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The National Medical Association (NMA) is the largest and oldest national organization representing African American physicians and their patients in the United States. The NMA is a 501(c) (3) national professional and scientific organization representing the interests of more than 50,000 African American physicians and the patients they serve. NMA is committed to improving the quality of health among minorities and disadvantaged people through its membership, professional development, community health education, advocacy, research and partnerships with federal and private agencies. Throughout its history the National Medical Association has focused primarily on health issues related to African Americans and medically underserved populations; however, its principles, goals, initiatives and philosophy encompass all ethnic groups.
Providing education and advocacy in support of safe, equitable and effective patient care. The program provides activities designed to promote health professional performance, competency and optimal patient outcome and services to the public and the profession.
The Journal of the National Medical Association is focused on specialized clinical research activities related to the health problems of African Americans and other minority groups. Special emphasis is placed on the application of medical science to improve the healthcare of underserved populations both in the United States and abroad.
We must lead the continued fight against inequities in public health policies, public-funded private delivery methods and financing that impact the access and quality of care, and specialized medical education that ensures a diverse healthcare workforce.
“Healthcare is a fundamental human right. The NMA is committed to addressing the health disparities that disproportionately affect Black Americans and ensuring access to quality health care for all.”
“At a time when communities of color are disproportionately impacted by COVID-19, a worsening maternal mortality crisis exists, and there continues to be a host of other disparities, the need for diversity in medicine and for perspectives such as ours is critical.”
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đź“Ł FINAL CALL NMA Members: 2025-2026 Nomination Applications Due TODAY!
⏰ The deadline to submit your application to run for NMA office is TONIGHT, June 15, 2025 at 11:59 PM EST!
If you’re ready to lead and shape the future of the NMA, this is your moment. Positions up for election include:
President Elect
Speaker & Vice Speaker of the House of Delegates
Secretary & Treasurer of the HOD
Regional Trustees
📅 Submission window: May 15 – June 15, 2025
đź“ť Required materials: Interest Statement, CV/resume, valid medical license, headshot, and regional chair endorsement.
All applications must be submitted electronically. Read more here: https://bitl.to/4hNU
đź”— Reach out to nomination@nmanet.org with questions.
Let your voice lead! #NMA2025 #NMALeadership #BlackDoctorsLead #NMAElections
Congratulations to Willie Underwood III, MD, MSc, MPH, FACS, on being elected President-Elect of the American Medical Association (AMA)!
Dr. Underwood’s distinguished career spans leadership roles in the Erie County Medical Society, AMA and NMA Commission to End Health Care Disparities, ACGME’s Urology Residency Review Committee, AUA Public Policy Council, and the Joint Commission Board of Commissioners.
A proud graduate of Morehouse College and SUNY Upstate Medical University, he further trained at the University of Connecticut and the University of Michigan, where he became the fifth urologist selected for the prestigious Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Clinical Scholars Program.
The NMA celebrates this historic moment and the unwavering commitment Dr. Underwood brings to advancing equity, leadership, and excellence in medicine.
#BlackDoctorsMatter #LeadershipInMedicine #AMA #HealthEquity #nma
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The NMA is proud to announce that Executive Director, Joy D. Calloway, MBA, MHSA, will be a featured speaker at BHCON 2025 in Washington, DC!
Join us June 26–30 for an empowering experience centered around the theme: “Community. Now, More Than Ever.” Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and lead with some of the brightest minds in the field.
đź”— Register now at BHCCON.com and use discount code JOYSPK10
#NMA #BYCON2025 #Leadership #CommunityMatters #BlackHealth #JoyDCalloway #HealthcareEquity #MedicalLeadership #WeAreNMA
Today, NMA President-Elect Roger Mitchell, Jr., MD met with CNN News Anchor Abby Phillip and Brandon Neal, Senior Director & Political Strategist, to discuss his upcoming presidency and the powerful future ahead.
Together, we’re forging new paths in advocacy, visibility, and leadership. Stay tuned, you’ll be seeing Dr. Mitchell live and in action, coming to a TV near you soon!
#NMA #LeadershipInMedicine #HealthEquity #DrRogerMitchell #CNN #BrandonNeal #BlackDoctorsLead #PublicHealth
We’re thrilled to announce that Joy D. Calloway, NMA Executive Director, will be a featured speaker at this year’s Creating a Legacy Conference, happening June 12–13, 2025, in Washington, DC.
Joy will bring her voice and deep expertise to the panel: “Health Disparities’ Impact on Wealth Building," a crucial conversation exploring how unequal access to healthcare undermines financial stability and generational wealth, especially in underserved communities.
This panel is a must-attend for Professionals looking to better understand the intersection of health and wealth in their practice. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and help your clients create a more equitable legacy.
#CreatingALegacy #JoyDCalloway #NMA #EstatePlanning #HealthEquity #WealthBuilding #LegacyConference2025
Join a community of over 50,000 dedicated African American physicians and professionals committed to making a positive impact on healthcare. Discover the benefits of NMA membership, access professional development opportunities, and become a part of a network dedicated to advancing health equity.
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