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Welcome from NMA President
Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., M.D.
Dear Colleagues,
On behalf of the National Medical Association, I am pleased to invite you to the 2026 Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly, July 25–29 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
This year’s theme, “The New Reconstruction – Mobilizing Healthcare Justice for a New America: Our Patients, Providers, and Policy,” is a call to action. Join us for a dynamic experience where science, policy, and purpose come together to advance health equity and drive meaningful change.
From cutting-edge educational sessions and specialty programming to powerful networking and leadership opportunities, this is your chance to connect, learn, and lead alongside colleagues from across the country.
I encourage you to be part of this important moment and help shape the future of healthcare.
Register today and plan to join us in Puerto Rico.
Warm regards,
Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., M.D.
President
National Medical Association
Schedule of Events
Friday, July 24, 2026
- 11:00 am–8:00 pmOnsite Registration Opens
- 5:00–6:00 pmSection Chairs & BOT Convention Orientation Session
- 6:30–9:00 pmPast Presidents' Council Dinner
Saturday, July 25, 2026
- 7:30 am–4:00 pmOnsite Registration Opens
- 8:00 am–12:00 pm19th Annual Walk a Mile with a ChildRegister here.
- 9:00 am–5:30 pmEducational Sessions
- 11:00 am–12:30 pmPast Presidents' Leadership ForumIn conjunction with the New Member's Recognition. Open to All Attendees.
- 1:00–3:00 pmEdward C. Mazique, M.D. Symposium
- 3:30–5:30 pmHouse of Delegates Meeting
- 4:30–9:00 pmANMA Marketplace Open
- 6:00–7:00 pmOpening & Awards Reception
- 7:00–8:30 pmOpening & Awards Session
- 9:00–10:30 pmChairs Reception with the Student, Post-Grads & ResidentsBy invitation only.
Sunday, July 26, 2026
- 7:00–8:45 amANMA/NMA Prayer Breakfast
- 7:00 am–5:30 pmEducational Sessions
- 7:30 am–7:30 pmOnsite Registration Open
- 7:30 am–10:30 pmCamp NMA-zing
- 9:00–11:00 amEdith Irby Jones, M.D. Plenary Session
- 11:30 am–1:30 pmCouncil on Concerns of Women Physicians Awards Luncheon
- 1:45–3:45 pmW. Montague Cobb Health Institute Lecture & Symposium
- 4:00–6:00 pmHouse of Delegates Meeting
- 5:30–7:30 pmExhibit Hall Opening & Reception
- 5:30–7:30 pmPoster Session with AuthorsExhibit Hall
- 7:30–9:30 pmCorporate Circle ReceptionBy invitation only
Monday, July 27, 2026
- 7:00 am–7:30 pmEducational Sessions
- 7:30 am–4:00 pmOnsite Registration Open
- 7:30 am–10:30 pmCamp NMA-zing
- 9:00 am–8:00 pmANMA Marketplace
- 10:00 am–3:00 pmExhibit Hall OpenRefreshments served
- 11:00 am–3:00 pmPoster SessionExhibit Hall
- 1:00–2:30 pmPast Presidents' LuncheonBy invitation only
- 5:30–11:00 pmMedical School Alumni Receptions & Dinners
Tuesday, July 28, 2026
- 7:00 am–5:30 pmEducational Sessions
- 7:30 am–4:00 pmOnsite Registration Open
- 7:30 am–10:30 pmCamp NMA-zing
- 9:00 am–4:00 pmANMA Marketplace Open
- 10:00 am–3:00 pmExhibit Hall OpenRefreshments Served
- 11:00 am–3:00 pmPoster SessionExhibit Hall
- 1:00–3:00 pmPresident-Elect LuncheonBy invitation only
- 3:30–5:30 pmRegional Business Meetings
- 6:30–7:45 pmPresident's Installation
- 8:00 pm–11:59 amPresident's Ball
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
- 7:00 am–5:30 pmScientific Programs
- 7:30 am–12:00 pmOnsite Registration Open
- 7:30 am–10:30 pmCamp NMA-zing
- 11:00 am–1:00 pmThe Satcher Health Leadership Institute Symposium
- 12:30–6:00 pmHouse of Delegates Meeting
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Section Name
CME Room
Section Schedule
Active Days
- Jul 25
- Jul 26
- Jul 27
- Jul 28
- Jul 29
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Aerospace & Military Medicine
Sheraton -Miramar 2
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Asthma, Allergy & Immunology
Convention Ctr., Room 207
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Anesthesiology
Sheraton -San Felipe
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Basic Science
Sheraton, San Juan 4 & 5
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Community Health & Preventive Medicine
Convention Ctr., Room 202 A
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Dermatology
Sheraton -Laguna
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Emergency Medicine
Sheraton -Miramar 1
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Family Medicine
Convention Ctr., Room 101 AB
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General Surgery
Convention Ctr., Room 103 B
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Internal Medicine
Convention Ctr., Room 209
