We wanted to let you know know about two upcoming scMAiD events:
The first event will be at URMC
(see below for URMC map to Large Auditorium)
The second event will be from a Christian perspective and held in Corning, NY
Two (so-called) MAiD Events
Update on the so-called MAiD Law in New York State
Dr. Carroll will be joining (via video) Fr. Stephen Yusko, STL and the Albany Catholic Medical Guild with an update and recommendations regarding the soon-to-be available so-called Medical Aid in Dying (scMAiD). The focus of the evening will be on what physicians should know about the new New York State law legalizing scMAiD and how we might respond when this topic comes up, whether with patients or anyone else.
The Albany Guild has graciously opened to anyone who might be interested, so please join us for a short presentation followed by Q&A!
- Title: so-called Medical Aid in Dying in NY State: An update and reflections of a Catholic physician
- Date: May 13, 2026
- Time: 6:30pm to 7:30pm
- Zoom meeting link: 970 3862 0187
Update: Here’s the flyer from the Albany Guild
CMA Regional Town Hall – April 14
Journal Club – Thank You!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Journal Club at St. Bernard’s on February 26th! We had a great, and lively(!), discussion.
We are hoping host Journal Club 3-4 times yearly. We will be looking for people to choose articles and lead the discussion. If you’re interested, please let us know and we’d be happy to provide any assistance you’d like (e.g., choosing an article, preparing discussion points, etc.).
Journal Club – February 26
We are pleased to announce that the Finger Lakes Guild of the CMA will be hosting Journal Club on February 26, 2026 at St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry (map) from 6:30pm to 8:00pm. Light refreshments will be provided.
We will be discussing a recent article in JAMA Internal Medicine reporting on clinical “nudges” in the ICU. In this case, the “nudges” were meant to remind ICU clinicians to offer a comfort-only approach to patients and their families who had been intubated for at least 48 hours. While on the surface this seems rather harmless, we will discuss practical and moral issues related to such interventions, their goals, and outcomes.
If you are planning to attend, please let us know so we can plan refreshments. However, you are welcome to join us whether or not you are able to RSVP.
We hope to see you there!
Bishop Conley on IVF
Bishop Conley, who is the Episcopal Advisor to the CMA, has a very nice piece on IVF. Take a moment to read the whole thing.
New Board Members
We are pleased to announce that during our Finger Lakes Guild Board meeting on September 22, 2025, we welcomed three new Board Members!
Craig Mullen, MD, PhD – Hematology & Oncology, Pediatric
Thomas Myers, MD, MPT – Orthopedic Surgery, Adult. Dr. Myers will also be serving in the combined role of Treasurer/Security
Anthony Pietropaoli, MD – Pulmonary & Critical Care, Adult
Please join us in welcoming our newest Board members!
Triumph of the Heart – Movie Screening
Please join Saint Michael’s Family Protection Institute and Restore Health and Wellness for a screening of an amazing movie about St. Maximilian Kolbe! We think you’ll love Triumph of the Heart!
Seating is limited, so register soon!
Also make sure to check out SMFPI and Restore Health and Wellness. They’re doing great work and need the support of our community!
Summer Soiree 2025
Thank you to everyone who joined us on Thursday for our annual Summer Soriee! It was wonderful to see friends and colleagues…new and old!
And a special thank you to Dr. Rick Seeger and his lovely wife, Kathy, for hosting!
Summer Soriee – July 17
Please RSVP to flmedguild@stbernards.edu
