Dr. Donald peghee, jr. Was born in kansas city, ks. He graduated from sumner academy high school. He then attended oakwood college in huntsville, alabama and attained a bachelors of science degree. Dr. Peghee graduated medical school at the university of kansas school of medicine and completed residency training at texas tech university health sciences center in the field of obstetrics and gynecology.
Dr. Peghee started private practice in 2014 with the idea of providing the best care for his community. Dr. Peghee is experienced in the field of obstetrics and gynecology and provides quality care with evidence based medicine. He has held several leadership roles with hospitals such as medical staff president, department chair of ob/gyn, department chair of surgery, participated in other hospital committees and state medical review boards.
He is also an active participant in community organizations such as greater kansas city medical society in which he served as president and currently serves as chair of region v of national medical society on a national level. In his free time, dr. Peghee enjoys spending time with family, exercising, playing pool and listening to jazz music.
The National Medical Association continues to elevate urgent global health concerns impacting vulnerable communities.
Recently, NMA 126th President, Dr. Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., engaged in a very informative conversation with the Cuban Ambassador to discuss the growing healthcare challenges facing Cuba.
As outlined in our official statement, ongoing disruptions are impacting access to critical, life-saving services, placing thousands of patients at risk.
Stay tuned for an upcoming virtual event where we will further highlight the health crisis in Cuba and explore how we can take action together.
Read the full NMA statement here: đź”— https://nmanet.org/press-release/national-medical-association-raises-alarm-on-public-health-crisis-in-cuba/
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Turning AI Into Impact: The NMA Strategy for Innovation and Equity
Join the National Medical Association for an important conversation on how artificial intelligence is shaping the future of healthcare and how we ensure it advances equity, not disparities.
Hear from:
🔹 Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, 126th President of the NMA
🔹 Dr. Edmondo Robinson, Co-Chair, Task Force on AI
🔹 Dr. Charles DeShazer, Co-Chair, Task Force on AI
April 7, 2026, 7:00 PM ET
This is a must-attend discussion for physicians, healthcare leaders, and anyone invested in the future of medicine.
Register now: https://bit.ly/487GVop
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The National Medical Association is raising urgent concerns about the growing public health crisis in Cuba, where power outages, fuel shortages, and limited resources are disrupting critical medical care and impacting vulnerable populations.
As physicians committed to health equity and global health justice, we affirm that health is a human right.
đź”— Read the full statement here: https://nmanet.org/press-release/national-medical-association-raises-alarm-on-public-health-crisis-in-cuba/
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As we close out National Physicians Week, the National Medical Association proudly shines a spotlight on our extraordinary members, physicians who are leading, healing, mentoring, and advocating in communities across the nation.
Your commitment to advancing equitable care, your leadership in times of challenge, and your dedication to the patients and communities you serve do not go unnoticed.
Because of NMA members, progress is happening. Lives are being changed. Futures are being shaped.
Thank you for being the heart of this mission.
Let’s continue to uplift, support, and celebrate one another, not just this week, but every day.
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How are YOU celebrating National Doctors’ Day today?
At the National Medical Association, we’re proud to honor the incredible physicians who lead, serve, and advocate for healthier communities every single day and we want to celebrate with YOU!
Whether you’re recognizing a colleague, sharing your journey in medicine, or reflecting on the impact you make, we invite you to join us.
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We can’t wait to highlight and celebrate our community together!
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