1. American Medical Association Alliance Part 3 June 18, 2012
Swisstel Chicago, Illinois
2. North Carolina Dedicated to Improving the Health and Quality
of Life for the People of North Carolina Celebrating 88 Years of
Health Advocacy and Community Service Our Mission: The North
Carolina Medical Society Alliance is a nonprofit organization of
physician spouses and physicians dedicated to advancing the health
of North Carolinians through advocacy and action. Organized in 1923
The North Carolina Medical Society Alliance (NCMS Alliance) is a
501 (c)(3) charitable volunteer organization comprised of physician
spouses and physicians dedicated to improving the health and
quality of life of North Carolinians through community service
aimed at promoting better public health. Membership is open to
physician spouses and physicians as well as physicians in training
and spouses of physicians
4. Health Promotions The NCMS Alliance has developed portion
control placemats to help raise awareness about the critical role
portion control plays in improving health. The placemat is intended
to provide a user-friendly resource and guidance on serving sizes
for each food group. GET FIT 10K 5K and Kids Fun Run
5. From the Past 1960s1966
6. AMAA President Gay Bowman 2003-04 Gay Installed by AMA
President Dr. Yank Coble Gays Family Attends Installation Take a
Stand. Lend a Hand. Stop Bullying Now! Presenting HAP Award to Joni
Schmidt with AMA President, Dr. Donald Palmisano With Dr. William
Bowman Launched by Gay Bowman, U.S. Surgeon General Richard
Carmona, HRSA Admin. Betty Dune and 2003 Miss America, Erika Harold
in Washington DC.
7. Follow Us on Facebook and http://www.ncmsalliance.org/
8. North Dakota
9. Health Promotions
10. Ohio
11. Health Promotions The Academy of Medicine of Toledo and
Lucas County Alliance
12. Throughout the State Past Presidents Stark County Medical
Society Auxiliary Columbus MSAs Scholarship Winner Clayton Hodges
Lake County $500 Donation to the Free Clinic The Outgoing
Board
13. From the Past
14. Follow Us
http://www.osma.org/about-osma/affiliated-groups-and-
committees/alliance/overview OSMA Alliance Stark County MSA Academy
of Medicine of Toledo and Lucas County Alliance Lake County Medical
Alliance
15. Oklahoma When the AMAA, OSMAA and our county alliances work
together... WE ARE STRONGER! We support a unified membership
because by working together we can promote healthy lifestyles,
support good health legislation, and the family of medicine.
16. Membership Matters United We Are Stronger
17. Health Promotion Oklahoma County MSA Cleveland McClain
County Medical Alliance Habitat for Humanity
18. Fundraising $13,000 for Schools for Healthy Lifestyles from
the Walk the Doc Fundraiser, Oklahoma County MSA Donna Parker,
Barbara Jhett, Lindsey Lemons, Jana Timberlake, Sherrie James, and
Walk the Doc Chair, Lori Hill
19. The First Womans Auxiliary to A County Medical Society in
America 1907 Pottawatomi County, Oklahoma Historical Document
Located in the AMA Alliance Office, Chicago, Illinois
20. AMAA Past President 2000-01 Senator Susan Paddack Oklahoma
State Senator Susan Paddack Parlays Her Alliance Membership into a
Political Career
21. Follow Us: http://www.okmed.org/a_index-6-history.html
Oklahoma County MSA Website http://www.ocmsalliance.org/
22. Oregon WHO WE ARE The Oregon Medical Association Alliance
(OMAA) is a statewide, non-profit, grassroots organization of more
than 4,500 physicians spouses dedicated to the health of Oregon.
Membership in the OMA Alliance is made up of all spouses of OMA
members. The OMAAs mission is to work in partnership with the
Oregon Medical Association and in coalition with county medical
alliances, state members-at-large and the American Medical
Association Alliance. We are physician partners advocating for a
healthy Oregon.
