Martin Hamlette, JD, MHA, is the President & CEO of Evergreen Hill Advisors LLC, an executive level advisory firm specializing in social impact, workforce development, and population health strategic planning and administration. Mr. Hamlette has been contracted as the Interim Executive Director of the National Medical Association beginning October 11, 2025.
Most recently, he served at Novartis as US Head, ESG Strategy, Operations and Partnerships leading the strategic collaboration and execution for key U.S. Novartis Foundation and social impact collaborations to achieve global goals that expand access, promote innovation, and improve population health outcomes. In 2021, working closely with Patrice Matchaba, M.D., former President, Novartis U.S. Foundation, he helped to launch the $50 million Novartis Beacon of Hope initiative to improve health outcomes and higher education opportunities. Mr. Hamlette also led its initiative to combat cardiovascular disease, Healthy Zip Codes (HZC).
As a global thought leader within the healthcare industry, his perspectives are often highlighted. In June 2025, he presented key successes of the HZC initiative at the Cannes Lions Festival in France. In 2024, he presented on driving impact in society at the Unleash America conference in Las Vegas. In 2021, he was appointed to a COVID-19 advisory council at the Rockefeller Foundation. And in 2019, he was a featured panelist at the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture, addressing the economic and social inequities that impact positive health outcomes. Previously, he joined a leadership delegation in traveling to Havana, Cuba to study their community based health system ecosystem.
Initially, as the Executive Director of the NMA from 2015 through 2022, he led a 7 year period of sustained expansion and growth. Under his direction, the NMA received multi-year awards from several Fortune 100 companies, and private foundations committed to promoting health equity through public-private partnerships. He was the youngest and longest serving NMA executive director.
Prior to NMA, he served as chief advisor to DC Mayor Adrian M. Fenty on health policy and legislation.
Mr. Hamlette has a bachelor’s degree in economics from Howard University, a juris doctorate from the University of Dayton School of Law, and a masters degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Global Public Health. He has been licensed to practice law since 2002 in Maryland, New Jersey, and Washington, DC.
A member of Alfred Street Baptist Church, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, and The Boulé, he is also an avid golfer.
NMA’s 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell Jr., MD, and a delegation of NMA physicians convened at Regeneron’s global headquarters for the Regeneron Circle Club Leadership Meeting.
Together, they engaged in meaningful discussions on targeted genomic research and its clinical applications, advancing the conversation on how precision medicine can better serve diverse populations.
The NMA remains committed to fostering partnerships that drive innovation, equity, and excellence in medical research and patient care.
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🛑 Federal Shutdown Threatens Nutrition Access
The NMA, led by 126th President Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, is deeply concerned that SNAP benefits may not be issued on Nov. 1, putting 42 million people at risk of food insecurity and worsening health outcomes. Food is medicine—ending the shutdown and protecting SNAP is essential to health equity.
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🚨 Today is National First Responders Day 🚨
The National Medical Association (NMA) proudly honors the brave men and women who serve on the front lines of emergencies, our healthcare professionals, paramedics, EMTs, firefighters, and police officers who respond with courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication.
Your commitment saves lives, protects communities, and embodies the spirit of service and sacrifice that strengthens our nation every day.
Today, we extend our deepest gratitude to all first responders, including the many NMA physicians and members who answer the call to care in times of crisis. 🙏🏾💙
Thank you for being the first to step forward when others are in need.
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🌍 Bridging the Maternal Health Gap: Collaborative Solutions for Maternal Health Disparities
Join us Tuesday, October 28th at 6:30 PM CST for a Complimentary CME Webinar hosted by NMA Regions IV and V.
This powerful discussion will explore innovative, multidisciplinary strategies to advance maternal health equity, reduce disparities, and improve outcomes for African American mothers and infants.
🎙️ Featured Panelists:
• William Greenfield, MD – Medical Director, Family Health, Arkansas Department of Health
• Tiana Montella, MS, RD, LD, CD-L, CLS – Registered Dietitian Supervisor, Franklin County WIC Program
• Janet Reid Hector, Ed.D, RD – Assistant Professor of Healthcare Management & Leadership, Rutgers University – Biomedical and Health Sciences
✨ Attendees will gain insight into clinical care models, nutrition-centered strategies, and community-driven approaches that strengthen maternal and infant health.
📅 Tuesday, October 28th @ 6:30 PM CST
💻 Complimentary CME Webinar
📲 Register today: https://loom.ly/MrlC93w
Let’s work together to close the maternal health gap and #MobilizeHealthJustice for the new America.
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The National Medical Association (NMA) is proud to announce the appointment of Martin Hamlette, JD, MHA, as Interim Executive Director.
A respected leader in health equity and social impact, Mr. Hamlette brings decades of experience spanning public policy, workforce development, and population health strategy. Having previously served as NMA’s Executive Director from 2015 to 2022, he returns to guide the Association through another pivotal chapter of growth and advocacy for Black physicians and the communities they serve.
“It is an honor to return to the National Medical Association and serve its members once again during such a pivotal time for our profession and our communities,” Hamlette said. “The NMA has always stood as a beacon for health equity and social justice in medicine, and I am excited to help advance that mission alongside our dedicated leadership, physicians, and partners.”
Read the full announcement here: http://bit.ly/479NKpx
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