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Christopher D. Bojrab, MD, is president of Indiana Health Group, the largest multidisciplinary behavioral health private practice in Indiana established in 1987. He is a board certified psychiatrist and Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association who treats child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients. His areas of interest include psychopharmacology, mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, sleep disorders, pain syndromes, and gambling addiction.
After graduating from Wabash College, Dr. Bojrab received his M.D. degree from the Indiana University School of Medicine where he also completed his residency and served as Chief Resident. He has served as a volunteer faculty member to the Indiana University School of Medicine.
Dr. Bojrab is a past President of the Indiana Psychiatric Society. He has also served as a delegate to the American Medical Association, as a representative to the American Psychiatric Association, and is on the Board of Directors of the Indianapolis Medical Society.
Dr. Bojrab has repeatedly been named one of the “Top Doctors” and “Top Shrinks” by his peers in Indianapolis Monthly Magazine. In addition to clinical practice, he maintains a busy lecture schedule presenting over 250 presentations, teleconferences, and CME seminars each year across the nation and internationally.
Dr. Bojrab lives on the north side of Indianapolis with his wife and three children. His hobbies include music, photography, computers, and scuba diving.
F. A. Q.'s
Society F. A. Q.
- Do you provide physician referrals?
- Yes, we have more than 2,100 IMS Physicians in the greater Indianapolis and Marion County area. We can provide names of physicians by specialty or zip code, as you prefer. Generally, you will be provided with three names of physicians within the specialty you are seeking or zip code.
- What if I have a complaint against my doctor?
- If the physician is an IMS Member, there is a formal review process through the IMS’s Commission on Professional Affairs. You will need to provide a brief overview of your concern so that Release of Information forms might be sent to you. The Society does not review any complaints related to fees. If the physician you are inquiring about is not an IMS Member, then you are referred to the Consumer Protection Division of the Indiana Attorney General's Office @ 317-232-6330.
- How can I obtain a copy of my records?
- Whether a physician moved, retired, or passed away, we try to determine where patient records are kept. IMS has NO medical records in their possession. Physicians are required by an Indiana statute, to maintain patient records seven years after the date of your last visit. You will be asked to sign a Records Release Form by the physician before they can provide you with a copy of your information. You will also be charged a fee for this information, also established by Indiana Code.
Membership F. A. Q.
- A new doctor has joined our practice. How do I enroll this physician as an Indianapolis Medical Society Member?
- Print the PDS Membership Application. Complete, sign, and date the online application and return it via the most convenient payment method; i.e., email to ims@imsonline.org, fax to 262-5609, or mail to 631 E. New York St., Indianapolis, IN 46202-3706.
- What is the cost of Membership?
- The amount varies due to the time of year and the physician’s status (i.e. Active, 1st Year of Practice, or Resident/Fellow). Dues amounts are listed on the back of the application, however, do phone the IMS Membership Secretary, Tyna, at 639-3406 for the exact amount when the application is ready for submission. Membership processing begins once full payment has been received.
- What are Membership benefits?
- IMS Member benefits include: Free Physician Referral Service; Free $100,000 Air Travel Flight Insurance; Free Medi-file cards for Members’ patients; Free first-time Announcement Labels; a Free annual IMS Pictorial Roster of Members; discount for Subscribers of The Medical Society Exchange (the Society’s wholly-owned medical answering service); 20% Discount with iSalus OfficeEMR®; Collection services through I.C. System; Discounts with Staples® & Hertz®; Discount with the Medical Society’s Staffing Service through Health Care Economics; and service with Paper-Lite document management solutions. In addition to all of these benefits, IMS Members can also rent the Society’s newly-renovated Conference Center for either their professional events or personal celebrations!
- What are membership qualifications?
- Any physician (M.D. or D.O.) who resides or practices in the Marion County area or any county immediately adjacent to Marion is eligible for IMS Membership.
- Can I just join the county, or do I have to join the state as well?
- IMS Membership requires membership in the Indiana State Medical Association and the 7th District Medical Society. The 7th District includes those counties contiguous to Marion County. While membership in the American Medical Association is encouraged, it is not required.
- If a physician currently holds membership through another county, can he/she belong to the Indianapolis Medical Society as well?
- Yes, this is known as an Affiliate Membership and carries the same membership benefits as an Active Member. Full, Annual Dues are $325.00, but, do phone Tyna (639-3406) for the exact amount, which might be less, depending upon the time of year the Membership Application is submitted.
- If a physician currently holds ISMA Membership through another county and has relocated either their residence or practice, how do they transfer their membership?
- Simply print and complete an IMS Membership Application and note the county from which the transfer is being made. No dues are necessary during the first calendar year that a Transfer occurs, as long as dues to the originating county were already paid.
- Do I need to complete a separate application for the Indiana State Medical Association or the American Medical Association?
- No. Membership begins at the county level. Once an application is approved, it is forwarded to the state and national associations, as appropriate.
- How will I know when the application is approved?
- All applications are presented to the IMS Executive Committee Members for consideration on a monthly basis. Following each EC Meeting, acceptance packets are mailed to New Members.
- What documentation should accompany my application?
- Copies of State & Federal DEA Licenses and Board Certifications are required. While a black & white or color photo is requested for inclusion on the IMS website and the IMS Roster of Members; it is optional. The lack of a photo will not delay the application process.