Happy President’s Day from the Southern Medical Association

 “A President must call on many persons – some to man the ramparts and to watch the far away, distant posts; others to lead us in science, medicine, education and social progress here at home.” — Lyndon B. Johnson Washington's Birthday, or Presidents' Day, honors the life and work of...

Health Rankings in the South

For the past 28 years, the United Health Foundation has produced an annual report assessing the nation’s health on a state-by-state basis. The report is a great tool to measure progress, identify emerging trends, and drive action for improving public health. The rankings have been broken down into four core...

6 Questions to ask about Medical Malpractice Insurance

Make sure you have the best medical malpractice coverage available by asking these 6 medical malpractice questions. 1. Do you have the consent to settle? Does your malpractice policy allow you to decline settling and fight unjust claims in court to the very end? If you have a “Consent to...

Student Loans 101 – Webinar Recording with LendKey

SMA Partner LendKey Explains Student Loan Options for Medical Professionals Our partners at LendKey have put together an informative, step-by-step plan to help you save money and pay off your student loans.  The student loans webinar recording is about 30 minutes and will teach you: Where to find the details...

Illegal Immigration and the Threat of Infectious Disease

There’s a growing health concern over illegal immigrants bringing infectious diseases into the United States. Approximately 500,000 legal immigrants and 80,000 refugees come to the United States each year, and an additional 700,000 illegal immigrants enter annually, and three-quarters of these illegal immigrants come from Mexico, El Salvador, Guatemala, and…