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AdvocacyPromoting positive change in healthcare by leadership, grassroots involvement and organizational participation.
CollaborationBuilding connections through partnerships with networks in hospitals, medical practices, communities and elected officials.
EducationGSMA is dedicated to keeping its members abreast of the many rapidly occurring advances across the various medical specialties and the changes affecting medical practice.
LeadershipMembers of GSMA serve on the faculties of all medical schools in the state – Morehouse School of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, the Medical College of Georgia, Mercer University School of Medicine and Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.

GSMA- The GA Voice of Health Equity

Georgia State Medical Association, Inc. (GSMA) is the state affiliate of the National Medical Association (NMA). The State Association was founded in 1893.

Georgia State Medical Association, Inc. (GSMA) is the collective voice of African American physicians and a leading force for parity and justice in medicine and the elimination of disparities in health.

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The Georgia State Medical Association honors outstanding members and other professionals who have made significant contributions in medicine and toward the work of the GSMA itself.

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PROFESSIONAL EDUCATIONGSMA is dedicated to keeping its members abreast of the many rapidly occurring advances across the various medical specialties and the changes affecting medical practice. GSMA hosts an Annual Convention and Scientific Assembly recognized as one of the finest statewide forums on African American health and medicine.
ADVOCACYGSMA advocates on behalf of disadvantaged communities in the fight for equitable, effective healthcare and benefits with a presence at the State Capitol. GSMA partners with local, state and federal organizations to expand its influence on key health issues.
PUBLIC HEALTHGSMA is steadfast in its commitment to the elimination of health disparities and the promotion of healthy lifestyles among African Americans and other underserved populations. GSMA partners with numerous organizations to conduct consumer education programs on cancer, cardiovascular disease, HIV/AIDS, women’s health, asthma, smoking cessation, immunization, clinical trials, as well as other issues that impact the lives of our patients.
RECOGNITIONThe Georgia State Medical Association honors outstanding members and other professionals who have made significant contributions in medicine and toward the work of the GSMA itself.

Members of Georgia State Medical Association serve on the faculties of all medical schools in the state – Morehouse School of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, the Medical College of Georgia, Mercer University School of Medicine and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
The administrative office of GSMA is located on the campus of Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. The association meets quarterly and holds its Annual Convention each June.

SICKLE CELL ADVOCACYThe NHLBI is part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ National Institutes of Health (NIH)—the nation’s biomedical research agency that makes important scientific discoveries to improve health and save lives. We are committed to advancing science and translating discoveries into clinical practice to promote the prevention and treatment of heart, lung, blood, and sleep disorders, including sickle cell disease. Learn about current and future NHLBI efforts to improve health through research and scientific discovery.

Members of Georgia State Medical Association serve on the faculties of all medical schools in the state – Morehouse School of Medicine, Emory University School of Medicine, the Medical College of Georgia, Mercer University School of Medicine and the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine.
The administrative office of GSMA is located on the campus of Morehouse School of Medicine in Atlanta. The association meets quarterly and holds its Annual Convention each June.

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GSMA FOUNDATIONThe Georgia State Medical Association Foundation (GSMA Foundation) was established to enable physicians to support medical student education, as well as medical science and public health projects that enhance the quality of life in the state.

The GSMA Foundation is a non-profit, non-stock, 501(c)(3) corporation and GSMA Foundation contributions are tax-deductible.

GPAThe Georgia Physicians Association (GPA) is the political action committee of the Georgia State Medical Association. GPA works with elected officials and other community decision makers to develop policy and influence matters that impact our members and their patients.
GPA strongly advocates for policies and legislation designed to narrow the health disparities gap and to improve the quality of life for all Georgia residents. GPA leverages its resources and builds alliances necessary to ensure access to health care, affordable for all Georgia residents, with emphasis on those with the greatest need.

GSMA is the Voice of Health Care Equity

Working hard everyday toward the elimination of healthcare disparities and fighting for health equity.

GSMA 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. Throughout its history the Georgia State Medical Association has focused primarily on health issues related to African Americans and medically underserved populations; however, its principles, goals, initiatives and philosophy encompass all ethnic groups.

