Sangeetha Isaac, MD, Appointed to SMA’s Education Committee

The Southern Medical Association (SMA) is pleased to announce that Sangeetha Isaac, MD, has been appointed to the Association’s Education Committee.

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Join SMA in Houston for the 2026 Annual Scientific Assembly

Join SMA in Houston this November for up to 21.5 hours of CME, hands-on learning, nationally recognized speakers, and opportunities to connect with colleagues from across the healthcare community. The 2026 Southern Medical Association Annual Scientific Assembly  will bring physicians, healthcare professionals, residents, fellows, and medical students together in Houston…

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Christopher Morris, MD, Appointed to SMA’s Education Committee

The Southern Medical Association (SMA) is pleased to announce that Christopher Morris, MD, has been appointed to the Association’s Education Committee.

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Dr. Philip Hartman, MD, Elected as President-Elect Designate

The Southern Medical Association (SMA) is pleased to announce that Philip Hartman, MD, has been elected as President-Elect Designate. 

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Call for SMA Education Committee Members

SMA is currently seeking members to join our Education Committee. As a committee member, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of medical education.

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Help Shape the Next Generation of Physicians as a PIT Mentor

SMA is pleased to reintroduce the SMA Physicians-in-Training (PIT) Mentoring Program, designed to foster meaningful, long-term relationships between physician and physician-in-training mentors and mentees at different stages of their medical careers.

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Prepare for Residency: September Webinar Sessions for IMGs

SMA’s IMG Support and Advocacy Ad Hoc Committee invites international medical graduates to participate in a series of webinars offering practical guidance for navigating the U.S. residency application and Match process.

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Top 16 Winners Announced for the 2026 Virtual Abstract Competition

With more than 50 abstracts presented during the August 4–6, 2026 virtual event, physicians-in-training from 33 medical schools and residency programs showcased their research and connected with peers.

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Rula Freiji, MD, MPH, Appointed to SMA’s Education Committee

The Southern Medical Association (SMA) is pleased to announce that Rula Freiji, MD, MPH, has been appointed to the Association’s Education Committee.

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Dr. Michael Longaker Selected as the 2026 Moreton Research Award Recipient

The Southern Medical Association is pleased to announce that Michael Longaker, MD, MBA, DSc(hon), has been selected as the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Robert D. and Alma W. Moreton Research Award to be presented at this year’s Annual Scientific Assembly in Houston, Texas.

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Education, Inspiration, and Connection Await at SMA’s 2026 Annual Scientific Assembly

Three of healthcare’s biggest challenges. One exceptional meeting. Practical education you can put into practice immediately. Join us in Houston this November! The 2026 Southern Medical Association Annual Scientific Assembly  will bring physicians, healthcare professionals, residents, fellows, and medical students together in Houston for an optional preconference CME POCUS Bootcamp…

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Medical Student Scholarship Applications Now Being Accepted

We are pleased to announce that the Southern Medical Association (SMA) is currently accepting medical student scholarship applications. SMA has awarded more than $1.5 million to rising 3rd- and 4th-year medical students and we invite you to apply.

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Inside SMA’s 2026 Annual Scientific Assembly: Orthopaedic Surgeon Dr. John Fowler on Point-of-Care Ultrasound

In this special preview episode for SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly in Houston taking place November 6–7, 2026, SMA President Dr. David Netscher is joined by John Fowler, MD, for an engaging conversation on the growing role of musculoskeletal ultrasound in clinical practice.

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Inside SMA’s 2026 Annual Scientific Assembly: Orthopedic Chair Dr. John Elfar on Team-Based Innovation

In this special preview episode for SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly in Houston, SMA President Dr. David Netscher is joined by orthopedic surgeon, department chair, and clinician-scientist Dr. John Elfar for an engaging conversation on leadership, collaboration, and innovation in modern medicine.

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Inside SMA’s 2026 Annual Scientific Assembly: 40-Year Steelers Physician Joseph Maroon on Concussion Science

In this special preview episode for SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly in Houston taking place November 6–7, 2026, SMA President Dr. David Netscher is joined by Joseph Maroon for an engaging conversation on concussion science, brain health, and innovation in sports medicine.

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Inside SMA’s 2026 Annual Scientific Assembly: Olympian Lennie Waite on Peak Performance and Resilience

In this special preview episode for SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly in Houston taking place November 6-7, 2026, SMA President Dr. David Netscher is joined by Olympian and sports psychologist Lennie Waite, PhD, for a compelling conversation on performance, resilience, and the mental demands of high-pressure environments.

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SMA Shows Its Heart on Wear Red Day

SMA is going Red for Women and joining the American Heart Association’s National Wear Red Day today to spotlight women’s heart health and raise awareness about cardiovascular disease.

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Donald J. DiPette, MD, FACP, FAHA, Appointed Editor-in-Chief of the Southern Medical Journal

The Southern Medical Association (SMA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Donald J. DiPette, MD, FACP, FAHA, as Editor-in-Chief of the Southern Medical Journal (SMJ).

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Congratulations to Tulane University School of Medicine — The 2025 SMArtBowl Winning Team!

Congratulations to members of the SMArt Bowl team from the Tulane University School of Medicine! Their team is this year’s SMArt Bowl champion!

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Constellation Quality Health Awards Scholarships in Partnership with SMA

During SMA’s Annual Scientific Assembly in Atlanta, Georgia, Constellation Quality Health awarded two $2,500 scholarships to outstanding third-year medical students.

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