The 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!

12/08/2025

🚨 We’re Hiring! 🚨

The National Medical Association is seeking an experienced and dedicated Chief of Staff to help drive strategic initiatives, enhance organizational operations, and support our leadership in advancing health equity nationwide.

If you’re passionate about strengthening the voice of Black physicians and improving health outcomes for Black communities, we want to hear from you!

Apply & learn more: https://members.nmanet.org/networking/apply_now.aspx?view=2&id=973465

Resumes may also be sent to HR@nmanet.org

Join us as we continue to lead the charge for equity in healthcare.

12/07/2025

There’s still time to register for The Rural 50 – NMA Ensuring Access in Rural America webinar, a critical conversation on rural health disparities, implementation of the new rural health fund, and how policy decisions are impacting care in underserved communities.

🗓 December 9, 2025
⏰ 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM ET

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

✔ Gain insights on the political spotlight on rural health
✔ Learn what the law now requires
✔ Discover how you can get involved in advocacy and implementation

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/3Mfar3t (Or scan the QR code in the flyer)

Let’s work together to ensure equitable access to care for rural communities nationwide.

12/07/2025

Communities across the nation are feeling the impact of healthcare cuts and rising costs. As trusted messengers and conveners, faith leaders have a unique opportunity to bridge the gap between policy and people, ensuring that information, access, and support reach those who need it most.

We invite you to join the third and final installment of Standing in the Gap: Faith Leaders on Navigating Health, Access & Justice, a three-part webinar series hosted by the Cost & Coverage Collaborative (an initiative of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation), the National Medical Association and REACH Beyond Solutions.

The final session, Enduring Voices — Sustaining Advocacy & Messaging for Health Justice, takes place Monday, December 8 at 1:30 PM ET. This conversation will feature leaders from faith, advocacy, and digital spaces sharing what’s working, what’s resonating, and what’s needed now to meet the moment.

Featuring:
Bishop Leah Daughtry - National Presiding Prelate, The House of the Lord Churches
Rev. Roslyn Brock - National Board Chairman Emeritus, NAACP
Rev. Dr. J. Lawrence Turner - Founder & President, Black Clergy Collaborative of Memphis

Register today at: https://bit.ly/48vgA33

12/05/2025

The National Medical Association (NMA) is adamantly opposed to ACIP’s recent vote to roll back the universal recommendation for hepatitis B vaccination at birth. This decision undermines decades of proven public health progress and places infants – especially Black newborns, who already bear a disproportionate burden of hepatitis B – at unnecessary and preventable risk.

The science is clear: universal newborn hepatitis B vaccination is safe, effective, and one of the most successful vaccination programs in U.S. history. Rolling it back will increase missed doses, widen gaps in prenatal screening, and deepen existing health inequities in communities that can least afford it.

The NMA will continue to advocate for evidence-based policy, health equity, and protection of our most vulnerable infants.

🔗 Read the full NMA statement here: https://bit.ly/48DHDcq