring to go! I would love to attend a meeting on this. Las Vegas would be ideal, since lodging and transportation are relatively inexpensive, but I would go most anywhere. I hope that the leaders of this “movement” can put something together soon. I would be happy to present on EMRs, especially with respect to using them for quality improvement activities, though my main goal would be to learn from those who have gone before me. I wished I had learned of this group a couple of weeks ago, before the AAFP meeting, so I could have met some of you there Let’s keep this idea alive! T. , MD Medical Director, Swedish Physicians Pine Lake Planning to be Solo by June, 2007 From: [ mailto: ] On Behalf Of Wilterding Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:38 AM To: Subject: RE: Re: IMP meeting Bob, this sounds like a great plan to me! I like the idea of a series of short presentations on each participant’s path to where they are. I think such format would really be helpful, as there is so much creativity out there, and we didn’t get to spend much time exploring that in DC. Regards, M. Wilterding, M.D. 711 Encino Pl. NE; Suite D Albuquerque, NM 87102 (505) 265-2244 Fax: From: [ mailto: ] On Behalf Of Bob Forester MD Sent: Friday, October 06, 2006 8:41 AM To: Subject: Re: IMP meeting Dear , I would like to second your suggestion of an interim IMP meeting. Though RJ and I are out of the insurance/billing business loop that tends predominates the listserv, there are still a TON of issues that we share in common. Many have solved these problems in unique and translatable ways. I would love to come to Colorado. But I also really like ' suggestion of Las Vegas as an even more accessible and a reasonably inexpensive option. I would be particularly interested in a meeting with a format (similar to the IMP Convocation) but expanded to allow 15 minute presentations each of the established practices who would briefly highlight their practice journey and then in greater depth describe one or two problems that they feel they have solved particularly well (i.e. you could describe your physical workflow, Judy could describe her chronic disease management registry, Brady could describe including his local community, we could describe our " alternative funding model " ). The presentations could be grouped around single topics (EMR, billing/insurance, finances, database/website, supplies, community, etc.) Each topic might last a couple of hours. We could probably cover six major areas over Sat am, Sat pm and Sun am and have enough time to hear from all the IMP's in attendance. Perhaps Gordon would introduce each topic by providing an overview of the pitfalls/experience of others, any findings from the literature. Then 2-4 practices would present their story. We would close each topic with a moderated discussion on that single topic for 20-30 minutes with the entire group. I know this is a rather detailed description, but it is just a brainstorming proposal for someone else to grapple with and improve. It would take some coordination of the topics and presntation (... Gordon?). I think you have a great idea! > > I think it is fair to say that all who attended the IMP gatherings in DC > thoroughly enjoyed the camaraderie, were mentally stimulated by learning > what others do and how to adapt things to suit their practice, and got the > brain snapping with ideas on how to help others 'find the light'. I found > myself craving more time together with this awesome group. > > > > I would love to have us gather again, but specifically for IMPing, and not > trying to cram it in during another event (and thus shortchange our time > together).' It could be a learning and planning session. Learn more about > IMP stuff, and help get the word out there about what we are doing. > > > > If people are interested, I would be happy to help host this in Colorado - > centrally located, beautiful place, etc. I was thinking we could meet > during 'off season' to keep lodging rates down. Or, we could meet during > ski season, if that is preferable. I'm between Colorado Springs (great > place) and Summit County (read mountains), and would be happy to work on > this. > > > > Thoughts? > > > > A. Eads, M.D. > > Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC > > phone fax > > P.O. Box 7275 > > Woodland Park, CO 80863 > -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 -- No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.1.407 / Virus Database: 268.12.13/463 - Release Date: 10/4/2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 Thanks for the responses. Bob’s idea is great, but I’d also like this gathering to be a venue for other things. The brainstorming during our Fri am meeting in DC was great. I’d like to have more time for that, to flesh out our plans for presenting info @ the 2007 AAFP SA (maybe doing our presentations in front of the group for practice and feedback) and the same for submitting articles to FPM, and whatever else we come up with. Hopefully we will have some of the articles already submitted, but I could see us doing an article a month, a series on IMP stuff. I would think a long weekend (Fri afternoon thru Sun am) would work. I want to keep the cost down. I wish I had a huge house to host a slumber party, but I’m not a surgeon . I’m happy to work on organizing this here in Colorado, but I’m not familiar w Vegas – never been there, but I understand it’s cheap to get there and lodging is also inexpensive. If that’s were we go, great, but someone else will need to help orchestrate it. If we come to Colorado, I can look into staying in Breckenridge off season (late May, early June usually), or in Colorado Springs/Woodland Park – either in a hotel, B & B, even in homes if people are willing to (mine, my in-laws, pts, etc), or a combo. I’d be willing to prepare meals for us, too. Being in the mountains and all, we could call it the ‘IMP Summit’ A. Eads, M.D. Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone fax P.O. Box 7275 Woodland Park, CO 80863 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 7, 2006 Report Share Posted October 7, 2006 My MIL has time share credits that I suspect we could use if we pitched in to cover the $100/week per unit maintanence fee. Most units have 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Thanks for the responses. Bob's idea is great, but I'd also like this gathering to be a venue for other things. The brainstorming during our Fri am meeting in DC was great. I'd like to have more time for that, to flesh out our plans for presenting info @ the 2007 AAFP SA (maybe doing our presentations in front of the group for practice and feedback) and the same for submitting articles to FPM, and whatever else we come up with. Hopefully we will have some of the articles already submitted, but I could see us doing an article a month, a series on IMP stuff. I would think a long weekend (Fri afternoon thru Sun am) would work. I want to keep the cost down. I wish I had a huge house to host a slumber party, but I'm not a surgeon . I'm happy to work on organizing this here in Colorado, but I'm not familiar w Vegas – never been there, but I understand it's cheap to get there and lodging is also inexpensive. If that's were we go, great, but someone else will need to help orchestrate it. If we come to Colorado, I can look into staying in Breckenridge off season (late May, early June usually), or in Colorado Springs/Woodland Park – either in a hotel, B & B, even in homes if people are willing to (mine, my in-laws, pts, etc), or a combo. I'd be willing to prepare meals for us, too. Being in the mountains and all, we could call it the 'IMP Summit' A. Eads, M.D. Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone fax P.O. Box 7275 Woodland Park, CO 80863 -- Lynette I Iles MD 210 South Iowa Ste 3 Washington IA 52353 Flexible Family Care 'Modern medicine the old-fashioned way' This e-mail and attachments may contain information which is confidential and is only for the named addressee. If you have received this email in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete it from your computer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 8, 2006 Report Share Posted October 8, 2006 Regarding the meeting. My wife and I also have some timeshare time stored up that we might be able to get one or two two bedroom places. The problem we have seen in the past is trying to get the same area as other groups but if it is off peak and soon enough in advance it might work out and we would be willing to use them for the cause. That might help to accomodate 12-16 people depending on the units. Let me know if there is any interest? Rene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 8, 2006 Report Share Posted October 8, 2006 I would love to come to an IMP meeting. I'm not a member of the AAFP either. To put in my 2 cents, I really like the idea of Colorado (Love to ski as do all my kids, or hiking in the off season), hate Las Vegas except it's cheap, so there is that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 8, 2006 Report Share Posted October 8, 2006 I would love to come to an IMP meeting. I'm not a member of the AAFP either. To put in my 2 cents, I really like the idea of Colorado (Love to ski as do all my kids, or hiking in the off season), hate Las Vegas except it's cheap, so there is that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 8, 2006 Report Share Posted October 8, 2006 I would love to come to an IMP meeting. I'm not a member of the AAFP either. To put in my 2 cents, I really like the idea of Colorado (Love to ski as do all my kids, or hiking in the off season), hate Las Vegas except it's cheap, so there is that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 11, 2006 Report Share Posted October 11, 2006 My better half is a wizard with time shares….we could possibly help out with off season lodging that way. Annie PS I have never been to either Colo or LasVegas,,but would vote for the mountains if I have a vote IMP meeting Thanks for the responses. Bob’s idea is great, but I’d also like this gathering to be a venue for other things. The brainstorming during our Fri am meeting in DC was great. I’d like to have more time for that, to flesh out our plans for presenting info @ the 2007 AAFP SA (maybe doing our presentations in front of the group for practice and feedback) and the same for submitting articles to FPM, and whatever else we come up with. Hopefully we will have some of the articles already submitted, but I could see us doing an article a month, a series on IMP stuff. I would think a long weekend (Fri afternoon thru Sun am) would work. I want to keep the cost down. I wish I had a huge house to host a slumber party, but I’m not a surgeon . I’m happy to work on organizing this here in Colorado, but I’m not familiar w Vegas – never been there, but I understand it’s cheap to get there and lodging is also inexpensive. If that’s were we go, great, but someone else will need to help orchestrate it. If we come to Colorado, I can look into staying in Breckenridge off season (late May, early June usually), or in Colorado Springs/Woodland Park – either in a hotel, B & B, even in homes if people are willing to (mine, my in-laws, pts, etc), or a combo. I’d be willing to prepare meals for us, too. Being in the mountains and all, we could call it the ‘IMP Summit’ A. Eads, M.D. Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone fax P.O. Box 7275 Woodland Park, CO 80863 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 From: Eads Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 9:48 AM To: ' ' Subject: IMP meeting Thanks for the replies. This is the list of people interested I have so far (please let me know if I missed your name): Guinn (NGuinn555@...) Brady (drbrady@...) Gordon Bob Forester (stlukesmodesto@...) Wilterding (james.wilterding@...) Annie Skaggs (askaggs@...) Rene Milner (rlmilner@...) – timeshare? (mkcl6@...) Lynette Iles (liles64@...) – timeshare? (DonS@...) Marty Schulman (mschulman@...) (jantonucci@...) Cote (magnetdoctor@...) For those of you offering timeshares – awesome! It sounds like Vegas is not the deal/preference from your posts, so I’m assuming were heading to Colorado (darn…). Let’s discuss what time of year, and where. Here are some options I’d suggest, pleas give me your feedback, and suggestions. Times of Year: 1. Ski season (I’m thinking Jan-March timeframe) 2. ‘Off Season’ for ski resorts (late April thru early June) 3. Summer (June – Aug) Locations: 1. Colorado Springs 2. Ski resort like Summit Co with Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Vail, Copper 3. Woodland Park (90 minute drive from Breckenridge and Keystone, 20 miles out of Col Springs in the mountains) Pros/Cons: 1. Ski season - $$, but could stay in Woodland Park, and go day ski for 1 day (families could go more), or maybe use some of the timeshares people have graciously offered. 2. Off season – cheaper rates @ ski resorts, Breck ($) and Vail ($$) have neat towns for putzing, shopping, eating, but no skiing then. ‘mud season’ (snow melting) 3. Summer – great weather, kids out of school, lots of activities to do 1. Colorado Springs – lots of places to stay (hotels, B & Bs), fun family things to do (great Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Cliff Dwellings, Garden of the Gods, Seven Falls, museums, etc), lots of restaurants, Pikes Peak. I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. 2. Ski resorts – skiing during ski season (ends early April – pretty slushy/icy then – not a lot of fun), beautiful in the summer, with hiking, etc 3. Woodland Park – easy access to Colorado Springs (30 minutes) and ski resorts (90 mins to Breck and Keystone), can stay @ local hotel (with pool), my house and relatives/friends homes if desired, B & Bs even camping if you wanted to (in nearby state park w full facilities, or in my yard (.6 acres, heavily treed, with wooden 2-story playset). Sharps live here too, but I’ve not heard from them on this topic yet. Can easily prepare meals @ my place, and I’m happy to make a lot in advance (and Larry likes to cook). I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. I think this would be our most cost effective option. Airfares are usually most expensive during ski season, but you can get some good last minute deals, but they are not predictable. Get better last minute deals from major airports. Summer airfares are not as cheap as fall, but not as expensive as ski season. Cheapest is probably during off season/mud season: late April thru early June. Major carriers for Col Springs: Continental, American, NorthWest, United, Delta. Major carriers at Denver: Frontier, American, Continental, Delta, United, Southwest, and others. Thoughts? A. Eads, M.D. Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone fax P.O. Box 7275 Woodland Park, CO 80863 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 From: Eads Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 9:48 AM To: ' ' Subject: IMP meeting Thanks for the replies. This is the list of people interested I have so far (please let me know if I missed your name): Guinn (NGuinn555@...) Brady (drbrady@...) Gordon Bob Forester (stlukesmodesto@...) Wilterding (james.wilterding@...) Annie Skaggs (askaggs@...) Rene Milner (rlmilner@...) – timeshare? (mkcl6@...) Lynette Iles (liles64@...) – timeshare? (DonS@...) Marty Schulman (mschulman@...) (jantonucci@...) Cote (magnetdoctor@...) For those of you offering timeshares – awesome! It sounds like Vegas is not the deal/preference from your posts, so I’m assuming were heading to Colorado (darn…). Let’s discuss what time of year, and where. Here are some options I’d suggest, pleas give me your feedback, and suggestions. Times of Year: 1. Ski season (I’m thinking Jan-March timeframe) 2. ‘Off Season’ for ski resorts (late April thru early June) 3. Summer (June – Aug) Locations: 1. Colorado Springs 2. Ski resort like Summit Co with Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Vail, Copper 3. Woodland Park (90 minute drive from Breckenridge and Keystone, 20 miles out of Col Springs in the mountains) Pros/Cons: 1. Ski season - $$, but could stay in Woodland Park, and go day ski for 1 day (families could go more), or maybe use some of the timeshares people have graciously offered. 2. Off season – cheaper rates @ ski resorts, Breck ($) and Vail ($$) have neat towns for putzing, shopping, eating, but no skiing then. ‘mud season’ (snow melting) 3. Summer – great weather, kids out of school, lots of activities to do 1. Colorado Springs – lots of places to stay (hotels, B & Bs), fun family things to do (great Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Cliff Dwellings, Garden of the Gods, Seven Falls, museums, etc), lots of restaurants, Pikes Peak. I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. 