Michael G. Knight, MD, MSHP, FACP is a physician and the Patient Safety Officer at The George Washington University Medical Faculty Associates, and Assistant Professor of Medicine at The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Originally from New York City, Dr. Knight completed undergraduate studies at Oakwood University, and attended the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University. He then completed residency training at New York Presbyterian – Weill Cornell Medical Center, and was a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Clinical Scholar at the University of Pennsylvania, where he completed a Masters in Health Policy Research. In his current role as Patient Safety Officer for the GW Medical Faculty Associates, he is involved with the analysis of medical errors and adverse events, and leads the development of responsive programs to build a culture of safety throughout the organization. Dr. Knight is board certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine, and practices clinically at the GW Medical Faculty Associates in Washington, DC.
Throughout his career, Dr. Knight has been a champion for health equity, and has been instrumental in developing community health education programs throughout the United States. Dr. Knight served as the 48th National President of the Student National Medical Association, and currently serves as the founder and president of the Renewing Health Foundation, a non-profit organization working to empower urban minority communities through health education. He has served on various boards and committees of organizations such as the American Medical Association, where he serves as Vice-Chair of the Minority Affairs Section, and the National Medical Association, where he currently serves as Region II Trustee. He has been a featured medical expert on radio, television, and in print news media, and routinely speaks at events internationally and throughout the United States. Dr. Knight has received numerous awards including the American Medical Association Foundation Leadership Award, Top 30 under 30 Alumni of Case Western Reserve University, Top 40 Under 40 Leaders in Health Award by the National Minority Quality Forum, and Top Healthcare Professionals Under 40 Award by the National Medical Association.
🩺 The National Medical Association (NMA) invites you to an informative session on the “Importance of Vaccination During Fall Respiratory Season” with a special focus on protecting those with underlying medical conditions.
🗓 Date: October 20, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST
💻 Location: Online Webinar
Learn how vaccines play a vital role in preventing serious illness and complications during the respiratory season.
Presenters:
Virginia Caine, MD — 125th NMA Past President
Yolanda Lawson, MD — 124th NMA Past President
Oliver Brooks, MD — 120th NMA Past President
Register today: http://bit.ly/4q1kyIG or scan the QR code on the flyer!
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📻 Tune In This Morning!
126th NMA President, Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, will be live on WBAI Radio 99.5 FM NYC starting at 7:05 AM!
Join the conversation and hear Dr. Mitchell discuss key issues impacting health equity and the medical community. Don’t miss this insightful interview!
Listen live at wbai.org
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NMA 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell Jr., MD, joined his NMA colleagues in Chicago, connecting, collaborating, and continuing the mission to advance health equity and empower physicians nationwide.
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✨ Honoring Leadership & Excellence ✨
We are proud to celebrate Dr. Roger A. Mitchell, MD, the 126th President of the National Medical Association (NMA), as he represents the NMA at the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Clinical Congress 2025.
His presence at this prestigious gathering of surgical and medical leaders underscores his lifelong commitment to advancing health equity, advocating for underrepresented communities, and shaping the future of medicine.
Congratulations, Dr. Mitchell, on this well-deserved recognition and for continuing to uplift the mission of the NMA on a global stage!
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Today we celebrate and honor Joy D. Calloway, our Executive Director, on her last day with the NMA. 💐
Joy, your leadership, vision, and unwavering dedication have left an indelible mark on our organization and our mission. We are deeply grateful for all you’ve done to advance health equity and support the NMA community.
We wish you nothing but continued success in your future endeavors and look forward to the day our paths cross again.
With gratitude and best wishes,
💙 The NMA Family
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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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