Melanie Hanna-Johnson is an Associate Professor in Clinical Medicine at Wayne State University School of Medicine (WSUSOM), Department of Internal Medicine in Detroit, Michigan. She received her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, her medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, and did her internship and residency at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Pontiac, Michigan. She subsequently received a Master’s degree in Health Services Administration from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. A Board-Certified Internist with the Wayne Health Practice Group and faculty in the WSUSOM Department of Internal Medicine, she has served in various leadership positions, including Associate Program Director and Chair of the Internal Medicine Search Oversight Committee. At the medical school, she teaches a course (P-4: Population, Patient, Physician, and Professionalism) to first-year medical students. She has served the National Medical Association as Secretary of the House of Delegates, Vice-Speaker of the House of Delegates, and currently Speaker of the House of Delegates. A Fellow in the American College of Physicians, she regularly mentors high school and college students through the summer Biomedical Career Advancement Program at her institution, a pathway for many of these students to pursue careers in medicine.
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.
📸 Share your photos, stories, and moments
🏷️ Tag the National Medical Association in your posts
💬 Use #NationalDoctorsDay and #NMA
We can’t wait to highlight and celebrate our community together!
Today, we proudly celebrate National Doctors’ Day and honor the dedication, compassion, and excellence of physicians across the country, especially the incredible members of the National Medical Association.
Every day, you show up for your patients, your communities, and the future of healthcare. You lead with purpose, advocate for equity, and deliver care that changes, and saves, lives.
Thank you for your unwavering commitment to advancing health, uplifting communities, and inspiring the next generation of physicians.
Today, we celebrate YOU.
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Join us for an important and impactful conversation.
The National Medical Association (NMA), in partnership with POP on Youth Violence, invites you to be part of the NMA & POP S.A.V.E.S Together Initiative Webinar - a powerful discussion focused on preventing youth violence and strengthening community health.
📅 March 26, 2026
🕕 6PM–7PM CST | 7PM–8PM EST
Hear from national leaders as they share how NMA chapters, physicians, students, and communities can work together to:
✔️ Partner with schools and student organizations
✔️ Support youth leadership and violence prevention
✔️ Launch initiatives like Promise Clubs and community health events
This is more than a webinar - it’s a call to action to create safer, healthier communities.
🔗 Register now to reserve your seat:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_OE9L7diTRACpm8P3XA6u5Q
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The National Medical Association is proud to host the 2026 National Colloquium on African American Health in Washington, DC, bringing together leading voices in medicine, research, and advocacy to advance solutions for health equity.
Centered on “The New Reconstruction,” this year’s colloquium is driving powerful conversations, policy engagement on Capitol Hill, and real action to address disparities impacting our communities.
Read more about the impact and key highlights from this year’s convening: https://bit.ly/4bp7Lun
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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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