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"We strive to serve our members, our community and interested healthcare stakeholders toward achieving healthcare equity and eliminating health disparities. We promote a strong public health approach with the continued focus on the social determinants of poor health outcomes."
Ericka Russell-Petty, MD
President-GSMA
"Achieving health equity means developing a sustainable plan toward economic equity."
Shelby Wilkes, MD, MBA
GSMA Board Chair
"Addressing human trafficking should be integrated into a comprehensive public health strategy that promotes the greater collaboration between the medical community, social services, behavioral health counselors, legislators and state/federal regulators."
Julianne Adams Birt, MD
GSMA- Secretary
"GSMA stands for equity in healthcare and strives to address all challenges from racism in healthcare, the global COVID Pandemic and the impact of climate change on our communities."
Winston Price, MD
GSMA- Board Member

Georgia's Voice for Health Equity

Georgia State Medical Association, Inc. (GSMA) is the collective voice of African American physicians and a leading force for parity and justice in medicine and the elimination of disparities in health.

GSMA 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. Throughout its history the Georgia State Medical Association has focused primarily on health issues related to African Americans and medically underserved populations; however, its principles, goals, initiatives and philosophy encompass all ethnic groups.

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Columbus-Fort Benning
Medical Association

7196 Northlake Drive, Suite B
Columbus, GA 31909
Office Telephone: 706-256-3500
Office Fax: 706-256-3505

George Miller, M.D.
President

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Griffin-Jordan Medical Society
of Southwest Georgia

devellrdr@gmail.com

PO Box 71811
Albany, GA 31708
(229) 894-7772
Devell R. Young, M.D.
President

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SAMA

South Atlantic Medical Association

114 Canal St #101
Pooler, GA 31322
912-748-3368

Rita Livingston, M.D.
President

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Atlanta Medical Association, Inc.

executivedirectorama@gmail.com| Website: www.atlmed.org

P.O. Box 4421
Atlanta, GA 30303
Office: (404) 586-0385

Kevin E. Woods, M.D., MPH
President

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Stoney Medical Society

wjhillsonmd2@gmail.com

1448 Lee Beard Way
Augusta, GA 30901
Cell: 706-799-6663

W. Joseph Hillson, M.D.
President

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Middle Georgia Medical Society, Inc.

ptoyman@yahoo.com| Website: www.mgmsnet.org

3356 Vineville Avenue
Macon, GA 31204
Office: (478) 476-9642
Fax:  (478) 476-9976

Kimathi Blackwood, M.D.
President

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Why not contribute to the GPAThe Georgia Physicians Association (GPA) is the political action committee of the Georgia State Medical Association. The GPA works with elected officials and other community decision makers to develop policy and influence matters that impact our members and their patients.
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Help stengthen the GPAThe Georgia Physicians Association (GPA) is the political action committee of the Georgia State Medical Association. The GPA works with elected officials and other community decision makers to develop policy and influence matters that impact our members and their patients.
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Help support the GPAThe Georgia Physicians Association (GPA) is the political action committee of the Georgia State Medical Association. The GPA works with elected officials and other community decision makers to develop policy and influence matters that impact our members and their patients.
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GSMA is the Voice of Health Equity for GA

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Georgia State Medical Association, Inc. (GSMA) is the collective voice of African American physicians and a leading force for parity and justice in medicine and the elimination of disparities in health.

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Join us in our efforts and be a force of change in health care and your community.

For over one hundred and twenty years, Georgia State Medical Association, Inc. (GSMA) is committed to bringing about effective healthcare practices in the state, for the benefit of all our members. Our goal is to provide a robust menu of value-added goods and services that benefit our members built on well-researched, strong, trust-based relationships.

Worse than trying and failing is "Failing to Try"

The combined resources provided by GSMA members are applied to:

Develop a strenuous program in continuing medical education (CME) to ensure that GSMA members remain abreast of rapidly occurring advances across the various medical specialties.•  Conduct the annual GSMA Convention and Scientific Assembly. Through the presentation of CME programs at the state level, GSMA members are able to meet Category 1 requirements for the Physician’s Recognition Award of the American Medical Association (AMA). GSMA offers programs in a number of specialties — from Aerospace Medicine to Urology. GSMA programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME)  via our partner relationship with Morehouse School of Medicine.

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Incredible Achievements

Promote and support biomedical research that contributes to the advancement of knowledge and treatment of diseases, disabilities and adverse health problems that disproportionately or differentially affect African American and other minority populations.

Advocate for health policies that improve the quality and availability of health care, particularly to African American and other minority and underserved populations.

•  Conduct public education to prevent health problems and promote healthy lifestyles among African American and other minority and underserved populations.

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Member Growth - (80%)
Educational Programs - (75%)
Scholarships - (90%)
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