The National Medical Association

The National Medical Association The collective voice of African American physicians & leading force for parity & justice in medicine.

Visit us at NMAnet.org & on Twitter and IG The National Medical Association is truly a NATIONAL association of minority physicians. The minority physician is present in literally in every US state and territory. The NMA corporate office is located in Silver Spring, Maryland adjacent to the nation’s capital. The organizational structure of the NMA provides an established national network of physicians with a powerful reach within communities across the nation. Our structure allows for national, regional, state and even more targeted initiatives.

The Council on the Concerns of Women Physicians (CCWP) of the National Medical Association reminds everyone that cervica...
01/28/2026

The Council on the Concerns of Women Physicians (CCWP) of the National Medical Association reminds everyone that cervical cancer is preventable.

Early action saves lives. Protect yourself and those you love through:
✔️ Routine Pap tests
✔️ HPV screening and vaccination
✔️ Early detection and timely treatment

Together, we can reduce disparities, raise awareness, and improve outcomes for women everywhere. Talk to your healthcare provider and stay proactive about your health.


01/26/2026

The National Medical Association (NMA) proudly endorses the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) 2026 Childhood Immunization Schedule, reinforcing an evidence-based approach to protecting children against 18 vaccine-preventable diseases. We encourage health care providers, families, and caregivers to follow science-backed guidance that keeps our communities safe and healthy.

🔗 Read more: https://bit.ly/3NRtthb

01/23/2026

The National Medical Association (NMA) strongly rejects any proposal to make life-saving vaccines “optional.” Routine vaccination against diseases like measles and polio has protected generations and saved countless lives and weakening these standards puts our communities at risk, especially our most vulnerable.

We urge lawmakers to act now to protect public health and preserve decades of progress rooted in science and evidence-based medicine.

🔗 Read more at https://bit.ly/4bKE8nO or visit our website for more information.

The National Medical Association is proud to share that our 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, is delivering a...
01/22/2026

The National Medical Association is proud to share that our 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, is delivering a keynote address at Families USA.

As a leading voice in medicine, advocacy, and health equity, Dr. Mitchell continues to elevate the critical conversations shaping the future of healthcare, centered on protecting access, improving outcomes, and ensuring equity for communities that have too often been left behind.

We look forward to the impact of his message and the continued collaboration to advance a healthier, more just America.

The National Medical Association is proud to partner with the Council on Concerns of Women Physicians (CCWP) to bring yo...
01/22/2026

The National Medical Association is proud to partner with the Council on Concerns of Women Physicians (CCWP) to bring you a powerful, physician-focused webinar designed to help you take control of your financial future.

📅 February 12, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM EST

Join us for a Physician-Focused Financial Planning Session featuring Yohance Harrison, BFATM, CRPC®, and learn practical strategies to build long-term financial wellness.

✅ What you’ll learn:
• Foundations of Financial Planning
• Wealth Building
• Tax Awareness
• Retirement Planning
• Estate & Legacy Planning

📲 Save your seat! Scan the QR code on the flyer or visit: https://bit.ly/4bhoe4h to RSVP.

Let’s prioritize financial wellness—because empowerment goes beyond the exam room. 💪🏽🩺

🎉 We are excited to welcome Colin Syphax back to the National Medical Association as our Chief of Staff!With more than 1...
01/21/2026

🎉 We are excited to welcome Colin Syphax back to the National Medical Association as our Chief of Staff!

With more than 16 years of experience in medical education, professional development, and association leadership, Colin brings deep expertise and a proven track record of advancing mission-driven impact. Most recently, he served as Vice President of Education & Professional Development at the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases (AASLD), where he led enterprise-wide education strategy and supported major national scientific meetings.

Colin previously held multiple leadership roles at NMA and played a key role in our successful ACCME reaccreditation with Commendation.

We’re thrilled to have him rejoin the team and look forward to the leadership, collaboration, and excellence he will bring as we continue advancing health equity and strengthening the future of medicine.

Today, we honor the life, legacy, and leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a champion for justice, equity, and hum...
01/19/2026

Today, we honor the life, legacy, and leadership of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a champion for justice, equity, and human dignity.

At the National Medical Association, we remain committed to advancing the work Dr. King fought for by advocating for health equity, expanding access to quality care, and addressing the disparities that continue to impact Black communities across our nation.