2. Ski resorts – skiing during ski season (ends early April – pretty slushy/icy then – not a lot of fun), beautiful in the summer, with hiking, etc 3. Woodland Park – easy access to Colorado Springs (30 minutes) and ski resorts (90 mins to Breck and Keystone), can stay @ local hotel (with pool), my house and relatives/friends homes if desired, B & Bs even camping if you wanted to (in nearby state park w full facilities, or in my yard (.6 acres, heavily treed, with wooden 2-story playset). Sharps live here too, but I’ve not heard from them on this topic yet. Can easily prepare meals @ my place, and I’m happy to make a lot in advance (and Larry likes to cook). I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. I think this would be our most cost effective option. Airfares are usually most expensive during ski season, but you can get some good last minute deals, but they are not predictable. Get better last minute deals from major airports. Summer airfares are not as cheap as fall, but not as expensive as ski season. Cheapest is probably during off season/mud season: late April thru early June. Major carriers for Col Springs: Continental, American, NorthWest, United, Delta. Major carriers at Denver: Frontier, American, Continental, Delta, United, Southwest, and others. Thoughts? A. Eads, M.D. Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone fax P.O. Box 7275 Woodland Park, CO 80863 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 I'm interested. Tim > _____ > > From: Eads > Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 9:48 AM > To: ' ' > Subject: IMP meeting > > > > Thanks for the replies. This is the list of people interested I have so > far (please let me know if I missed your name): > > > > Guinn (NGuinn555@...) > > Brady (drbrady@...) > > Gordon > > > > Bob Forester (stlukesmodesto@...) > > Wilterding (james.wilterding@...) > > Annie Skaggs (askaggs@...) > > Rene Milner (rlmilner@...) - timeshare? > > (mkcl6@...) > > Lynette Iles (liles64@...) - timeshare? > > (DonS@...) > > Marty Schulman (mschulman@...) > > (jantonucci@...) > > Cote (magnetdoctor@...) > > > > For those of you offering timeshares - awesome! > > > > It sounds like Vegas is not the deal/preference from your posts, so I'm > assuming were heading to Colorado (darn.). Let's discuss what time of > year, and where. Here are some options I'd suggest, pleas give me your > feedback, and suggestions. > > > > Times of Year: > > 1. Ski season (I'm thinking Jan-March timeframe) > > 2. 'Off Season' for ski resorts (late April thru early June) > > 3. Summer (June - Aug) > > > > Locations: > > 1. Colorado Springs > > 2. Ski resort like Summit Co with Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe > Basin, Vail, Copper > > 3. Woodland Park (90 minute drive from Breckenridge and Keystone, 20 > miles out of Col Springs in the mountains) > > > > Pros/Cons: > > 1. Ski season - $$, but could stay in Woodland Park, and go day ski for > 1 day (families could go more), or maybe use some of the timeshares > people have graciously offered. > > 2. Off season - cheaper rates @ ski resorts, Breck ($) and Vail ($$) > have neat towns for putzing, shopping, eating, but no skiing then. 'mud > season' (snow melting) > > 3. Summer - great weather, kids out of school, lots of activities to do > > > > 1. Colorado Springs - lots of places to stay (hotels, B & Bs), fun family > things to do (great Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Cliff Dwellings, Garden of > the Gods, Seven Falls, museums, etc), lots of restaurants, Pikes Peak. > I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. > > 2. Ski resorts - skiing during ski season (ends early April - pretty > slushy/icy then - not a lot of fun), beautiful in the summer, with > hiking, etc > > 3. Woodland Park - easy access to Colorado Springs (30 minutes) and ski > resorts (90 mins to Breck and Keystone), can stay @ local hotel (with > pool), my house and relatives/friends homes if desired, B & Bs even > camping if you wanted to (in nearby state park w full facilities, or in > my yard (.6 acres, heavily treed, with wooden 2-story playset). Sharps > live here too, but I've not heard from them on this topic yet. Can > easily prepare meals @ my place, and I'm happy to make a lot in advance > (and Larry likes to cook). I can provide transportation to/from airport, > etc. I think this would be our most cost effective option. > > > > Airfares are usually most expensive during ski season, but you can get > some good last minute deals, but they are not predictable. Get better > last minute deals from major airports. Summer airfares are not as cheap > as fall, but not as expensive as ski season. Cheapest is probably > during off season/mud season: late April thru early June. Major > carriers for Col Springs: Continental, American, NorthWest, United, > Delta. Major carriers at Denver: Frontier, American, Continental, > Delta, United, Southwest, and others. > > > > Thoughts? > > > > > > > > A. Eads, M.D. > > Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC > > phone fax > > P.O. Box 7275 > > Woodland Park, CO 80863 > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 I'm interested. Tim > _____ > > From: Eads > Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 9:48 AM > To: ' ' > Subject: IMP meeting > > > > Thanks for the replies. This is the list of people interested I have so > far (please let me know if I missed your name): > > > > Guinn (NGuinn555@...) > > Brady (drbrady@...) > > Gordon > > > > Bob Forester (stlukesmodesto@...) > > Wilterding (james.wilterding@...) > > Annie Skaggs (askaggs@...) > > Rene Milner (rlmilner@...) - timeshare? > > (mkcl6@...) > > Lynette Iles (liles64@...) - timeshare? > > (DonS@...) > > Marty Schulman (mschulman@...) > > (jantonucci@...) > > Cote (magnetdoctor@...) > > > > For those of you offering timeshares - awesome! > > > > It sounds like Vegas is not the deal/preference from your posts, so I'm > assuming were heading to Colorado (darn.). Let's discuss what time of > year, and where. Here are some options I'd suggest, pleas give me your > feedback, and suggestions. > > > > Times of Year: > > 1. Ski season (I'm thinking Jan-March timeframe) > > 2. 