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Neurology / Neurosurgery
Convention Ctr., Room 202 B
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OBGYN
Sheraton - San Juan 1-3
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Ophthalmology
Sheraton - Miramar 4
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Orthopedics
Convention Ctr., 103 A
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Otolaryngology
Sheraton - San Juan 6
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Pathology
Convention Ctr., Room 202 C
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Pediatrics
Convention Ctr., Room 102 AB
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Physician Executives
Convention Ctr., Room 104 A
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Plastic Surgery
Convention Ctr, Room 103B
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Post Graduate
Convention Ctr., Room 204
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PMR
Convention Ctr., Room 104 BC
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Podiatry
Convention Ctr., Room 208C
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Psychiatry
Convention Center, room 104BC
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Radiology & Radiation Oncology
Convention Ctr., Room 208 A
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Urology
Convention Ctr., Room 208 B
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Women's Health
Convention Ctr., Room 203
- Hotels
- Travel
- Accomo-
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Hotels in the Convention Block
Please note that access to official hotel room blocks is available exclusively to registered attendees; a booking link will be included in your registration confirmation. We encourage early registration, as rooms are limited and may fill quickly.
Rooms in a new hotel will be released soon.
All hotels have a room tax rate of 9%/night
Hilton Garden Inn 
shuttle to the convention center
886 Ashford Ave
San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00907
Rates starting at $229 – Cutoff June 24, 2026
Daily resort fee of $30/room per night
La Concha Resort
shuttle to the convention center
1077 Ashford Avenue
San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00907
Rates starting at $289 – cutoff June 24, 2026
Daily resort fee of $65/room per night + tax
Sheraton Puerto Rico Resort & Casino
walking distance to the convention center
200 Convention Boulevard
San Juan, Puerto Rico 00907
Rates starting at $299 – Cutoff June 22, 2026
Daily resort fee of $45/room per night
Caribe Hilton
shuttle to the convention center
1 San Geronimo Street
San Juan, PR, 00901
Rates starting at $299 – Cutoff July 1, 2026
Daily resort fee of $30/room per night
Aloft
walking distance to the convention center
250 Convention Boulevard
San Juan, PR 00907
Rates starting at $299 – Cutoff June 20, 2025
Daily resort fee of $35/room per night
Hyatt House San Juan
walking distance to the convention center
615 Fernandez Juncos Avenue
San Juan, Puerto Rico, 00907
Rates starting at $274 – Cutoff June 22, 2026
Daily destination fee of $45/room per night
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for National Medical Association
Please click here to book your flights.
You may also call Conferences and Events® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NY4NC
*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.
United Air Lines
To make flight reservations online please click on the discount code below:
MileagePlus® members earn miles for their travel when using the United Meetings℠ discount code.
You may also call United Meetings Reservation Desk from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. CT, Monday–Friday (closed for major U.S. holidays) at (800) 426-1122 for booking assistance or visit united.com/meetingtravel and enter the code above.
Booking fees are waived for United Meetings reservations.
International customers may contact their local United® Reservation Desk.
Special Events
Opening & Awards
July 25, 2026
President's Installation
July 28, 2026
Past Presidents' Leadership Forum
July 25, 2026
Edward C. Mazique, M.D. Symposium
July 25, 2026
Edith Irby Jones, M.D. Plenary Session
July 26, 2026
W. Montague Cobb Health Institute Lecture & Symposium
July 26, 2026
Council on Concerns of Women Physicians Awards Luncheon
July 26, 2026
Past Speakers
have included…
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David S. Satcher, M.D., Ph.D.
Former U.S. Surgeon General
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The Honorable Robin Kelly
U.S. Representative (IL-02)
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Freda C. Lewis-Hall, M.D.
