MEDIA ADVISORY FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Jaylen Christie, jaylen@bdaviscomm.com
Website: https://nmanet.org/2025convention/
Black Physicians Convene in Chicago Amid Critical Moment for U.S. Healthcare
National Medical Association’s 2025 Convention to Spotlight Leadership, Advocacy, and Health Equity
CHICAGO, IL — From July 19–23, the National Medical Association (NMA) will host its 123rd Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly in Chicago, Illinois, bringing together Black physicians, health leaders, and policy makers for education, advocacy, and a focus on evidence-backed research.
With mounting challenges in health care policy and growing threats to health equity and access, the NMA’s mission to support Black physicians and champion equitable care has never been more important. Led by current president Dr. Virginia A. Caine, the 2025 Convention will serve as a platform for solution-focused dialogue, professional development, and national visibility for the issues impacting Black physicians and the communities they serve.
Throughout the convention there will be sessions related to health care access, vaccines, the needs of Black physicians and more. This is an opportunity for media to find sources across all medical specialties for coverage in this changing environment.
Key Events for Media Coverage:
Keynote & Panel on Professionalism in Medicine
Date: Monday, July 21, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM ET Keynote Speaker: Dr. Willie Underwood III, MD, MSc, MPH, President Elect, American Medical Association
· Topic: “Advocacy of Professional Organizations in Times of Crisis”
· Moderator: Dr. Bill McDade, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, ACGME This timely discussion will examine how national medical organizations can defend professionalism and health access during turbulent times.
Presidential Installation of Dr. Roger A. Mitchell, Jr.
Date: Tuesday, July 22, 2025 Time: 6:30 PM – 7:45 PM Celebrate the official installation of Dr. Roger A. Mitchell, Jr. as the incoming President of the NMA. Dr. Mitchell will outline his vision for the year ahead, focused on advocacy, access, and accountability in U.S. health care.
WHO:
· National Medical Association (NMA)
· Black physicians, medical students, and health care leaders from across the U.S.
· Featured leaders from the American Medical Association (AMA), ACGME, and other national organizations
WHAT:
The NMA’s 2025 Convention & Scientific Assembly – the nation’s premier gathering of Black physicians – highlighting pressing issues in health equity, health policy, and professional advocacy.
WHERE:
Chicago Hilton Hotel 720 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605 (Convention sessions and events hosted throughout hotel venues)
WHY:
At a time of rapid change in U.S. health care, the NMA remains a powerful voice fighting for physician support, access and quality care. This convention brings national leaders together to focus on solutions.
HOW TO ATTEND / COVER:
Media are encouraged to attend in person. To request press credentials or arrange interviews with NMA leadership or keynote speakers, please contact Jaylen Christie (jaylen@bdaviscomm.com) or Bernadette Davis (bernadette@bdaviscomm.com). Visit the full convention site here: https://nmanet.org/2025convention/.
