Delegates participated in a special session featuring a presentation from Nashville Academy of Medicine Member and American Medical Association President-Elect, Jesse Ehrenfeld, MD. Dr. Ehrenfeld emphasized common areas of interest between the national and state medical organizations including finding a fix to prior authorization burdens, reforming Medicare payment to physicians, fighting scope of practice creep, supporting telehealth, firearm safety, and reducing physician burnout.
The TMA awarded three outstanding physician awards for 2023. Dr. M. Kevin Smith was nominated by NAM, recognizing him for his work in many capacities in medical education, primary care, TN-ACP leadership, and as TMA president during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Delegates in the House approved a number of resolutions that will impact the practice of medicine and patient health in Tennessee. Click here to read the TMA summary of notable policies adopted by the House of Delegates.
Thank you also to our own, Dr. Trey Lee for his leadership as Vice-Speaker of the House, and congratulations on his re-election to a third term in the role.
