April 1, 2026

“Lung Ultrasound for Everyday Practice” — Southern Medicine Podcast is Now Available

In this episode of the “Southern Medicine Podcast,” Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, presents a fast-paced, practical session on using lung ultrasound to evaluate common respiratory presentations in everyday practice.

April 1, 2026

100 Words: SMA President Dr. David Netscher’s April Message

For about $500, you could purchase a Bluetooth headset, a virtual reality headset, smart AI glasses, a laptop, wireless printer, or a good dinner for four. Or, as a physician, you could maintain SMA membership for $320 and attend SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly for $175.

March 30, 2026

SMA Celebrates Physicians on Doctors’ Day

Today, the Southern Medical Association (SMA) proudly recognizes Doctors’ Day—a meaningful occasion dedicated to honoring physicians and their enduring contributions to patient care and the medical profession.

March 24, 2026

IMG Spotlight: Samhitha Gundakaram

Dr. Samhitha Gundakaramr shares her experience as an IMG who trained in Eastern Ghats of rural southern India.

March 22, 2026

SMA Launches Fellowship Forward Mentorship Program Through IMG Support & Advocacy Committee Subcommittee

SMA) is pleased to introduce the Fellowship Forward Mentorship Program, a new initiative from the IMG Support & Advocacy Committee designed to support IMG residents as they navigate the highly competitive fellowship application process.

March 11, 2026

Constellation Quality Health: March 2026 ECHO Session Presenter Spotlight

SMA partner Constellation Quality Health welcomes Lisa Graham, RN, CDCES, BC-ADM, as our ECHO session’s didactic and case presenter on Community-Based Programs for Diabetes Education and Management. 

Posted in: Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism4

March 10, 2026

SMA Celebrates Participation in Inaugural SMA-Led IMG Day

SMA celebrates participation in its inaugural SMA-Led IMG Day.

March 6, 2026

Recognizing Acute Right Heart Strain with POCUS: The D-Sign in Pulmonary Embolism

A 41-year-old woman presents to the emergency department with a sudden onset of dyspnea and pleuritic chest pain for two hours. She appears mildly anxious and diaphoretic. She denies fever, cough, trauma, or recent illness. She takes oral contraceptives and has no significant past medical history.

March 6, 2026

Findings: Recognizing Acute Right Heart Strain with POCUS: The D-Sign in Pulmonary Embolism

POCUS Findings The PSSA view demonstrates a flattened interventricular septum, creating a D-shaped left ventricle instead of the normal circular contour. In addition, the right ventricle (RV) appears enlarged relative to the left ventricle on this view. The RV cavity occupies a larger proportion of the image than expected. The...

March 6, 2026

Congratulations to the Abstract Winners from SMA’s 6th Annual Physicians-in-Training Leadership Conference

Congratulations to the 6th Annual Physicians-in-Training Leadership Conference abstract winners!

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