The 2026 GLMS Nominating Committee will meet in January to develop the slate of members to be included on the 2026 Ballot. We are looking for names of potential candidates for the following offices up for election this year:

Any nominations for yourself or a colleague must be presented to Kathryn Vance at kathryn.vance@glms.org no later than Monday, January 5, 2026. Please include the physician’s full name and email address. Those members whose names are to be added to the proposed ballot will be notified by email in January. An official proposed ballot will be sent to all members via email in February.

Please note, nominations do not guarantee placement on the ballot by the Nominating Committee. To be considered for nomination, a member must have paid their 2026 dues.

For a full list of your current Board of Governors, please visit glms.org/about/glms-board-of-governors.

“Roots of Medical Hesitancy in Our Patients: How Can We Overcome the Challenge" – For more information on this year’s topic, check out the January issue of Louisville Medicine!

CONTEST GUIDELINES: To enter, you must be a current GLMS physician member (practicing or retired), GLMS in-training member (resident or fellow) or a University of Louisville medical student.

THEMED ESSAY CONTEST: All entries must be original, unpublished writing intended solely for publishing in Louisville Medicine. Essays must be pertinent to the above theme.

LENGTH: 800 to 2,000 words

DEADLINE: Sunday, March 1, 2026

PRIZE: $1,125 for practicing and retired; $1,125 for physicians-in-training

FORMAT: Microsoft Word or Pages document. Please include your name, entry category, essay title and contact information (judges are blinded to authors).

SUBMISSION: Send via email to Kathryn Vance at kathryn.vance@glms.org.

Each month, Dare to Care’s Fern Valley Road location distributes 1,000 emergency boxes to individuals and families facing food insecurity. To help maximize the nutritional value of these emergency boxes, physician members of the GLMS Foundation Community Health and Wellness Committee developed scannable QR codes that offer simple, practical recipes using only the items included in the box, highlighting health benefits. This month, the Foundation delivered 10,000 QR code stickers to Dare to Care, allowing recipients to easily access the full set of recipes in English and Spanish as well as a “food locator tool” which directs them to nearby food pantries and fresh market locations. 

As we approach the end of the year, we are deeply grateful for the generosity that has allowed the GLMS Foundation to continue serving our community. Thanks to supporters like you, every dollar donated has made a meaningful difference – fueling programs that strengthen the health and well-being of individuals and families across Louisville. A year-end gift today will help us expand our reach, support more neighbors in need and continue building a stronger, healthier and more connected Louisville in the year ahead

Thank you for your continued generosity and for believing in our mission!

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Please email kathryn.vance@glms.org if you plan to attend.

Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!

We hope you are having a wonderful holiday season, continuing into 2026! Our staff will be off on January 1. We can’t wait to continue serving our community in the year ahead!

Join the GLMS Policy & Advocacy team as we prepare for the 2026 Legislative Session. The meeting will take place on Jan. 12 at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. If you are interested in joining the Policy & Advocacy Team, please contact Kathryn Vance at kathryn.vance@glms.org and she will send you the meeting credentials.

Running a private practice takes more than clinical skill – it requires leadership, strategy and patient-centered care. In this month’s Louisville Medicine, our physician members explore what aspiring physicians should know to succeed, sharing tips on optimizing operations, building strong teams, enhancing patient experience and growing sustainably in today’s health care landscape. 

From childhood dreams of being a “baby doctor” to a career as a devoted internist and primary care physician, Dr. Ryan Fields embodies dedication, compassion, and balance. She shows us that medicine is not just about charts and labs, it’s about being fully present for the people in front of you.

March 2026 – due 2/1 – The Ripple Effect: Peer Support Strengthens Physicians

Medicine can be isolating, making mentorship and peer support vital. What qualities make a great mentor? How can experienced physicians guide the next generation, and how can early-career doctors build meaningful mentor relationships? What community groups or networks provide support and connection for you?

April 2026 – due 3/1 – The Double-Edged Sword of AI

As AI becomes integral to health care, challenges like bias, errors and misuse arise. What safeguards ensure accuracy, equity and responsible use? How do we balance innovation with caution, particularly when patient outcomes are at stake? How can we adapt thoughtfully, ethically and humanely to this new era?

Please reach out to Kathryn Vance at kathryn.vance@glms.org if you’d like to share your thoughts in an upcoming issue.