On this day of remembrance and service, may we all be inspired to lead with courage, compassion, and purpose, and continue building a healthier, more just future for all.

The National Medical Association (NMA) is proud to share the Second World Congress on Racial and Ethnic Health Dispariti...
01/14/2026

The National Medical Association (NMA) is proud to share the Second World Congress on Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities, a hybrid event bringing together health professionals and leaders from around the world to address one of the most urgent challenges of our time: racial and ethnic health inequities.

📅 January 27–31, 2026

This event is designed to unite experts, advocates, and changemakers to discuss health disparities and explore real solutions to drive equity forward.

✅ Register today: https://web.cvent.com/event/b5f50d2b-37a1-427a-9710-b95becb9e9a6/summary

Let’s keep pushing toward a future where quality healthcare is accessible for every community, everywhere.

Join us in Washington, DC for the 2026 Health Disparities Symposium, a powerful two-day convening focused on bridging ga...
01/14/2026

Join us in Washington, DC for the 2026 Health Disparities Symposium, a powerful two-day convening focused on bridging gaps in chronic disease care and advancing health equity through education, research, and policy-driven dialogue.

📅 January 23–24, 2026
📍 Howard University Hospital | W. Lester Henry Towers Auditorium
🎓 CME Credit Available
✅ Free to attend

Presented by the W. Montague Cobb/NMA Health Institute, in collaboration with Howard University Hospital, and supported by the American Diabetes Association, this symposium brings together physicians, trainees, researchers, public health professionals, healthcare leaders, and community advocates.

Event Highlights
• Friday, Jan 23: Opening Reception & Fireside Chat on healthcare disparities in chronic disease management
• Saturday, Jan 24: Educational Symposium - Bridging the Gap: Advancing Equity in Education, Research, and Healthcare

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/2026HDEvent

The National Medical Association is proud to celebrate Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, 126th President, as the 2026 African ...
01/13/2026

The National Medical Association is proud to celebrate Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, 126th President, as the 2026 African Americans in Medicine Honoree at Harlem Fine Arts Show (HFAS18).

Dr. Mitchell will be honored during African Americans in Medicine: The Art of Healing (AAIM), a powerful tribute recognizing trailblazers whose leadership advances excellence, equity, and compassion across medicine, education, and the arts.

📍 The Glasshouse, New York City
📅 Saturday, February 21, 2026

Join us as we honor Dr. Mitchell’s extraordinary impact and celebrate the lasting legacy of Black physicians shaping the future of health and healing.

01/10/2026

Recent changes to the CDC childhood vaccine schedule have shifted six vaccines, like flu, hepatitis A & B, RSV, and rotavirus, so they’re no longer universally recommended for all children, which has created confusion for families and clinicians.

As a pediatrician and NMA President-Elect, Dr. Brandi Freeman says:

“These are vaccines that we as pediatricians have relied on for decades to prevent serious illness, hospitalization, and even death in children. The science behind them has not changed… Delayed or missed vaccinations increase risk, especially for infants and young children.”

Vaccines remain safe, effective, and available. Talk with your child’s clinician about the best plan for your family.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.parents.com/cdc-vaccine-changes-2026-11881564

Advancing health equity requires action at every level, including the states.Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, 126th President...
01/09/2026

Advancing health equity requires action at every level, including the states.

Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, 126th President of the National Medical Association, emphasized the importance of a strong state-level strategy as a core component of NMA’s advocacy work.

We are pleased to collaborate with the American Medical Association to help consolidate efforts and strengthen coordinated advocacy that protects patients and advances health equity nationwide.

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The National Medical Association (NMA) is the collective voice of African American physicians and the leading force for parity and justice in medicine and the elimination of disparities in health.

The National Medical Association is the largest and oldest national organization representing African American physicians and their patients in the United States. The NMA is a 501(c) (3) national professional and scientific organization representing the interests of more than 50,000 African American physicians and the patients they serve. NMA is committed to improving the quality of health among minorities and disadvantaged people through its membership, professional development, community health education, advocacy, research and partnerships with federal and private agencies. Throughout its history the National Medical Association has focused primarily on health issues related to African Americans and medically underserved populations; however, its principles, goals, initiatives and philosophy encompass all ethnic groups.