Virginia A. Caine, MD is the Director and Chief Medical Officer of the Marion County Public Health Department. She is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Indiana University School of Medicine Infectious Diseases Division. She is the Past President of American Public Health Association, President of the National Medical Association (NMA), Chair of the Infectious Diseases Section, and member of the NMA and Indiana COVID-19 Task Forces. Recently appointed a member of the federal committee for Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Board of Scientific Counselors, Deputy Director for Infectious Diseases. In 2020, the Indianapolis Business Journal (IBJ) named her as one of 40 Influential People of the past 40 years, as they celebrated 40 Years of Progress in Indianapolis.
Dr. Caine works tirelessly to promote and advance public health through innovative programs and unprecedented collaborations. Her boundless energy, vision, and drive to serve people, especially disadvantaged areas, have led Dr. Caine to have her fingerprints on numerous projects. She helped set up the first HIV/AIDS healthcare delivery system of all major hospitals in Indianapolis.
Today, the National Medical Association recognizes World Cancer Day, a moment to stand with patients, families, caregivers, and physicians working every day to prevent, treat, and eliminate cancer disparities.
Cancer does not impact all communities equally. Together, we remain committed to advancing equitable access to prevention, early detection, high-quality care, clinical trials, and lifesaving treatment for all.
At NMA, we will continue to lead with science, advocacy, and compassion, because every life deserves the same chance to survive and thrive.
#WorldCancerDay #NationalMedicalAssociation #NMA #HealthEquity #CancerAwareness #CloseTheCareGap #PhysiciansForEquity
Today, the National Medical Association proudly celebrates National Women Physicians Day, honoring the extraordinary women physicians who lead with excellence, compassion, and courage every day.
On February 3, 2026, we recognize your impact on patients, families, communities, and the future of medicine. Thank you for breaking barriers, advancing health equity, and inspiring the next generation of physicians.
đź’™ Happy National Women Physicians Day!
#NationalWomenPhysiciansDay #NMA #WomenInMedicine #PhysicianLeaders #HealthEquity #CelebrateWomenPhysicians
The National Medical Association was honored to help kick off Black History Month with an inspiring engagement by our 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, at the CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Black Professional Network.
We are grateful for the opportunity to celebrate Black history, leadership, and the continued impact of Black physicians in advancing health equity, then and now.
#BlackHistoryMonth #NMA #RogerMitchellMD #HealthEquity #BlackLeadership #CareFirstBPN
The National Medical Association proudly celebrates Black history—then and now—and the leaders who continue to shape the future of medicine.
🎥 Watch this video: https://bit.ly/465dkv5 or visit the link in our bio and get to know our 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, a national leader, advocate, and powerful voice for health equity and justice.
#BlackHistoryMonth #NMA #BlackPhysicians #HealthEquity #LeadershipInMedicine #RogerMitchellMD
The National Medical Association is proud to share that Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, 126th President of the NMA, will be speaking during Stories of Hope: Radical Healthcare Solutions and the PAD Epidemic,a powerful film screening and panel discussion connected to Bloodlines: Mississippi.
Join us for an important community conversation focused on advancing health equity and addressing the Black American amputation epidemic.
📅 February 6, 2026 | ⏰ 5:45 PM
đź“Ť Morehouse School of Medicine | Atlanta, GA
đź”— Register: https://tinyurl.com/BLOODLINESATL
We look forward to seeing you there.
#NMA #HealthEquity #PADAwareness #BlackHealthMatters #PhysicianLeaders #CommunityHealth #BHM2026
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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