23. What We Do SERVICE Deliver the Faux Paw program to promote
internet safety for children Developed and implemented the
award-winning statewide Prescription Drug Turn In Program Support
the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon and SS Washington
Print and distribute domestic violence resource materials (regional
crisis cards) throughout the state Participate in the nationwide
SAVE Program (Stop Americas Violence Everywhere) Participate in
Oregon Mission of Mercy Partner with Community Matters to address
bullying, harassment, cyber-bullying and youth violence LEGISLTIVE
Support activities related to Oregon Medical Association health
care issues Educate members about pertinent health care legislation
Promote programs that increase members interest, knowledge and
involvement in legislative advocacy COMMUNICATION Maintain the OMA
Alliance website Develop and maintain a membership database Provide
information for the OMA website, Medicine in Oregon and STAT, OMAs
monthly e- news SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Conduce an annual fundraising
auction to support the AMA Foundation Organize community events
involving medical families Develop and promote opportunities that
enhance a members sense of well being Provide leadership
opportunities
24. AMAA HAP Award Winner 2011 The Rx Turn-In-Program Brings
attention to the importance of safe disposal of medications and
assists local communities in developing awareness and places to
safely dispose of unwanted medications. Leanna Lindquist &
Marie Stoddard Susan Todd, Leanna Lindquist, Emma Borders
25. Events & Activities Oregon Hosts Western States
Coalition Retreat
26. From the Past Oregon Annual Session 2002 AMAA
Representative, Dianne Fenyk
28. Pennsylvania PENNSYLVANIA MEDICAL SOCIETY ALLIANCE The
Pennsylvania Medical Society Alliance is the volunteer voice of the
family of medicine, dedicated to healthy communities and the
preservation of the doctor-patient relationship. ALLIANCE MISSION
To assist in those programs of the Pennsylvania Medical Society
that improve the health and quality of life for all people. To
promote health education. To advocate the interests of the medical
profession in matters relating to legislation and public relations
To promote activities that provide financial support for medical
education. To encourage participation in activities that meet
health needs. To support health-related charitable endeavors. Donna
Rovito President 2011-12
29. Health Promotions Berks County MSA Yearly Project 2012
Health in Balance: Managing Diabetes in the School Setting
Northampton County MSA Hands Are Not for Hitting
30. Our Members Playgroup Northampton County MSA Berks County
2012 Board
31. From the Past Fair Play for PA
32. Follow Us: http://www.pamedsoc.org/alliance
33. South Carolina The South Carolina Medical Association
Alliance was formed to educate, advocate and provide charitable
support for the family of medicine and to partner with the SCMA to
improve the health and quality of life for citizens of South
Carolina. The Alliance endeavors to support the family of medicine,
promote health education and encourage participation in health
related projects, promotes legislative awareness, provides
resources to county alliances, as well as communicates the mission
and goals of both the SCMA and SCMAA to its members.
34. Our Members
35. Health Promotions Charleston County MSA Health Fair
Greenwood County MSA Empty Bowls A project to raise awareness of
hunger and do something about it. Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness
Heather Yeh Receives Award
36. Fundraising Greenville County MSAs Cooking for a Cure
Breast Cancer Fundraiser Bid for Healthy Learners $9,033 raised to
help remove childrens health barriers to learning. Charleston MSA
Raised $7,200 to distribute to 16 local charities. Docs Who Rock
Spartanburg...Proceeds Distributed to Four Local Organizations
37. From the Past Billie K. Brady (Mrs. Wayne C.) of Greenville
President of the AMA Auxiliary 1984-85 Heather Yeh Accepts LEAP
Award 2008 South Carolinas Project Featured January 2003 75th
Celebration Booklet Out of the Darkness Walk Completed
38. Follow Us: https://www.scmedical.org/content/alliance
Charleston County MSA http://ccmsalliance.org/ Greenville County
MSA http://www.gcmsa.org/
https://www.scmedical.org/content/alliance
39. South Dakota The SDSMA Alliance (SDSMAA) is a grassroots
organization composed of member-physician spouses. The mission of
the organization is to build healthy communities and support the
family of medicine through health promotion and legislative
efforts.
