National Hispanic Medical Association

02/03/2026

NHMA is proud to partner with the National Association of Hispanic Nurses (NAHN) for the 2026 NAHN Hispanic Health Policy Summit in Washington, D.C.! Join us next week at to shape health care policy, speed up research and explore solutions to challenges impacting the Hispanic community.

NHMA members: check your monthly member digest email for a special discount code to save up to $45 on registration! Reserve your spot and learn more at nahnnet.org/summit.

The annual NAHN Hispanic Health Policy Summit unites the Latino healthcare community to advocate for the health care issues affecting the Hispanic population and proposing potential solutions. The National Association of Hispanic Nurses is excited to lead this joint summit for a fourth year in partn...

02/03/2026

Black History Month is a time to recognize the profound impact Black leaders and communities have had on health, medicine and public health — while often navigating inequitable systems.

Advancing health equity means confronting structural racism, investing in minority-led solutions and ensuring equitable access to quality care for all. NHMA celebrates the progress made and underscores the work that remains to be done.

02/02/2026

Effective February 2026, information and updates will no longer be posted on the HispanicHealth.Info social media accounts.

All content currently on HispanicHealth.Info social media will not be affected. Past and current content on the HispanicHealth.Info resource portal will remain, and future updates will continue. All social media updates regarding HispanicHealth.Info content will now be provided on NHMA's social media channels.

Visit HispanicHealth.Info today to view downloadable resources for patients and providers!

02/02/2026

NHMA’s La Próxima Generación Scholarship empowers the next generation of health leaders by supporting U.S.-based medical, pre-med and public health students dedicated to advancing health equity. Take the next step toward becoming a health care leader by joining us at NHMA's 2026 Annual Conference.

This scholarship is open to all students, regardless of background. Applications close March 13, 2026.

Learn more: bit.ly/NHMANextGen
Apply today: bit.ly/NHMANextGenApp

02/02/2026

Time is running out! Register for NHMA’s HIV prevention CME/ACPE credits webinar this Wednesday, Feb. 4, from 3–4 p.m. ET.

Pharmacists and physicians play a critical role in HIV prevention, especially in reaching Spanish-speaking and underserved communities. Join 3 expert speakers for a practical, one-hour webinar focused on culturally responsive strategies to build trust, overcome language barriers and support PrEP + PEP adherence.

• Markalain Déry, DO, MPH, FACOI — Infectious disease physician and medical director of the Ryan White Program at Access Health Louisiana; national leader in health equity and community-based HIV prevention.

• A.J. Ubaque — Market Director, Walmart Pharmacy (South Jersey), and Secretary of the National Hispanic Pharmacists Association, with 15+ years of pharmacy leadership advancing equitable care.

• Ashton T. Cobb, PharmD — Collaborative clinical pharmacist with 10+ years in HIV care, population health and chronic disease management; board-certified in HIV pharmacy and multiple clinical specialties.

✔ Earn CME and ACPE credits
✔ Participation is free and open to all

Register now: bit.ly/NHMACMEpt2

01/31/2026

Doctors are crucial in HIV prevention, but pharmacists also have an important role in helping prevent HIV. Join NHMA’s webinar on Feb. 4, 3–4 p.m. ET, to explore strategies for overcoming language barriers, strengthening communication and building trust within Latino communities, while supporting adherence to PrEP and PEP.

We're proud to feature the newest speaker, Ashton T. Cobb, PharmD, a collaborative clinical pharmacist with more than a decade of experience across HIV care, chronic disease management, lifestyle medicine and population health. Dr. Cobb brings deep expertise from leadership roles in community health centers, academic medical centers and employer-based health systems, with a proven track record of improving quality metrics, optimizing medication use and reducing barriers to care for diverse patient populations. He is board-certified in advanced diabetes management, medication therapy management, lifestyle medicine and HIV pharmacy.

The webinar is free and open to all! Earn CME and ACPE credits while learning about HIV prevention.

Register today: bit.ly/NHMACMEpt2

01/30/2026

The National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) strongly supports the American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) 2026 immunization schedule and its continued commitment to science-driven guidance to protect the health of children across the United States.

Swipe through or visit bit.ly/NHMAAAPStatement to read our official statement.

01/29/2026

Profesionales de la salud: NHMA y Families Fighting Flu presentan orgullosamente un avance exclusivo del cómic “Kaden Blaze lucha contra el Bicho de la Gripe”. Conozcan la increíble historia de Kaden mientras descubre sus poderes para combatir la gripe en su comunidad.

Soliciten copias para su sala de espera o para tenerlas a la mano cuando necesiten explicar los beneficios de las vacunas a sus pacientes más jóvenes y a sus familias: bit.ly/KadenBlaze

01/28/2026

Looking to hire top Latino health care talent?

Don't waste time with generic job boards that result in poor leads. Post your openings on the NHMA Career Center and connect directly with physicians, students and professionals passionate about advancing health equity.

Start recruiting with NHMA today:

National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) - Find your next career at NHMA Career Center. Check back frequently as new jobs are posted every day.

01/28/2026

We're one week away from our next and credits webinar! Join our experts to learn about HIV prevention strategies.

We have one more exciting speaker to announce, so stay tuned and register today! bit.ly/NHMACMEpt2

Don't forget: Our upcoming CME webinar is FREE to attend! Earn and credits while learning about HIV prevention strategies from NHMA and two expert speakers.

We're two weeks away, so save your spot now: bit.ly/NHMACMEpt2

01/28/2026

The Journal of the National Hispanic Medical Association (JNHMA) highlights issues affecting Hispanic and Latino communities, with a focus on health equity and workforce diversity.

This week's article examines the persistent underrepresentation of Hispanic and Latino physicians and its impact on patient care, particularly in underserved communities. Drawing on national data and interviews with medical students, the study identifies barriers — from financial challenges and limited mentorship to family responsibilities — and highlights strategies to improve recruitment, retention and support.

The findings emphasize the importance of culturally informed approaches to diversify the physician workforce and advance health equity.

Read the full article today: https://bit.ly/49MBOeF

01/27/2026

The National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) is deeply concerned by recent Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activity in Minnesota and throughout the country, and the growing impact the agency’s actions are having on community safety, public trust and access to health care.

Swipe through or visit bit.ly/NHMAICEStatement to read our full statement.