Former Chief Medical Officer, Pfizer Inc.
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Abby Phillip
CNN Anchor and Senior Political Correspondent
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Anthony S. Fauci, M.D.
Former Director, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
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The Honorable Xavier Becerra
Former U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services
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The Honorable Bernie Sanders
U.S. Senator (VT)
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The Honorable Ayanna Pressley
U.S. Representative (MA-07)
A Signature Experience for NMA Families
While you focus on the National Medical Association Convention, your children can take part in unforgettable, fully supervised experiences designed exclusively for NMA families.
Camp NMAzing offers age‑specific programming that ensures every child — from infants to teens — enjoys a developmentally appropriate, engaging, and joyful experience. Programs are delivered by Plus One Meetings, a trusted provider of youth and childcare experiences at national conferences.
Camp NMAzing Fees and Rates:
All five days = $1,700 
Four consecutive days = $1,200 (same price as 2025)
Two consecutive day = $1,000
Program fees cover transportation, activity admission fees, daily lunches and dinners, four t-shirts, and insurance. More details about the program and activities will be provided soon.
Each day, parents are required to drop off their child(ren) at 7:30 am and pick them up by 10:30 pm. Camp NMA-zing will be hosted at the Hilton Caribe. Please note that the schedule of activities may be subject to change.
Age Groups:
- 6 weeks – 2 years
- Ages 3 –5 years
- Ages 6 –17 years
Lady Bugs: Infant & Toddler Experience (6 weeks –2 years)
Families attending the National Medical Association Conference can participate fully knowing their infants and toddlers are cared for in a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment. Delivered by Plus One Meetings, the Infant & Toddler Camp NMAzing experience offers attentive, relationship-based care tailored to each child’s routine.
Infants and toddlers enjoy separate play and rest areas, engaging toys, and plenty of love. Caregivers follow each child’s natural schedule—rocking, snuggling, and providing comfort as needed. Age-appropriate activities support gentle exploration and play.
With experienced caregivers, low ratios, and consistent supervision, parents can feel confident and at ease.
Busy Bees: Ages 3–5 Experience
Parents can attend the conference with confidence knowing their preschoolers are enjoying a safe, fun, and enriching experience. The Ages 3–5 Camp NMAzing program offers a nurturing, play-based environment where curiosity and creativity thrive.
Children enjoy a secure, engaging space with age-appropriate activities including arts and crafts, cooperative games, movement, and quiet time. Program Leaders guide instructive play that fosters sharing, collaboration, and self-confidence—creating “I can’t believe I did that!” moments.
Supervised outdoor play and select off-site excursions introduce children to local Puerto Rican culture.
With experienced caregivers, and consistent supervision, children are supported in a welcoming environment where they can play, explore, and grow.
Explores: Ages 6–17 Experience
While you focus on the National Medical Association Conference, your children can enjoy a fully supervised, five-day adventure designed for ages 6–17. This immersive program blends cultural exploration, STEM learning, outdoor activities, and leadership development into a dynamic, enriching experience.
Participants explore Puerto Rico through curated excursions, including Arecibo Lighthouse, Old San Juan and Castillo San Cristóbal, Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park (featuring horseback riding, hayrides, and go-karts), Parque de las Ciencias, and a cultural immersion workshop at Parque Luis Muñoz Rivera, along with visits to Distrito T-Mobile and Toro Verde.
Through interactive learning, creative challenges, and group experiences, youth build confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills. Each day is thoughtfully balanced with activity, discovery, and reflection—creating meaningful “I can’t believe I did that!” moments.
The result is more than a camp experience—it’s a memorable journey of growth, connection, and discovery.
What to Expect
Our Explorers Program is designed for children ages 6–17 and blends exciting adventures, hands-on activities, and unforgettable field trips across Puerto Rico. From splashing in the water and racing go-karts to taking on a zipline course at Toro Verde, each day is filled with movement, laughter, and fun. Children will be grouped by age and supported by experienced childcare providers to ensure a safe, engaging, and memorable experience.
Each day includes a mix of offsite adventures and relaxed onsite time to recharge, connect, and wind down.
Daily Flow: Mornings begin with breakfast and group activities, followed by daytime field trips. Evenings include dinner, team challenges, creative activities, and wind-down time.
Safety & Supervision: All children are supervised by trained childcare providers at all times. Safety protocols, check-in/out procedures, and staff-to-child ratios are carefully maintained throughout the program.
