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.
Dr. Damali Campbell, Region I Trustee of the National Medical Association (NMA) and the head of the Medical Society of New Jersey, has been featured in NJ PBS’ “Price of Silence: The Search for Freedom in New Jersey,” a historical documentary that dives into the story of the Great Migration. It also notably features Dr. John A. Kenney, president of the NMA in 1912 and founder of the NMA Journal.
If you are based in New Jersey, and would like to tune in, the documentary will air on NJ PBS tonight at 8 p.m. EST.
#NMA #PDS #region1 #documentary
📢 NMA Fireside Chat: Protecting Access, Preserving Equity
Join us for an engaging and timely Fireside Chat as we explore the potential impacts of proposed healthcare program cuts in the new Congress, with a particular focus on Medicaid.
📅 February 19, 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM ET
📍 Virtual Event
This critical discussion will examine how these policy changes could exacerbate health disparities and worsen health outcomes, particularly for marginalized communities.
Featured Speakers:
🔹 Rev. Dr. Roger Mitchell, Jr. – NMA President-Elect, President, Howard University
🔹 Bruce Siegel, MD, MPH – President/CEO, America’s Essential Hospitals
💡 Be part of this essential conversation and advocate for health equity.
🔗 Register now: https://bitl.to/3xmM
#NMAFiresideChat #HealthEquity #Medicaid #HealthcareAccess #NMA
✨ Celebrating Excellence in Community Service! ✨
The National Medical Association proudly congratulates Dr. Richard Allen Williams, President of the Minority Health Institute, on his induction into the Los Angeles Hall of Fame! 🎉🏆
Dr. Williams, pictured front row, far right, joined Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and other esteemed honorees at City Hall on February 7, 2025, recognized for their exceptional commitment to community service.
His dedication to advancing minority health and medical equity continues to inspire us all! 🙌🏾👏🏾
#NMADoctors #LAHallOfFame #HealthEquity #CommunityImpact #BlackExcellence
📢 Join the Conversation on Health Equity!
The National Medical Association invites you to an engaging Fireside Chat exploring the critical impacts of proposed Medicaid cuts on health equity.
🗓 Date: February 19, 2025
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM ET
🎤 Speakers:
• Rev. Dr. Roger Mitchell, Jr. – NMA President-Elect, President of Howard University
• Bruce Siegel, MD, MPH – President/CEO of America’s Essential Hospitals
This discussion will tackle how these policy changes could deepen health disparities and worsen outcomes for marginalized communities. Don’t miss this crucial conversation!
Register now: https://bitl.to/3xmM
Together, let’s work to protect access and preserve equity in healthcare!
#HealthEquity #MedicaidCuts #FiresideChat #NMA
❤️ Happy Valentine’s Day from the National Medical Association!
This Valentine’s Day, let’s take a moment to celebrate love and care—not just for others, but also for ourselves. February is Heart Month, and there’s no better time to show your heart some love by prioritizing your health.
Make this month about small but impactful steps like eating heart-healthy meals, staying active, and managing stress. Loving yourself means loving your heart! 💓
Tag someone you care about and remind them to prioritize their health today and every day. Together, let’s lead with love and wellness.
#ValentinesDay #HeartHealth #NMAFamily #HealthyHeartHealthyYou
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