'Off Season' for ski resorts (late April thru early June) > > 3. Summer (June - Aug) > > > > Locations: > > 1. Colorado Springs > > 2. Ski resort like Summit Co with Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe > Basin, Vail, Copper > > 3. Woodland Park (90 minute drive from Breckenridge and Keystone, 20 > miles out of Col Springs in the mountains) > > > > Pros/Cons: > > 1. Ski season - $$, but could stay in Woodland Park, and go day ski for > 1 day (families could go more), or maybe use some of the timeshares > people have graciously offered. > > 2. Off season - cheaper rates @ ski resorts, Breck ($) and Vail ($$) > have neat towns for putzing, shopping, eating, but no skiing then. 'mud > season' (snow melting) > > 3. Summer - great weather, kids out of school, lots of activities to do > > > > 1. Colorado Springs - lots of places to stay (hotels, B & Bs), fun family > things to do (great Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Cliff Dwellings, Garden of > the Gods, Seven Falls, museums, etc), lots of restaurants, Pikes Peak. > I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. > > 2. Ski resorts - skiing during ski season (ends early April - pretty > slushy/icy then - not a lot of fun), beautiful in the summer, with > hiking, etc > > 3. Woodland Park - easy access to Colorado Springs (30 minutes) and ski > resorts (90 mins to Breck and Keystone), can stay @ local hotel (with > pool), my house and relatives/friends homes if desired, B & Bs even > camping if you wanted to (in nearby state park w full facilities, or in > my yard (.6 acres, heavily treed, with wooden 2-story playset). Sharps > live here too, but I've not heard from them on this topic yet. Can > easily prepare meals @ my place, and I'm happy to make a lot in advance > (and Larry likes to cook). I can provide transportation to/from airport, > etc. I think this would be our most cost effective option. > > > > Airfares are usually most expensive during ski season, but you can get > some good last minute deals, but they are not predictable. Get better > last minute deals from major airports. Summer airfares are not as cheap > as fall, but not as expensive as ski season. Cheapest is probably > during off season/mud season: late April thru early June. Major > carriers for Col Springs: Continental, American, NorthWest, United, > Delta. Major carriers at Denver: Frontier, American, Continental, > Delta, United, Southwest, and others. > > > > Thoughts? > > > > > > > > A. Eads, M.D. > > Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC > > phone fax > > P.O. Box 7275 > > Woodland Park, CO 80863 > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 Hi -I'm easy on the details/location - as I'm driving up there anyway. As long as I don't have to buy chains to get through the Raton pass If people want to ski, I can come at that time, but late spring would probably be my choice. I figure we just want to have a place where we can successfully be together and work/play with this IMP stuff. We'll probably need to be able to use power point on a screen sometimes and have wireless for all the (us) geeks. And I'm happy to cook. How big is your house anyway?? This could get to be a big group!From: Eads [mailto:michelle.eadsworldnet (DOT) att.net] Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 9:48 AMTo: ' 'Subject: IMP meeting Thanks for the replies. This is the list of people interested I have so far (please let me know if I missed your name): Guinn (NGuinn555comcast (DOT) net) Brady (drbradythevillagedoctor (DOT) hrcoxmail.com)Gordon Bob Forester (stlukesmodesto) Wilterding (james.wilterdinggmail)Annie Skaggs (askaggsfayettefamilymed)Rene Milner (rlmilnergmail) – timeshare? (mkcl6@...)Lynette Iles (liles64gmail) – timeshare? (DonSpinelakemed)Marty Schulman (mschulmanucsd (DOT) edu) (jantonuccifchn (DOT) org) Cote (magnetdoctorcomcast (DOT) net) For those of you offering timeshares – awesome! It sounds like Vegas is not the deal/preference from your posts, so I’m assuming were heading to Colorado (darn…). Let’s discuss what time of year, and where. Here are some options I’d suggest, pleas give me your feedback, and suggestions. Times of Year:1. Ski season (I’m thinking Jan-March timeframe)2. ‘Off Season’ for ski resorts (late April thru early June)3. Summer (June – Aug) Locations:1. Colorado Springs2. Ski resort like Summit Co with Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Vail, Copper3. Woodland Park (90 minute drive from Breckenridge and Keystone, 20 miles out of Col Springs in the mountains) Pros/Cons:1. Ski season - $$, but could stay in Woodland Park, and go day ski for 1 day (families could go more), or maybe use some of the timeshares people have graciously offered.2. Off season – cheaper rates @ ski resorts, Breck ($) and Vail ($$) have neat towns for putzing, shopping, eating, but no skiing then. ‘mud season’ (snow melting)3. Summer – great weather, kids out of school, lots of activities to do 1. Colorado Springs – lots of places to stay (hotels, B & Bs), fun family things to do (great Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Cliff