*Please note: Daily timing may shift slightly based on program needs and child arrival times.
Day 1: Saturday, July 25 – Arecibo Lighthouse & Historic Park
Morning: 7:30–9:00
Field Trip: 9:00–6:30
Evening: 6:30–10:30
A coastal park featuring ocean views, interactive exhibits, a small water park, and themed attractions that bring Puerto Rico’s maritime history to life.
- Morning Block: Breakfast, kickoff, and Lighthouse preparation activities.
- Field Trip Block: Travel to Arecibo Lighthouse Park where children will explore interactive exhibits, take on team challenges, and enjoy time splashing in the water play area; perfect for cooling off and having fun together.
- Evening Onsite Block: Dinner followed by ocean-themed games, group activities, and a relaxed wind- down with an optional movie night.
Day 2: Sunday, July 26 – Old San Juan & Castillo San Cristóbal
Morning: 7:30–9:30
Field Trip: 9:30–6:00
Evening: 6:30–10:00
A historic city filled with colorful streets, centuries-old forts, and rich cultural heritage overlooking the Atlantic Ocean.
- Morning Block: Breakfast and group warm-up activities
- Field Trip Block: A day in Old San Juan exploring vibrant streets and Castillo San Cristóbal. Children will move through the city together, take in incredible views, and participate in fun, interactive groupchallenges along the way.
- Evening Onsite Block: Dinner followed by creative activities, team games, and time to unwind after a full day of exploring.
Day 3: Monday, July 27 – Carabalí Rainforest Adventure Park
Morning: 7:30–12:00
Field Trip: 12:00–6:30
Evening: 6:30–10:30
An outdoor adventure park near El Yunque Rainforest offering nature-based activities, animal encounters, and open-air exploration. A high-energy adventure day packed with some of the most exciting activities of the week.
- Morning Block: Breakfast, rainforest prep activities, and Project Sun presentation (ages 13–18)
- Field Trip Block: A full day at Carabalí where children can experience:
- Horseback riding
- Go-kart racing
- Open-air exploration and animal encounters
- This is a fun, active day designed for movement, laughter, and outdoor adventure.
- Evening Onsite Block: Dinner, light group activities, and a more relaxed wind-down after a big day.
Day 4: Tuesday, July 28 – Parque de las Ciencias
Morning: 7:30–9:30
Field Trip: 9:30–3:30
Evening: 6:30–10:30
A large science and discovery park with interactive exhibits, hands-on experiments, and a planetarium experience.
- Morning Block: Breakfast and team assignments
- Field Trip Block: Children will explore the science park through interactive exhibits, hands-on experiments, and playful discovery throughout the day.
- Evening Onsite Block: Dinner followed by fun challenges, group activities, and time to relax together.
Day 5: Wednesday, July 29 – Cultural Immersion & Toro Verde
Morning: 7:30–9:30
Field Trip: 9:30–3:30
Evening: 6:30–10:30
A day blending Puerto Rican culture with adventure, including interactive cultural experiences and a visit to one of the island’s top adventure parks.
- Morning Block: Breakfast and cultural workshops
- Field Trip Block: Travel to Toro Verde where children will experience outdoor adventure, including a zipline course and time to explore one of Puerto Rico’s most exciting parks.
- Evening Onsite Block: Dinner, celebration activities, performances, and a fun closing to the week.
Auxilliary to the National Medical Association (ANMA)
The ANMA has developed an array of networking, inspiring, educational, relaxing, and fun events for its members and those attending the National Medical Association annual convention. ANMA’s signature events include: the annual memorial breakfast honoring legacy members and celebrating faith and fellowship; and the annual golf outing to be held on Puerto Rico’s premier PGA Tour course.
Register for ANMA Events
Sponsorship & Exhibits
Connect face-to-face with more than 2,500 healthcare professionals across 26 specialties, many with direct purchasing authority or significant influence over institutional decision- making. Secure your exhibit booth and join us July 25–29, 2026, in San Juan, Puerto Rico for the nation’s largest and most influential gathering of African American physicians, physician executives, podiatrists, health professionals, academicians, and scientists. Position your organization at the forefront of innovation, engagement, and health equity.
DETAILS & CONTACTSOur Partners
NMA is grateful for the support of its Corporate Circle Members
