Florida Osteopathic Medical Association

02/20/2026

Still thinking about the incredible moments from the 2026 FOMA Live Convention! What an unforgettable experience filled with connection, learning, and celebration.

Missed it this year? Don’t worry — keep watching until the end for a special surprise. 👀✨

See you in 2027! 😉

02/19/2026

Congratulations to FOMA member, Roberteen McCray, DO, on being selected as a member of the 2026 AOA Leadership Academy!

Round of applause for all selected! 👏

Congratulations to the newest cohort of the 2026 AOA Leadership Academy!
We’re proud to welcome these emerging leaders as they begin their yearlong journey of professional growth, collaboration and service to the osteopathic profession.

2026 Cohort:
Pantelis Antoniou, OMS III; John Arthur, DO; Tessa Banks; Alex Biera, OMS III; Christina Bogdani, OMS III; Kelly Brake, OMS III; Nathan Carroll, DO; Anisa Ciaciura, OMS II; Christine DiEnna, DO; Austin Dobson, OMS II; Kelly Frasier, DO; Cameron Gachett, DO; Jennifer Gaide, DO; Shivika Gaind, OMS III; Brittany Garza, DO; Lauren Jernstadt, OMS III; Austin Layton, OMS III; Roberteen McCray, DO; Susan Medalie, DO; Michael Moskowitz, DO; Wadsworth Murad, DO; Chinwe Okonkwo, DO; Brett Picciotti, DO; Clayton Rawson, OMS III; Forum Sanghavi, DO; Tanvi Shah, OMS IV; Jacqueline Shoemaker, OMS III; Patrick Sinco; Rosmi Thomas, DO; Hans Zuckerman, DO.

Read more about the Leadership Academy here: https://bit.ly/3OuZdqn

02/19/2026

Former FOMA President and current AOA President-elect, Richard Thacker, DO, MACOI, with current AOA President Robert Piccinini, DO, D.FACN, and AOA CEO Kathleen Creason, MBA, at the AOA Midyear Retreat and Business Meeting in Savannah, GA.

AOA leaders kicked off the Midyear Retreat and Business Meeting in Savannah with big ideas, good energy and plenty of teamwork.

Joining forces: Kathleen Creason, MBA, AOA CEO; Robert Piccinini, DO, D.FACN, AOA president; and Richard Thacker, DO, MACOI, AOA president-elect — ready to tackle the issues shaping the future of osteopathic medicine.

The Board of Trustees meets Feb. 17-19 to chart the path ahead.

Details: https://bit.ly/4pzCwBs

02/18/2026

Only a few weeks away until the FOMA 2026 Virtual Convention!

Register today on our website or by giving us a call at (850) 878-7364!

FL licensure period ends March 31, 2026!

02/17/2026

Congratulations to James Towry, DO, FAOCD, FAAD, on his installation as FOMA President during the 2026 FOMA Live Convention on February 7.

Dr. Towry graduated from the Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1985 and is a board-certified dermatologist with more than 20 years of experience. He has practiced in Ocala since 2009 and has been a part of the FOMA for over 33 years.

We look forward to his leadership in the year ahead.

Pictured with Dr. Towry is his wife, Keri, and their daughters, Mary, Elizabeth, and Sarah.

02/16/2026

Happy Presidents Day from the FOMA!

02/14/2026

Happy Valentines Day from the FOMA! ♥️

02/13/2026

February is American Heart Month! Protect your heart with healthy habits, preventive care, and regular checkups.

02/13/2026

We are pleased to announce that Andrew Floyd, MBA, CAE, CMP-HC, is FOMA's new Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective February 9, 2026.

With 18 years of dedicated service to the organization, Floyd brings extensive institutional knowledge and proven leadership to this role. Most recently serving as Director of Membership and Education, Floyd has played a key role in advancing member engagement, strengthening educational programming, and supporting the organization’s strategic initiatives.

We congratulate Andrew and look forward to his continued leadership in this new role.

02/11/2026

Congratulations to FOMA award winners who received their awards at the 2026 FOMA Live Convention!

For a full listing of the 2026 awards and winner names, visit our website at https://www.foma.org/awards.

02/11/2026

Today, we celebrate the brilliant women and girls driving innovation, discovery, and progress in science. 🔬✨

Your curiosity, dedication, and creativity inspire the next generation.

02/10/2026

This Black History Month we honor William G. Anderson D.O., an American surgeon who was the first African-American to become a member of the Board of Trustees of the American Osteopathic Association (AOA) for twenty years where he also served as president.

Thank you for paving the way, Dr. Anderson!