Dwellings, Garden of the Gods, Seven Falls, museums, etc), lots of restaurants, Pikes Peak. I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc.2. Ski resorts – skiing during ski season (ends early April – pretty slushy/icy then – not a lot of fun), beautiful in the summer, with hiking, etc3. Woodland Park – easy access to Colorado Springs (30 minutes) and ski resorts (90 mins to Breck and Keystone), can stay @ local hotel (with pool), my house and relatives/friends homes if desired, B & Bs even camping if you wanted to (in nearby state park w full facilities, or in my yard (.6 acres, heavily treed, with wooden 2-story playset). Sharps live here too, but I’ve not heard from them on this topic yet. Can easily prepare meals @ my place, and I’m happy to make a lot in advance (and Larry likes to cook). I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. I think this would be our most cost effective option. Airfares are usually most expensive during ski season, but you can get some good last minute deals, but they are not predictable. Get better last minute deals from major airports. Summer airfares are not as cheap as fall, but not as expensive as ski season. Cheapest is probably during off season/mud season: late April thru early June. Major carriers for Col Springs: Continental, American, NorthWest, United, Delta. Major carriers at Denver: Frontier, American, Continental, Delta, United, Southwest, and others. Thoughts? A. Eads, M.D.Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone faxP.O. Box 7275Woodland Park, CO 80863 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 Hi -I'm easy on the details/location - as I'm driving up there anyway. As long as I don't have to buy chains to get through the Raton pass If people want to ski, I can come at that time, but late spring would probably be my choice. I figure we just want to have a place where we can successfully be together and work/play with this IMP stuff. We'll probably need to be able to use power point on a screen sometimes and have wireless for all the (us) geeks. And I'm happy to cook. How big is your house anyway?? This could get to be a big group!From: Eads [mailto:michelle.eadsworldnet (DOT) att.net] Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 9:48 AMTo: ' 'Subject: IMP meeting Thanks for the replies. This is the list of people interested I have so far (please let me know if I missed your name): Guinn (NGuinn555comcast (DOT) net) Brady (drbradythevillagedoctor (DOT) hrcoxmail.com)Gordon Bob Forester (stlukesmodesto) Wilterding (james.wilterdinggmail)Annie Skaggs (askaggsfayettefamilymed)Rene Milner (rlmilnergmail) – timeshare? (mkcl6@...)Lynette Iles (liles64gmail) – timeshare? (DonSpinelakemed)Marty Schulman (mschulmanucsd (DOT) edu) (jantonuccifchn (DOT) org) Cote (magnetdoctorcomcast (DOT) net) For those of you offering timeshares – awesome! It sounds like Vegas is not the deal/preference from your posts, so I’m assuming were heading to Colorado (darn…). Let’s discuss what time of year, and where. Here are some options I’d suggest, pleas give me your feedback, and suggestions. Times of Year:1. Ski season (I’m thinking Jan-March timeframe)2. ‘Off Season’ for ski resorts (late April thru early June)3. Summer (June – Aug) Locations:1. Colorado Springs2. Ski resort like Summit Co with Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Vail, Copper3. Woodland Park (90 minute drive from Breckenridge and Keystone, 20 miles out of Col Springs in the mountains) Pros/Cons:1. Ski season - $$, but could stay in Woodland Park, and go day ski for 1 day (families could go more), or maybe use some of the timeshares people have graciously offered.2. Off season – cheaper rates @ ski resorts, Breck ($) and Vail ($$) have neat towns for putzing, shopping, eating, but no skiing then. ‘mud season’ (snow melting)3. Summer – great weather, kids out of school, lots of activities to do 1. Colorado Springs – lots of places to stay (hotels, B & Bs), fun family things to do (great Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Cliff Dwellings, Garden of the Gods, Seven Falls, museums, etc), lots of restaurants, Pikes Peak. I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc.2. Ski resorts – skiing during ski season (ends early April – pretty slushy/icy then – not a lot of fun), beautiful in the summer, with hiking, etc3. Woodland Park – easy access to Colorado Springs (30 minutes) and ski resorts (90 mins to Breck and Keystone), can stay @ local hotel (with pool), my house and relatives/friends homes if desired, B & Bs even camping if you wanted to (in nearby state park w full facilities, or in my yard (.6 acres, heavily treed, with wooden 2-story playset). Sharps live here too, but I’ve not heard from them on this topic yet. Can easily prepare meals @ my place, and I’m happy to make a lot in advance (and Larry likes to cook). I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. I think this would be our most cost effective option. Airfares are usually most expensive during ski season, but you can get some good last minute deals, but they are not predictable. Get better last minute deals from major airports. Summer airfares are not as cheap as fall, but not as expensive as ski season. Cheapest is probably during off season/mud season: late April thru early June. Major carriers for Col Springs: Continental, American, NorthWest, United, Delta. Major carriers at Denver: Frontier, American, Continental, Delta, United, Southwest, and others. Thoughts? A. Eads, M.D.Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone faxP.O. Box 7275Woodland Park, CO 80863 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 Please put me on the list T. Ellsworth, MD 9377 E. Bell Road, Suite 175 sdale, Az 85260 From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Eads Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 3:27 PM To: Subject: FW: IMP meeting From: Eads [mailto:michelle.eadsworldnet (DOT) att.net] Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 9:48 AM To: ' ' Subject: IMP meeting Thanks for the replies. This is the list of people interested I have so far (please let me know if I missed your name): Guinn (NGuinn555comcast (DOT) net) Brady (drbradythevillagedoctor (DOT) hrcoxmail.com) Gordon Bob Forester (stlukesmodesto) Wilterding (james.wilterdinggmail) Annie Skaggs (askaggsfayettefamilymed) Rene Milner (rlmilnergmail) – timeshare? (mkcl6@...) Lynette Iles (liles64gmail) – timeshare? (DonSpinelakemed) Marty Schulman (mschulmanucsd (DOT) edu) (jantonuccifchn (DOT) org) Cote (magnetdoctorcomcast (DOT) net) For those of you offering timeshares – awesome! It sounds like Vegas is not the deal/preference from your posts, so I’m assuming were heading to Colorado (darn…). Let’s discuss what time of year, and where. Here are some options I’d suggest, pleas give me your feedback, and suggestions. Times of Year: 1. Ski season (I’m thinking Jan-March timeframe) 2. ‘Off Season’ for ski resorts (late April thru early June) 3. Summer (June – Aug) Locations: 1. Colorado Springs 2. Ski resort like Summit Co with Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Vail, Copper 3. Woodland Park (90 minute drive from Breckenridge and Keystone, 20 miles out of Col Springs in the mountains) Pros/Cons: 1. Ski season - $$, but could stay in Woodland Park, and go day ski for 1 day (families could go more), or maybe use some of the timeshares people have graciously offered. 2. Off season – cheaper rates @ ski resorts, Breck ($) and Vail ($$) have neat towns for putzing, shopping, eating, but no skiing then. ‘mud season’ (snow melting) 3. Summer – great weather, kids out of school, lots of activities to do 1. Colorado Springs – lots of places to stay (hotels, B & Bs), fun family things to do (great Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Cliff Dwellings, Garden of the Gods, Seven Falls, museums, etc), lots of restaurants, Pikes Peak. I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. 2. Ski resorts – skiing during ski season (ends early April – pretty slushy/icy then – not a lot of fun), beautiful in the summer, with hiking, etc 3. Woodland Park – easy access to Colorado Springs (30 minutes) and ski resorts (90 mins to Breck and Keystone), can stay @ local hotel (with pool), my house and relatives/friends homes if desired, B & Bs even camping if you wanted to (in nearby state park w full facilities, or in my yard (.6 acres, heavily treed, with wooden 2-story playset). Sharps live here too, but I’ve not heard from them on this topic yet. Can easily prepare meals @ my place, and I’m happy to make a lot in advance (and Larry likes to cook). I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. I think this would be our most cost effective option. Airfares are usually most expensive during ski season, but you can get some good last minute deals, but they are not predictable. Get better last minute deals from major airports. Summer airfares are not as cheap as fall, but not as expensive as ski season. Cheapest is probably during off season/mud season: late April thru early June. Major carriers for Col Springs: Continental, American, NorthWest, United, Delta. Major carriers at Denver: Frontier, American, Continental, Delta, United, Southwest, and others. Thoughts? A. Eads, M.D. Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone fax P.O. Box 7275 Woodland Park, CO 80863 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 Please put me on the list T. Ellsworth, MD 9377 E. Bell Road, Suite 175 sdale, Az 85260 From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of Eads Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 3:27 PM To: Subject: FW: IMP meeting From: Eads [mailto:michelle.eadsworldnet (DOT) att.net] Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 9:48 AM To: ' ' Subject: IMP meeting Thanks for the replies. This is the list of people interested I have so far (please let me know if I missed your name): Guinn (NGuinn555comcast (DOT) net) Brady (drbradythevillagedoctor (DOT) hrcoxmail.com) Gordon Bob Forester (stlukesmodesto) Wilterding (james.wilterdinggmail) Annie Skaggs (askaggsfayettefamilymed) Rene Milner (rlmilnergmail) – timeshare? (mkcl6@...) Lynette Iles (liles64gmail) – timeshare? (DonSpinelakemed) Marty Schulman (mschulmanucsd (DOT) edu) (jantonuccifchn (DOT) org) Cote (magnetdoctorcomcast (DOT) net) For those of you offering timeshares – awesome! It sounds like Vegas is not the deal/preference from your posts, so I’m assuming were heading to Colorado (darn…). Let’s discuss what time of year, and where. Here are some options I’d suggest, pleas give me your feedback, and suggestions. Times of Year: 1. Ski season (I’m thinking Jan-March timeframe) 2. ‘Off Season’ for ski resorts (late April thru early June) 3. Summer (June – Aug) Locations: 1. Colorado Springs 2. Ski resort like Summit Co with Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Vail, Copper 3. Woodland Park (90 minute drive from Breckenridge and Keystone, 20 miles out of Col Springs in the mountains) Pros/Cons: 1. Ski season - $$, but could stay in Woodland Park, and go day ski for 1 day (families could go more), or maybe use some of the timeshares people have graciously offered. 