The National Medical Association

12/17/2025

📢 Upcoming Chair Chat Premiere - Don’t Miss This Critical Conversation

The National Medical Association is proud to share that NMA 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, and Dr. Cynthia Swann, Vice Chair, Civil Rights Law Section will be speaking in an important Chair Chat titled: Deaths in Custody: Civil Rights, Accountability, and Oversight

🗓 Premieres: Thursday, December 18, 2025
⏰ Time: 2:00 p.m. ET
📺 Watch Here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-RucCfXYgys

Deaths in custody raise urgent and complex questions about civil rights, transparency, and accountability. In this powerful discussion, Dr. Roger Mitchell, Jr. joins Dr. Cynthia Swann to examine how deaths in custodial settings are investigated and how those investigations impact legal outcomes, systems of oversight, and public trust.

Don't miss this event!

12/16/2025

🎉🎓Congratulations to the Climate & Health Equity Fellowship Class of 2025!

Five years strong, CHEF has now empowered over 50 physicians from 20+ states and U.S. territories to lead on climate and health equity.

Read more here: https://bit.ly/4qxrYTF

12/16/2025

✨ REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! ✨

The National Medical Association (NMA) National Convention & Scientific Assembly is heading to Puerto Rico July 25–29, 2026! 🇵🇷

Join us for the largest gathering of Black physicians and healthcare professionals in the nation, where medicine, innovation, and advocacy converge.

This is more than a conference, it’s THE movement shaping the future of Black health.

REGISTER NOW and be part of the impact: https://www.mcievents.com/nma2026/

12/15/2025

NAACP Calls for Equity-First Approach to AI in Healthcare, Issues Governance Framework to Build Healthier Futures

READ MORE HERE: http://bit.ly/4aiLRZG

"The National Medical Association (NMA) is inspired by the groundbreaking work of Dr. Chris Pernell and the NAACP Center of Health Equity in exploring how AI can transform healthcare. There is a clear sense of urgency to advancing AI to improve equity and access in healthcare. The NMA is clear on the transformational power of AI to support our members and their patients. Our newly formed AI/Innovation/Entrepreneurship Task Force is working diligently to inform AI in health equity by ensuring that these technical advances adhere to a robust regulatory and ethical framework. We deeply appreciate the NAACP for its vision and partnership."

— Roger A. Mitchell, Jr MD, 126th President, National Medical Association

12/11/2025

🎙️ NMA President Featured on The Tea with April Ryan!

We’re proud to share that Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, 126th President of the National Medical Association, was featured on The Tea with April Ryan.

Listen in as Dr. Mitchell and April Ryan dive into the current healthcare crisis, its impact on Black communities, and the urgent need for equity-centered solutions nationwide.

The NMA remains committed to elevating these conversations and advocating for policies that protect and advance the health of our communities.

Tune in now and join the discussion: https://youtu.be/MH7YjIcCTGo

12/10/2025

The National Medical Association (NMA), is proud to highlight the leadership of our 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell Jr., MD.

This week, Dr. Mitchell had the honor of addressing the full membership of the Congressional Black Caucus, a powerful moment for advancing our shared commitment to eliminating health disparities and strengthening equity across America.

“What a great opportunity to present to the full membership of the Congressional Black Caucus the work of the NMA and the importance of Health Equity in America.” - Roger A. Mitchell Jr., MD, NMA 126th President

As the nation’s oldest and largest organization representing Black physicians and their patients, the NMA remains steadfast in championing policies, research, and advocacy that drive meaningful change in our communities.

12/10/2025

NMA is now offering a seamless way to automatically renew your membership annually.

Renewing is easy. Use the following link: https://nmanet.org/join-nma/ then select "Click Here to Renew Membership"

*Please note, Postgrads and Students are not eligible for the auto-renewal option

Your membership will automatically renew in October of each year, and you will receive a reminder email before your card is charged. If you need to change your card information or would like to opt out, please email memberservices@nmanet.org or call (202) 347-1895.

We value your membership and look forward to your continued support of the National Medical Association.

12/10/2025

12/09/2025

The National Medical Association proudly celebrates the Minority Health Institute (MHI) and its 40-year legacy of advancing equity and improving outcomes for underserved communities.

NMA 126th President, Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, had the great honor of delivering the keynote address at this milestone Award Ceremony, uplifting the importance of collaboration, advocacy, and the continued fight to eliminate health disparities.

We extend our sincere congratulations to MHI for four decades of leadership and progress in mobilizing health care justice!✨

12/09/2025

The National Medical Association (NMA) extends our sincere appreciation to the NAACP Center for Health Equity for the opportunity to participate in the ACE Your Health – From Coast to Coast: Data Driven Solutions for Health Equity activation.

We were proud to have Dr. Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD, NMA 126th President, in attendance representing the NMA and the interests of our members, ensuring that the priorities of Black physicians and the communities we serve were strongly represented in this critical conversation on health equity.

We look forward to continued collaboration as we work together to advance meaningful, data-driven solutions that improve health outcomes nationwide.

12/09/2025

There’s still time to join us for The Rural 50 – NMA Ensuring Access in Rural America webinar happening tomorrow night, December 9, at 7:00 PM ET!

Millions of Americans living in rural communities face significant barriers to care, and change is urgently needed. This expert panel will break down what the new rural health fund means for providers and patients, and the current implementation landscape. We’ll also explore the political momentum behind rural health and how YOU can get involved.

🗣️ Featuring:
• Roger A. Mitchell, Jr., MD – NMA 126th President
• Sara Singleton – Leavitt Partners
• Kathleen Nolan – Health Management Associates (HMA)
• Susan Ward Jones, MD – CEO, East Arkansas Family Health Center, Inc.

🕖 December 9, 2025 | 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET
📲 Register now: https://bit.ly/3Mfar3t

Let’s work together to ensure equitable healthcare access across all of America and rural communities. We hope to see you there!

12/08/2025

Join the NMA and leading faith voices who are standing in the gap for health justice in our communities.

🕊️ Faith Leaders on Navigating Health, Access & Justice
Session Three: Enduring Voices — Sustaining Advocacy & Messaging for Health Justice

📅 December 8
⏰ 1:30 PM ET

Hear powerful insights from:
✨ Rev. Shavon Arline-Bradley – REACH Beyond Solutions
✨ Bishop Leah Daughtry – House of the Lord Churches
✨ Rev. Roslyn Brock – NAACP
✨ Rev. Dr. J. Lawrence Turner – Black Clergy Collaborative of Memphis

Let’s continue the movement toward stronger, healthier communities — together.

📲 Register now using the QR code below!