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	When and where is the next GHSHRM Annual Education Day and what is the cost? What are the benefits of membership in the Greater Houston Society for Healthcare Risk Management(GHSHRM)? What are the cost and the term of membership? Who is eligible for GHSHRM membership? Does GHSHRM have a membership directory? When and where are the bi-monthly luncheons held and what is the cost? What are the standing GHSHRM Committees? How do I volunteer for a committee? What if I have more questions? What healthcare risk management disciplines are represented in GHSHRM?
	When and where is the next GHSHRM Annual Education Day and what is the cost? The date for Education Day 2011 will be March 4, 2011. Once again, the event will be held at The Houstonian Hotel, Club & Spa. Registration details will be posted on this web site in October, 2011.
	What are the benefits of membership in the Greater Houston Society for Healthcare Risk Management(GHSHRM)? GHSHRM provides educational presentations specifically tailored to healthcare risk management professionals at the bi-monthly luncheons and the annual Education Day Conference. GHSHRM provides updates on new healthcare related regulations and legislation. GHSHRM provides many opportunities to network with others involved in healthcare risk management. GHSHRM provides a medium for the exchange of ideas and information relative to healthcare risk management issues.
	What are the cost and the term of membership? Annual membership is $50.00. Membership becomes effective upon receipt of dues and approval of the application by the Secretary of GHSHRM in accordance with the Bylaws and criteria developed by the Board of Directors.
	Who is eligible for GHSHRM membership? Individuals eligible for membership are those who have primary responsibility for or interest in, or actively participate on behalf of the provider in, healthcare risk management. Because of the defense-oriented nature of GHSHRM, attorneys and other individuals involved in the representation of and/or advocacy for plaintiffs in medical malpractice litigation are not eligible for membership. Determination of eligibility is made by the GHSHRM Board in its discretion on a case-by-case basis.
	Does GHSHRM have a membership directory? Yes, GHSHRM maintains an online directory that may be accessed by members only.
	When and where are the bi-monthly luncheons held and what is the cost? The educational luncheons are scheduled the first Tuesday of even-numbered months. Currently the luncheons are held Location: The Briar Club Address: 2603 Timmons Lane, Houston, TX 77027 Cost for members is $25, $30 for non-members. Valet parking is free and self parking is available.
	What are the standing GHSHRM Committees? AMICUS Watch Web Site Bylaws Education Government Relations Membership Publications
	How do I volunteer for a committee? The GHSHRM website contains an email link to each Committee Chairperson.
	What if I have more questions? The GHSHRM website contains an email link to each Board member.
	What healthcare risk management disciplines are represented in GHSHRM? GHSHRM members have a broad array of experience, education and backgrounds. Included in the membership are attorneys, insurance brokers, financial planners, risk managers, claims managers, loss prevention and risk reduction managers, quality managers, paralegals, legal nurse specialists and risk consultants.