2. Off season – cheaper rates @ ski resorts, Breck ($) and Vail ($$) have neat towns for putzing, shopping, eating, but no skiing then. ‘mud season’ (snow melting) 3. Summer – great weather, kids out of school, lots of activities to do 1. Colorado Springs – lots of places to stay (hotels, B & Bs), fun family things to do (great Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Cliff Dwellings, Garden of the Gods, Seven Falls, museums, etc), lots of restaurants, Pikes Peak. I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. 2. Ski resorts – skiing during ski season (ends early April – pretty slushy/icy then – not a lot of fun), beautiful in the summer, with hiking, etc 3. Woodland Park – easy access to Colorado Springs (30 minutes) and ski resorts (90 mins to Breck and Keystone), can stay @ local hotel (with pool), my house and relatives/friends homes if desired, B & Bs even camping if you wanted to (in nearby state park w full facilities, or in my yard (.6 acres, heavily treed, with wooden 2-story playset). Sharps live here too, but I’ve not heard from them on this topic yet. Can easily prepare meals @ my place, and I’m happy to make a lot in advance (and Larry likes to cook). I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. I think this would be our most cost effective option. Airfares are usually most expensive during ski season, but you can get some good last minute deals, but they are not predictable. Get better last minute deals from major airports. Summer airfares are not as cheap as fall, but not as expensive as ski season. Cheapest is probably during off season/mud season: late April thru early June. Major carriers for Col Springs: Continental, American, NorthWest, United, Delta. Major carriers at Denver: Frontier, American, Continental, Delta, United, Southwest, and others. Thoughts? A. Eads, M.D. Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone fax P.O. Box 7275 Woodland Park, CO 80863 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2006 Report Share Posted October 14, 2006 We are interested, but we are probably not financially able. Keep me in the loop with details, and we'll see. Eads wrote: From: Eads [mailto:michelle.eadsworldnet (DOT) att.net] Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 9:48 AMTo: ' 'Subject: IMP meeting Thanks for the replies. This is the list of people interested I have so far (please let me know if I missed your name): Guinn (NGuinn555comcast (DOT) net) Brady (drbradythevillagedoctor (DOT) hrcoxmail.com) Gordon Bob Forester (stlukesmodesto) Wilterding (james.wilterdinggmail) Annie Skaggs (askaggsfayettefamilymed) Rene Milner (rlmilnergmail) – timeshare? (mkcl6@...) Lynette Iles (liles64gmail) – timeshare? (DonSpinelakemed) Marty Schulman (mschulmanucsd (DOT) edu) (jantonuccifchn (DOT) org) Cote (magnetdoctorcomcast (DOT) net) For those of you offering timeshares – awesome! It sounds like Vegas is not the deal/preference from your posts, so I’m assuming were heading to Colorado (darn…). Let’s discuss what time of year, and where. Here are some options I’d suggest, pleas give me your feedback, and suggestions. Times of Year: 1. Ski season (I’m thinking Jan-March timeframe) 2. ‘Off Season’ for ski resorts (late April thru early June) 3. Summer (June – Aug) Locations: 1. Colorado Springs 2. Ski resort like Summit Co with Breckenridge, Keystone, Arapahoe Basin, Vail, Copper 3. Woodland Park (90 minute drive from Breckenridge and Keystone, 20 miles out of Col Springs in the mountains) Pros/Cons: 1. Ski season - $$, but could stay in Woodland Park, and go day ski for 1 day (families could go more), or maybe use some of the timeshares people have graciously offered. 2. Off season – cheaper rates @ ski resorts, Breck ($) and Vail ($$) have neat towns for putzing, shopping, eating, but no skiing then. ‘mud season’ (snow melting) 3. Summer – great weather, kids out of school, lots of activities to do 1. Colorado Springs – lots of places to stay (hotels, B & Bs), fun family things to do (great Zoo, Cave of the Winds, Cliff Dwellings, Garden of the Gods, Seven Falls, museums, etc), lots of restaurants, Pikes Peak. I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. 2. Ski resorts – skiing during ski season (ends early April – pretty slushy/icy then – not a lot of fun), beautiful in the summer, with hiking, etc 3. Woodland Park – easy access to Colorado Springs (30 minutes) and ski resorts (90 mins to Breck and Keystone), can stay @ local hotel (with pool), my house and relatives/friends homes if desired, B & Bs even camping if you wanted to (in nearby state park w full facilities, or in my yard (.6 acres, heavily treed, with wooden 2-story playset). Sharps live here too, but I’ve not heard from them on this topic yet. Can easily prepare meals @ my place, and I’m happy to make a lot in advance (and Larry likes to cook). I can provide transportation to/from airport, etc. I think this would be our most cost effective option. Airfares are usually most expensive during ski season, but you can get some good last minute deals, but they are not predictable. Get better last minute deals from major airports. Summer airfares are not as cheap as fall, but not as expensive as ski season. Cheapest is probably during off season/mud season: late April thru early June. Major carriers for Col Springs: Continental, American, NorthWest, United, Delta. Major carriers at Denver: Frontier, American, Continental, Delta, United, Southwest, and others. Thoughts? A. Eads, M.D. Pinnacle Family Medicine, PLLC phone fax P.O. Box 7275 Woodland Park, CO 80863 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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