Dr. Juana Hutchinson-Colas is an Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, the director of the division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery and co-director at the Women’s Health Institute at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (RWJMS). She is an educator who is passionate about mentorship and serve as the faculty advisor for RWJMS White Coats for Black Lives student organization. Dr. Hutchinson-Colas’ clinical areas of interest include pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, bladder pain syndromes, geriatric gynecology and urogenital fistulas. She provides consultation and pelvic surgery for transgender men who desire surgical removal of uterus, adnexa, and vagina. She has participated in several clinical trials and is currently collaborating on a translational research project investigating mechanisms of female organ prolapse. Prior to joining the faculty at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, Dr. Hutchinson-Colas was Assistant Professor and interim chair at Jersey City Medical Center/Mt. Sinai School of Medicine.
Dr. Hutchinson-Colas completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Downstate Medical College, the State University of New York, followed by a fellowship in Urogynecology/Pelvic Medicine at Montefiore Medical Center of Albert Einstein College of Medicine in New York. She is board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and subspecialty board certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS), as well. Dr. Hutchinson-Colas is a member of the Gold Humanism Honor Society. Her passion for a person’s health and wellness encompasses patient care, scholarship, and advocacy.
Dr. Hutchinson-Colas completed her MBA to have an additional skill set to navigate the financial aspects of the healthcare industry. She serves on several national committees, including the Association of Professors in Gynecology and Obstetrics: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee. Dr. Hutchinson-Colas also serves her local community: as a member the New Jersey Medical Association, the local chapter of the NMA; as an appointed member of the New Jersey Office on Minority and Multicultural Health Advisory Commission; and member of the PROUD Gender Center Advisory Council at Rutgers Health. She is a founding members of the New Jersey Black Women Physician Association, an organization that is committed to lead in improving the health and wellness for providers and their communities, through advocacy, educational programs, mentoring and collaboration with stakeholders. Dr. Hutchinson-Colas is committed to using her many talents and experience to serve the National Medical Association.
We’re proud to announce that Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, President-Elect of the National Medical Association and President of Howard University Hospital, will be a featured speaker at the inaugural Health Equity Summit hosted by the NAACP Center for Health Equity!
Date: Saturday, July 12, 2025
Location: Charlotte Convention Center, Charlotte, NC
The Summit will spotlight the NAACP Center for Health Equity’s four strategic pillars and advance bold conversations around solutions to health disparities, informed by community voices and emerging best practices.
Join us as Dr. Mitchell helps lead this critical dialogue on the political determinants of health and shaping policy to protect and promote the well-being of Black communities and all who thrive through equity.
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📣 Big News from the National Medical Association!
We’re proud to officially launch the NMA Ambassador Program, a groundbreaking initiative designed to amplify the voices of Black physicians, advance health equity, and bring our mission to life in communities across the country.
Our inaugural class of NMA Ambassadors embodies medical excellence, bold leadership, and a deep commitment to justice and wellness for Black communities. These standout professionals will serve as storytellers, educators, and advocates, engaging digitally, speaking publicly, and reaching out locally to champion the values of the NMA.
Please join us in celebrating our 2025 NMA Ambassadors:
* Rahn Bailey, MD
* Gregory Hall, MD
* Kevin Jefferson, DPM
* Dara King, MD
* Contessa Metcalfe, MD
* Ashanda Saint Jean, MD
Their first official appearance? The 123rd Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly, happening July 19–23, 2025, in Chicago, IL. Expect exclusive coverage, inspiring stories, and behind-the-scenes moments you won’t want to miss!
Let’s celebrate this powerful launch and give a warm welcome to these incredible physician leaders!
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Congratulations to NMA member Dr. Andrea Hayes Dixon on her historic appointment as President of the American Pediatric Surgical Association (APSA)!
Dr. Hayes Dixon, Dean of Howard University College of Medicine, is a nationally recognized pediatric cancer surgeon, researcher, and medical educator. She is the first Black woman in the U.S. to be board-certified in pediatric surgery, and now, the first Black woman to lead APSA.
With over two decades of groundbreaking work in academic medicine and pediatric surgical innovation, Dr. Hayes Dixon continues to lead, mentor, and champion health equity on a national scale.
🔗 Read more here: https://bitl.to/4lLz
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✨ THE ANMA MARKETPLACE is back!
Join the ANMA for a vibrant showcase of collectible art, fine jewelry, and high fashion at the 2025 NMA Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly in Chicago, IL!
🗓️ Marketplace Hours:
Saturday, July 19 | 4 PM – 9 PM
Sunday & Monday, July 20–21 | 9 AM – 7 PM
Tuesday, July 22 | 9 AM – 9 PM
Come shop, connect, and celebrate culture and creativity with us!
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The 2025 NMA Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly is the event of the year—happening in Chicago! Don’t miss powerful plenaries, cutting-edge CME, advocacy training, and unmatched networking to advance Black health and shape the future of medicine.
Visit www.nmanet.org/2025convention for more information.
Let’s gather, grow, and lead the future—together in Chicago!
#NMA #NationalMedAssn #NMAChicago25
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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