40. Oldest Continuous Medical Association Alliance in the
United States Established in 1910 102 Year Celebration June 1,
2012
41. National Recognition By Senator Tim Johnson for 100 Years
of Service to the Citizens of South Dakota
42. AMAA President Patti Herlihy 2002-03
43. From the Past SDSM Auxiliary President Jacquelyn & Dr.
Richard Gunnarson on Legislation Day
44. Follow Us on Facebook and
http://www.sdsma.org/relatedorganizations/alliance .cfm
45. Tennessee MISSION The mission of the Tennessee Medical
Association Alliance is to partner with physicians to promote the
good health of Tennessee and support the family of medicine. ABOUT
US The Tennessee Medical Association Alliance is a non-profit
volunteer organization of physician spouses and physicians
dedicated to improving the health of Tennesseans and providing
support to our state's medical families through: Educational
programs Community service Legislative activities Fundraising for
medical education and research Since 1928, the TMA Alliance has
partnered with the Tennessee Medical Association to forge healthy
communities. The membership is comprised of spouses of physicians,
medical residents and medical students, as well as physicians. The
TMA Alliance is a vital link in the network of 16 local Alliances
throughout Tennessee and the American Medical Association (AMA)
Alliance. This federation provides a unified voice on behalf of
Tennessee's medical families to legislators and policy-makers. In
areas where no local Alliance exists, TMA Alliance offers
Membership-at-Large to connect physician spouses to the state and
national organizations.
46. Tennessee Leadership 2011-12 2012-13
47. Doctors Day Proclamation 2012 Governor Bill Haslam Sue
Vegors, TMAA Past President, Barbara Blanton, TMAA President, Gov.
Haslam, Beth Kasper, TMAA President-elect, Debbie Hilgenhurst, VP
Legislation, Marcie Barr, Member, and Robin Hutchins, TMAA Past
President.
48. From the Past June 14, 1960 WAAMAA President Mrs. Frank
Gastineau presents American Medical Education foundation trophy to
Mrs. Robert L. Akin, President of the Womans Auxiliary to the
Tennessee State Medical Association. Annual Convention 1975
Chattanooga Choo-Choo Hilton Inn
49. From the Past
50. From the Past
51. Follow Us on Facebook and http://www.tmaalliance.org/
52. Texas The TMA Alliance is a diverse volunteer force of
approximately 5,500 members, both male and female, and from many
cultural backgrounds, working together to make a difference in
health care and health issues for Texans. Primary interests are in
community service and matters involving legislation and political
action.
53. Legislative Advocacy
54. TEXPAC Volunteers
55. Health Promotions Be Wise...Immunize!
56. Members Around the State
57. Activities Bexar County Doctors Day Event Fundraising Book
Fair Medical Student Volunteers
58. From the Past 1987 Convention Guest Speaker Oprah
Winfrey
59. AMA Alliance Texas Presidents Mary Ann Homer 2005-06 Susan
Todd 2010-11, Pat Hyer 2012-13
60. Follow Us on Facebook
61. Follow Us http://www.texmed.org/template.aspx?id=244
62. Utah OUR MISSION - To support medical families. - To
increase awareness of the physician's role in the community. - To
promote a healthy lifestyle for all through education and support
of programs which improve the health of our state. - To fight
against social behaviors which threaten our health and safety. - To
support legislation leading to improved and continued quality
health care. -To support the UMA, AMA, AMA Alliance and our
constituent alliances. We pledge to honor those who have served
before us and to keep our organization strong.
63. Health Promotions
64. Legislation The 2012 day at the Legislature February 23,
2012
65. UMAA Leadership Sharon Donaldson & UMAA President Teri
Flanders Maria Nelson, Lili Bitner, Marian Sellers Joye Shiozawa
UMAA Convention, Zermatt Resort, September 16, 2011 Valerie Nye
& Sariah Hillam Debbie Williams, Jolynn Bean
66. Follow Us: http://umaaweb.org/
67. Virginia MAKE IT A FAMILY AFFAIR The Medical Society of
Virginia Alliance is a committed group of volunteers who support
physicians and their families as well as promote the health of
Virginias communities. Our membership is composed of physicians
spouses as well as physicians in every stage of their career from
training to retirement. ABOUT US We are one of the largest
alliances in the nation with 1,000+ members. Our mission is to help
promote the health and well being of Virginia We are dedicated to
advancing healthcare and to supporting medical families. Programs
we support include service projects, health education and
fundraisers. Ongoing projects include supporting free clinics,
partnerships with schools on bullying and internet safety; health
care related scholarships; and SAVE programs (Stop Americas
Violence Everywhere_ addressing domestic violence. We provide
medical family support through social activities. We support
legislation that preserves access to care and patient safety. We
inform policy makers about health issues and work together to
improve the health care system. We support the Medical Society of
Virginia Foundation, the AMA Foundation and local initiatives that
touch Virginias communities.
