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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.
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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.
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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
📍 Morehouse School of Medicine | Atlanta, GA
🔗 Register: https://tinyurl.com/BLOODLINESATL
We look forward to seeing you there.
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NMA 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, was in attendance at the 31st Annual Health Action Conference hosted by Families USA in Washington, D.C. Dr. Mitchell took the main stage alongside national leaders, underscoring the importance of unified advocacy to protect health equity and expand access to affordable, quality care for all.
To read more, visit: https://bit.ly/4a83UjA or visit our link in bio.
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Today, we begin Black History Month 2026, and this year’s national theme, “A Century of Black History Commemorations,” honors 100 years of intentional efforts to study, preserve, and celebrate Black history, culture, and contributions.
At the National Medical Association, we recognize how these commemorations have not only shaped public understanding but have also helped transform the social, educational, and health outcomes of Black communities across generations. As physicians and advocates, we remain committed to advancing equity, opportunity, and excellence while honoring the legacy that made our progress possible.
This month, we celebrate the power of remembrance and the responsibility to continue building a healthier, more just future for all.
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