Oregon Medical Association

Oregon Medical Association http://theOMA.org

The state’s largest professional organization engaging in advocacy, policy, community-building, and networking opportunities for Oregon’s physicians, medical students, physician assistants, and physician assistant students.

Each year the Oregon Medical Association recognizes extraordinary members of the medical community at the Annual Confere...
07/24/2025

Each year the Oregon Medical Association recognizes extraordinary members of the medical community at the Annual Conference. Awards include Doctor-Citizen of the Year, Physician Associate-Citizen of the Year, and the JEDI Award.

If you know someone deserving of one of these awards, we encourage you to submit your nominations by visiting theoma.org/awards. Recipients will be honored at the November 5 virtual Annual Conference.

Nominations are due by August 1!

Pictured: 2024 Awardees Angelina Platas, MD, FACP; Pat Kenney-Moore, EdD, PA-C; and Ambar Faridi, MD

The Oregon Medical Association is deeply concerned about the impact on Oregonians' health care after the passage of H.R....
07/21/2025

The Oregon Medical Association is deeply concerned about the impact on Oregonians' health care after the passage of H.R. 1. Dependable access to health care is critical for achieving better health outcomes. Any cuts to the Medicaid program will result in more Oregonians left uninsured or underinsured. This causes individuals to delay their health care needs, leading to more serious chronic conditions and increased costs to the health care system. This floods the capacity of the system with cases that might have been headed off with better access to preventative care. We will continue to actively review and monitor the implications of H.R. 1 to provide Oregon physicians and PAs with tools and resources to continue to provide high-quality care, especially for Oregon's most vulnerable patients.

Many thanks to the inspiring faculty who joined us Wednesday night for Part 1 of our virtual Annual Conference, Medicine...
07/18/2025

Many thanks to the inspiring faculty who joined us Wednesday night for Part 1 of our virtual Annual Conference, Medicine Now: Navigating Uncharted Waters, and to our attendees for their incisive questions. Focusing on advocacy and leadership and moderated by OMA President Heidi Beery, MD, the panel featured Senator ​Lisa Reynolds, MD; Senator Anthony Broadman; Representative Cyrus Javadi, DDS; Congresswoman Maxine Dexter, MD; former Representative Knute Buehler, MD; former Multnomah County Commissioner Sharon Meieran, MD; OMA Government Relations Vice President Courtni Dresser, and PUBLIC founder Kathleen Stuart.





It's the last chance to join us for our virtual Annual Conference, Medicine Now: Navigating Uncharted Waters, tonight, J...
07/16/2025

It's the last chance to join us for our virtual Annual Conference, Medicine Now: Navigating Uncharted Waters, tonight, July 16 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Join our excellent faculty with sessions including a recap of the 2025 Legislative Session, a panel with physicians who have held office and why they ran, a panel with legislators reflecting on the 2025 session, and a session on how to advocate. Congresswoman Maxine Dexter provides a special address.

Register now: https://bit.ly/OMAAC2025

The Governor has signed an Executive Order implementing cell phone-free classrooms across the state – a significant move...
07/15/2025

The Governor has signed an Executive Order implementing cell phone-free classrooms across the state – a significant move aimed at supporting student wellbeing. There is growing concern that excessive cell phone use, and more specifically, social media use, is linked to adverse impacts on mental health, particularly in younger students. Numerous studies show that the use of social media is associated with increased risks of depression, anxiety, and psychological distress. The U.S. Surgeon General's 2023 Advisory on Social Media and Youth Mental Health identified this as an urgent public health issue requiring immediate attention and action. Research supports the benefits of cell phone-free classrooms which can improve academic performance, reduce distractions, and enhance student mental health outcomes.



For more information: https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/25988119-eo-25-09/





Just one more day until Medicine Now: Navigating Uncharted Waters on July 16 from 6:00-8:00 pm.Join a compelling convers...
07/15/2025

Just one more day until Medicine Now: Navigating Uncharted Waters on July 16 from 6:00-8:00 pm.

Join a compelling conversation with a panel of physicians-turned-elected officials as they share personal stories, motivations for running, and lessons learned in public service. Discover how clinical experience shapes policymaking and what it takes to bridge both worlds.

Register now: https://bit.ly/OMAAC2025

Have you registered for OMA's 2025 virtual Annual Conference? Join us on July 16 from 6:00-8:00 PM for Medicine Now: Nav...
07/10/2025

Have you registered for OMA's 2025 virtual Annual Conference? Join us on July 16 from 6:00-8:00 PM for Medicine Now: Navigating Uncharted Waters to hear directly from legislators, policymakers, and healthcare leaders and discover how we are confronting today's challenges - and why your voice and leadership are essential.

Register today: bit.ly/AC25pt1

Join us virtually on July 16 from 6:00-8:00 pm. Hear directly from key legislators as they recap the major policy debate...
07/10/2025

Join us virtually on July 16 from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Hear directly from key legislators as they recap the major policy debates, victories, and challenges of the 2025 session. This panel offers insights into healthcare legislation and what it means for providers and patients moving forward. Senator Lisa Reynolds Anthony Broadman Representative Cyrus Javadi
To register: https://bit.ly/AC25pt1

The OMA honors the struggles and sacrifices made to secure and ensure our freedom. Happy Fourth of July!
07/04/2025

The OMA honors the struggles and sacrifices made to secure and ensure our freedom. Happy Fourth of July!

Stop diabetes before it starts. Patients with prediabetes can benefit from lifestyle change programs. Talk with your pat...
07/03/2025

Stop diabetes before it starts. Patients with prediabetes can benefit from lifestyle change programs. Talk with your patients about how to sign up for a National Diabetes Prevention Program, either online or in-person. Resources for patients and doctors are available.

For more information, visit the OMA.org/SteeringTowardHealth or oregonwellnessnetwork.org

Join us virtually at our Annual Conference on July 16 with our moderator, Heidi Beery, MD, OMA President and our Host, C...
07/03/2025

Join us virtually at our Annual Conference on July 16 with our moderator, Heidi Beery, MD, OMA President and our Host, Courtni Dresser, Vice President of Government Relations.



Register now: https://bit.ly/AC25pt1

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