68. Health Promotions Danville-Pittsylvania Academy of Medicine
Alliance Health Fair for the Uninsured. Over 700 patients served.
MSV Alliance Walk-Run Supporting Unbridled Change A Therapeutic
Riding Program
69. MSVA Leadership
70. Fundraising Back row left to right: Gene Marrano (emcee),
Alex Berenson (author), Dr. Bill Bass (author), David Baldacci
(author) Front row left to right: Katie McKernan (RAMA), Jennifer
Karlen (RAMA), and Cindy Simonds (RAMA)
71. Virginias AMAA President Nancy Kyler 2009-10 AMAAAn AMAA
AMAAPresident Nancy Kyler installed by Dr. Rebecca Patchin AMA
Speaker of the House AMA Alliance President Nancy Kyler
2009-10
72. Follow Us on Facebook and http://alliance.msv.org/ Richmond
Academy of Medicine Alliance http://www.ramaf.org/
73. Washington AMAA President Mary Ellen Vaughan 1980-81
74. West Virginia WHO WE ARE The West Virginia State Medical
Association Alliance, Inc. is a non-profit organization . We are an
organization comprised of Physician's Spouses dedicated to the
health of all West Virginians. OUR PURPOSE IS To assist in those
programs of the West Virginia State Medical Association that
improve the health and quality of life for all people To encourage
participation and assist with educational and charitable endeavors
which promote health care: to represent the programs of the AMA
Alliance to the state of West Virginia To provide a network for
county Alliances throughout the state of West Virginia.
75. Wisconsin WHO WE ARE The Wisconsin Medical Society Alliance
is a non-profit, volunteer service organization comprised of
physicians' spouses. Founded in 1928, the Alliance assists in
Society programs that improve the health and quality of life for
all people. Alliance members work to promote health education,
encourage volunteerism in activities that meet health needs, and
support health- related charitable endeavors .
76. Legislation Sherry Clark, Congressman Paul Ryan &
Pamela Wascher in Washington DC 2011 National Advocacy
Conference
77. Wisconsin Members AMA Alliance Annual Session 2011 State
Annual Meeting 2007
78. Fundraising Doctors In Recital Physicians Performing an
Indian Folksong Event Co-Chairs
81. AMA Alliance Life-long Friends From All Over the United
States of America
82. Leadership Development Conference 2011
83. Leadership Development Conference 2011
84. Leadership Development Conference 2011
85. Western States Coalition Retreat Sandi Frosts AMAA Board
NAC National Advocacy Conference 2010 Tennessee Meeting
86. North Central Regional Conference Southern Regional
Conference
87. AMAA Annual Session 2012
88. AMAA Annual Session 2012
89. AMAA Annual Session 2012
90. AMAA Annual Session 2012
91. Past AMAA Presidents Nita Maddox, Patti Herlihy, Jean Hill,
Dianne Fenyk, Gay Bowman, Mary Ellen Vaughan, Ann Hansen, Jean
Howard, Susan Todd, Susan Paddack, Colleen Adam
92. Acknowledgements Sincere thanks to Pat Hyer for asking me
to run with this project and for allowing me to design the content.
Special thanks to the large numbers of you who participated by
supplying information to be included. It has been a great
experience exploring our rich history and being able to consolidate
some of it for you today as we celebrate 90 years of service to
Americans and support for our medical families. Debbi Ricks,
California AMA Alliance Director , 2011-12
[email protected] June 18, 2012 Special thanks goes to:
Marie Cruz, AMA Membership Staff, for helping to scan and email
over 150 photos from the AMAA office including the framed photos of
past presidents hanging on the wall. Sandi Anderson, my friend from
California, for working with me in the AMAA office in Chicago,
scanning and reviewing the archives. Tricia Hunstock, also a friend
from California, for sharing from her AMAA historical archives
previously collected at the AMAA office. Hazel Lewis, Former AMAA
Executive Director, for meeting with me at the AMAA office and for
lending her historical perspective to the project.
93. Behind the Scenes AMAA Office in Chicago Sandi Anderson
Hazel Lewis 75th Anniversary China PlateDebbi Ricks