Sharanya Joginpalli, MD

Pediatric Rheumatologist/Child Neurology & Consultants of Austin

For Dr. Joginpalli, the medical journey isn’t just about treating symptoms but about the people behind the diagnosis.

“I enjoy being able to build a long-term relationship with my patients and their families or caregivers,” she explains. “I like to build rapport while helping them navigate through difficult diagnoses and long-term treatment.”

Leadership Training for Young Physicians

Ready to take your leadership skills to the next level?

The TMA Leadership College (TMALC) was established in 2010 to develop strong, sustainable physician leadership in Texas. Since then, over 300 TMALC alumni, including a number of Travis County colleagues, who now serve as thought leaders within organized medicine, closing the divide between clinicians and health care policymakers. As confident physician leaders, they are trusted voices in their profession and their communities.

Applications are now open until Friday, June 5, 2026.

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TCMS/DCMS Virtual Business
of Medicine Presentation

Despite remaining relatively uncommon, Murine typhus is increasingly being seen in the U.S.—yet many clinicians may be unfamiliar with its symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. Join the Travis County Medical Society and Dallas County Medical Society as they join forces to close this knowledge gap and equip clinicians with the confidence to recognize and manage this emerging infectious disease.

Thursday, June 25 | 12:00 - 1:00 PM

Virtual - Zoom

Speakers:

Emma Dishner, MD
Board Certified Infectious Diseases Physician at North Texas Infectious Diseases Consultants Baylor Scott and White- Baylor University Medical Center
Desmar Walkes, MD
Austin Public Health Medical Director/Health Authority Austin Travis County

Course Objectives:
At the conclusion of this educational presentation, the participant will be able to:

To consider Murine typhus in patients with clinical presentations
and epidemiological risk factors
To understand treatment options for Murine typhus.
To understand laboratory testing options to inform diagnosis.

CME Credit: Earn 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™

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This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Texas Medical Association and Travis County Medical Society. The Texas Medical Association is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The Texas Medical Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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TCMS Annual Family Movie Day
"Toy Story 5"

TCMS Physician Members and their immediate family are invited to a private screening of Disney and Pixar's "Toy Story 5"

Date: Sunday, June 21
Time: 2:00 PM
(movie starts promptly at 2:00 PM, no previews or commercials)

Location Options:

North - Cinemark Round Rock
4401 N Interstate Hwy 35 #3000, Round Rock, TX 78664

South - Cinemark Hill Country Galleria
12812 Hill Country Blvd, Bee Cave, TX 78738

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TCMS Member Event Interest Survey

TCMS is exploring new event ideas for future years, including group outings to sporting events around Austin. This quick survey (2–3 minutes) will help us understand what you are interested in so we can plan events that appeal to our members.

Click Here to Complete the Survey

Texas Medical Board License Renewals

All physicians renewing their license after May 31, 2026 are required by the Texas Medical Board (TMB) to upload lawful presence documentation.

License renewals will remain pending and cannot be approved until documentation from TMB’s list of acceptable documents is submitted and reviewed.

Upload Lawful Presence Documentation

This September, the Austin Black Physicians Association celebrates 10 years of building pathways, shaping futures, and strengthening the Black community through physicians, students, and those who believed in what was possible before it was visible.

Date: September 19th, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: The W Hotel, 200 Lavaca Street, Austin, Texas 78701

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Friends of the Society:

The following information highlights some of our sponsors for 2026 as part of the Friends of the Society program. Their generous contributions allow us to offer networking opportunities, educational resources, family activities, and much more. We invite you to explore their services for your needs.