| Calling All Members Interested in Local and State Medical Leadership Opportunities! | |
Are you a dedicated member of the Nashville Academy of Medicine (NAM) with a passion for driving positive change in the medical community? Here's your chance to make a meaningful impact as we open the doors for nominations to our local and state leadership positions. We encourage all interested members to step forward and take part in shaping the future of healthcare at both the local and state levels.
NAM Board of Directors
The NAM Board of Directors nominations process is now underway and we invite you to consider playing an essential role in shaping the direction of our organization. This appointment is for a three-year term lasting from January 2025 to December 2027. The NAM Board of Directors oversees the activities of the Academy, upholding its mission and overseeing the implementation of our strategic plan. The time commitment is minimal, typically involving six evening meetings per year, each lasting two hours.
2025 Delegate to the TMA
NAM Delegates will caucus in May before the annual House of Delegates meeting. Delegates will need to attend the House of Delegates meeting on May 17, 2025.
TMA Committee Members
TMA offers a variety of standing committees, each covering distinct focus areas including Constitution and Bylaws, Public Health, Professional Relations, Education, Membership & Recruitment, Insurance Issues, and the newly introduced Physician Wellness committee. While not all committees are available at this time, opportunities arise throughout the year.
Medical Student and Resident Caduceus Council
The Medical Student and Resident Caduceus Council is now accepting applications for its upcoming term. This council provides a platform for NAM medical student and resident members to engage with NAM leadership, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to discussion on medical education, professional development, and healthcare policy. Members of this council will gain valuable experience and insights, helping to shape the future of medicine from the early stages of their career. Click here to apply!
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We take pride in the diverse expertise NAM members bring to TMA roles, from committee-level engagement to committee chairs, Board of Trustees, and the House of Delegates.
Each year presents new opportunities to bridge local and state medical leadership, with your involvement holding the potential to create real change. Submit your nominations and seize the chance to shape the future of healthcare in our community. For more information or to express your interest, reach out to Rebecca Leslie or visit the TMA committee page to learn more about current committees.
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| Medical Student and Resident Welcome Social - August 27, 2024 | |
Nashville Academy of Medicine members are invited to join the Academy’s medical students, residents, and fellows for an evening of networking from 5:30 to 7:30pm at Kenect Nashville.
Additional event details including parking will be sent to all participants who RSVP.
Click here for more information.
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NAM Leadership attended TMA Board Meeting
TMA's Board of Trustees met for its annual retreat July 12-14 in Chattanooga. NAM and TMA board members, leaders and staff worked on strategic planning for the association, legislative priorities for the upcoming session and regular duties for the quarterly board meeting.
Over the weekend, the Board finalized and approved the legislative priorities for the first session of the 114th General Assembly. Click here to learn more about the legislative agenda.
In addition, the Board reviewed resolutions referred from the House of Delegates with significant discussion surrounding the Corporate Practice of Medicine Doctrine. Reports will be referred back to the policy-making body at its next convening in May 2025.
The next Board of Trustees meeting is slated to take place in November at the TMA headquarters in Nashville. For questions or more information, reach out to TMA's Director of Executive Services and Governance, Amy Campoli, at amy.campoli@tnmed.org.
TMA All Member Virtual Webinar - August 27
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The new Tennessee Certificate of Need (CON) law set to take effect in 2025 will be the focus of the August 27 Virtual TMA Member Meeting. The discussion will have a particular emphasis on the impact to physicians and patient access. Participating members will earn one hour of CME credit at no cost. TMA meetings are free to attend for NAM / TMA Members, but pre-registration is required.
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| Thank you to
our sponsors:
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Board of Directors:
- Michael Beckham, MD
Board Chair - Carl Willis, MD
President
- Laura Lawson, MD
President-Elect - Christin Giordano McAuliffe, MD
Secretary/Treasurer
- Tyler Barrett, MD
- Parul Goyal, MD
- George "Trey" Lee, III, MD
- Matthew Pollard, MD
- Adrian Rodriguez, MD
- Nicole Schlechter, MD
- Gregg Shepard, MD
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| MFN Physicians Ball Tickets | |
Make plans now to join us October 26, 2024 for the Medical Foundation of Nashville's Physicians Ball! The Medical Foundation of Nashville is getting ready to party, while raising funds to improve the health of our community and you're invited to join in the festivities as we raise funds to support the work of MFN to support health access, promote healthy lifestyles, and champion health and medical education.
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