Iowa Medical Society

Iowa Medical Society Our Vision: To be the leading voice in medicine to make Iowa a premier destination for physicians to live, work, and serve their communities.

Established in 1850, IMS is a statewide professional association representing more than 6,000 Iowa physicians, residents, and medical students. We work to advance the practice of medicine through advocacy, education, and engagement with physicians throughout Iowa to ensure the highest quality of care for the patients they serve.

We have some great events scheduled for the month of March! Register through the event calendar here: https://loom.ly/Uo...
03/01/2026

We have some great events scheduled for the month of March! Register through the event calendar here: https://loom.ly/UosL544

Iowa Maternal Health ECHO: Institutional Guidance for Obstetrical Emergencies
🗓️ When: March 3 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
đź“ŤWhere: Zoom

Infectious Diseases Panel: Vaccines, Viruses, and the ACIP Verdict
🗓️ When: March 5 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
đź“ŤWhere: Zoom

Vital Connections - Iowa City
🗓️ When: March 11 | 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
đź“ŤWhere: Kinnick Stadium, President's Suite (Press Box, Level 3)

It's Thank a Resident and Fellow Day!The Iowa Medical Society recognizes the hard work and dedication of residents and f...
02/27/2026

It's Thank a Resident and Fellow Day!

The Iowa Medical Society recognizes the hard work and dedication of residents and fellows across the state, including our Resident Director, Dr. Adetayo Oladele- Ajose, MD. Dr. Oladele-Ajose attended Physician Day on the Hill with her fellow residents and colleagues from the University of Iowa Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences last week.

Make sure to thank the residents and fellows in your life and at work today!

02/26/2026

From Washington, D.C., to exam rooms across Iowa — your voice is at the table.

Marta J. Van Beek, MD, a member of the American Medical Association (AMA) Board of Trustees, joined Iowa Medical Society leaders at the AMA National Advocacy Conference this week to advocate for policies that protect patients, strengthen physician practices, and reduce administrative burdens.

Dr. Van Beek continues to elevate Iowa physicians’ perspectives on the national stage, ensuring decisions made in Washington reflect the realities of practicing medicine in our state.

Thank you for your leadership and steadfast commitment to Iowa medicine. Watch the video to hear her passion for Iowa physician representation!

A new Doc 2 Doc episode is out!Brian Privett, MD, talks with Marta Van Beek, MD, about physician reimbursement. They dis...
02/26/2026

A new Doc 2 Doc episode is out!

Brian Privett, MD, talks with Marta Van Beek, MD, about physician reimbursement. They discuss AMA insights and share how physicians can get involved.

Listen wherever you get your podcasts or here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1878898/episodes/18746799 !

02/26/2026

Iowa Medical Society board member Fadi Yacoub, MD, a nephrologist with Mercy–Cedar Rapids, supports the organization’s mission to be Iowa’s leading voice in medicine.

“I believe in the Iowa Medical Society’s mission to address the physician shortage in the state by improving the pipeline to get more medical students in Iowa to practice and stay here.”

If the I stands for you, join the physicians who believe in IMS.

Join University of Iowa Health Care colleagues and Carver College of Medicine students for a night of networking and com...
02/25/2026

Join University of Iowa Health Care colleagues and Carver College of Medicine students for a night of networking and community!

Vital Connections is just two weeks away! Register now for the opportunity to connect and grow with your UIHC colleagues. https://loom.ly/nINs3x8

02/24/2026

Iowa Medical Society Board Chair Peter Tonui, a trauma surgeon at Iowa Clinic, believes when physicians speak with one voice, they can drive change.

“I’ve seen tort reform happen in Iowa, prior-authorization legislation pass, and ongoing efforts to increase funding for residency slots.”

If the I stands for you, join the physicians who believe in IMS.

February is all about caring—for yourself and others! Save on prescriptions with Rx4Miracles' free discount card and kee...
02/24/2026

February is all about caring—for yourself and others! Save on prescriptions with Rx4Miracles' free discount card and keep your health a priority. Because nothing says love like staying healthy. www.Rx4Miracles.org

02/23/2026

IMS President Alison Lynch, MD, shares her perspective from Physician Day on the Hill last week. Standing outside the Iowa State Capitol, she reflects on meetings with legislators and colleagues to discuss key bills and what they could mean for the future of medicine in Iowa.

02/20/2026

IMS President-Elect Lillian Erdahl, MD, shares her experience from Physician Day on the Hill this week, where she met with legislators to discuss physician priorities in Iowa.

Physician Day on the Hill brought together more than 100 attendees at the Capitol to discuss health policy in Iowa. Magd...
02/20/2026

Physician Day on the Hill brought together more than 100 attendees at the Capitol to discuss health policy in Iowa. Magdalena Maginot, MD, Sharmini Rasakulasuriar, MD, IMS President Alison Lynch, MD, and Michael Kitchell, MD met with Representative Ann Meyer to share physicians' perspectives.

At Physician Day on the Hill this week, Peter Tonui, MD, met with Sen. Janet Petersen to discuss advancing the future of...
02/20/2026

At Physician Day on the Hill this week, Peter Tonui, MD, met with Sen. Janet Petersen to discuss advancing the future of medicine in Iowa.

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515 E Locust St, Ste 400
Des Moines, IA
50309

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