2021.nmanet.orgNMA Annual Convention & Scientific Assembly

× Register About ProgramsEvents Schedule at a Glance Something for Everyone FAQ Attendees FeesRegistration Schedule at a Glance SponsorsExhibitors ANMA ☰ Register About ProgramsEvents Schedule at a Glance Something for Everyone FAQ Attendees FeesRegistration Schedule at a Glance SponsorsExhibitors ANMA Special Events Please join us for these special Plenary Sessions, open to guests Opening and Awards/125th Anniversary Friday 16th, 2021 at 6:00pm President’s Installation Monday 19th, 2021 at 6:00pm The National Medical Association (NMA)’s Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly is acclaimed as the nation’s foremost forum on medical science and African American health. Each year, African American physicians and other health professionals from across the country convene to participate in the scholarly exchange of medical advances, discuss health policy priorities, and to share experiences. Through NMA’s 26 Scientific Specialty Sections, the Convention attracts the broadest spectrum of African American physicians, academicians and scientists in the country. Registration is Now Open. Register Online Register by mail or fax Learn more… A Message From the President Leon McDougle, M.D., M.P.H. Greetings and Welcome to the National Medical Association’s 2021 Virtual Convention and Scientific Assembly. This year’s virtual convention will kick off with our Opening and Awards Ceremony, on Friday, July 16, 2021 at 6:00 PM (ET). Our featured keynote speaker will be Dr. Reed Tuckson, co-founder of the Black Coalition Against COVID. Our scientific program begins on July 17, 2021 through July 21, 2021. All of our signature events will be presented as well and will not disappoint. The Edith Irby Jones, MD Plenary, Edward C. Mazique Symposium, Council on Concerns of Women Physicians, W. Montague Cobb Lecture and Symposium and 125 th Anniversary celebration will all offer relevant, interesting and exciting content that you will not want to miss! The Convention will provide excellent live and pre-recorded CME educational content, Presentation Theaters, networking opportunities, and some other surprise events. This year, we have a very user friendly virtual platform will give you a captivating interactive experience and will offer more ways to engage the audience. The theme of my presidential year and this year’s convention is, Restoring Hope and Health Across the African Diaspora: Black Health and Wellness Matter.” I chose this theme to bring attention to the importance of today’s social justice movement as we continue to tackle the problem of systemic racism. We are seeing policies and laws being enacted that are trying to keep our community at a disadvantage and restrict our access to those rights guaranteed to us. NMA will stay in the forefront of the fight for justice for the black community and all underserved communities. It has been my pleasure to serve as the National Medical Association’s 121 st president. This year has been both challenging and exciting. COVID remains front and center in our lives as we continue to navigate the disease and its many variants, the vaccines, and the re-opening. The pandemic continues to evolve and change the way we engage with our colleagues, family and community. NMA leaders and members have contributed to some of the most important messaging, programming, and conversations surrounding the pandemic. I am proud of the work that all of us are doing and look forward to an exciting program. Please bookmark this link and continue to check the site frequently for updated content. featured speakersaward recipients Ayanna Pressley US Congresswoman Tamika D. Mallory Social Justice Leader and Movement Strategist Bernie Sanders US Senator ATTENDEES What is happening when; and who will be there? Get the latest up-to-date information on how to register for the convention and attend all your favorite events this year. Learn More… Exhibitors The National Medical Association (NMA) attracts leading African American physicians, physician executives, podiatrists, health professionals, academicians, and scientists from across the country each year to its annual conference. Learn More… Quick Notes June 3, 2021: Remember to Register! Convention registration is now open. June 12, 2021: Sharing with your colleagues on social media? Be sure to tag your posts #NMA2021 May 11, 2024 Only -1031 Days Remaining to the start of NMA’s 2021 Virtual Convention - Restoring Hope and Health Across the African Diaspora: Black Health and Wellness Matter.” Upcoming Events see full schedule at a glance… STAY CONNECTEDINFORMED Follow NMA on social media… f l i i x [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I8e5PxwcEIs] About the National Medical Association The National Medical Association (NMA) is the collective voice of African American physicians and the leading force for parity and justice in medicine and the elimination of disparities in health. NMA is committed to improving the quality of health among minorities and disadvantaged people through its membership, professional development, community health education, advocacy, research and partnerships with federal and private agencies. WHY I ATTEND THE NMA CONVENTION The NMA Convention is a unique and empowering gathering of African Americans physicians and others of color in the health care fields. Because the NMA consists of multiple disciplines I am able to update in my field of Pediatrics as well as in other areas that are important for my own health and wellness! I am able to participate in substantive policy and political strategy discussions as well as reunion time with classmates and colleagues. Additionally it’s an opportunity to mentor students and residents of color. It is the one medical conference that I will continue to attend even when I retire from the clinical practice of Medicine. – Michal A. Young M.D. National Medical Association 8403 Colesville Road, Suite 820, Silver Spring, MD 20910 1-800-NMA-0554...