Want to make a difference? So do the members of the TMA Resident and Fellow Section (RFS). See the Top Reasons for Residents to Join TMA and AMA (PDF).
The RFS serves as an advocate for physicians and patients through resident physician involvement in the creation of TMA policy. As a section member, you can craft policies and resolutions to shape the future of medicine. Additionally, the section serves as a communication tool for residents statewide to address unique resident issues, such as resident work hours, Physician-in-Training permits, debt management, licensing and credentialing, to name a few.
The RFS meets three times annually in conjunction with the TMA Winter Conference (January/February), TexMed (April/May), and TMA Fall Conference (September/October). All resident members are welcome to attend and participate in the meetings. Attending meetings allows you to network with colleagues, enhance your knowledge of medicine, and represent the interests of your fellow residents.
Join today and experience first-hand how residents – like yourself – have the power to make a difference in your community and your profession.
Click here to join more than 45,000 of your colleagues today!
Recognize Your Mentor - 2010 J.T. "Lamar" McNew Award
Recognize a physician who has provided outstanding service or has been a champion for residents and fellows by nominating him or her for the 2010 J.T. "Lamar" McNew Award. Complete the nomination form by January 15, 2010. Winner will be selected during Winter Conference and presentation will be held during TexMed 2010 Opening Session.
November Texas Medicine Features Resident Writer
The November issue of Texas Medicine features a commentary article written by fellow Texas resident, Dr. Travis Bias. Check it out and learn what he had to say about social networking.
Nominations Open for RFS Leadership Positions
Nominations are being accepted for two RFS leadership positions: RFS Special Appointee to the TMA Board of Trustees and Alternate Delegate to the Texas Delegation to the AMA. To submit your application, please send a letter of intent and a current curriculum vitae to your section coordinator by January 15, 2010.
RFS Connection
Looking for the RFS electronic newsletter, RFS Connection? It can be found in TMA's Action newsletter that goes out around the first of the month. Click on the red link that reads "RFS Connection" and it will take you to the news articles and announcements tailored just for you.
TMA Efforts Help Secure New Loan Repayment Programs
The need to make improvements to the state’s physician education loan repayment program was among TMA’s legislative priorities this session. When the Texas Legislature convened in 2009, TMA fought for and won the following:
- Assigned new and improved funding for Texas’ Physician Education Loan Repayment Program; the program now pays up to $160,000 over four years, almost four times more than the previous program.
- Added another loan repayment option through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, which repays up to $140,000 over four years and is not restricted to underserved communities for physicians providing care for a certain level of Medicaid patients.
- Increased GME formula funding 18.1 percent, or $15.7 million. Texas medical schools now receive $6,653 per resident per year.
This is just one example of TMA’s ability to work on your behalf, and our success reflects the important role that organized medicine plays in our profession.
2009 Fall Conference
If you missed the great section presentations during the 2009 TMA Fall Conference, you can view the PowerPoint slides from several of the sessions below.
Section Presentation: Hot Buttons for Doctors: Liability Reduction Strategies for Medical Students and Physicians
Presenter: Dan Ballard, JD, Partner, Ballard & Simmons, LLP
Section Workshop: Resolution Writing
Presenters: Joanna Gibbons and Gavin Roddy, TMA-MSS Delegate Co-Leaders
Board, Council, and Committee Positions
Nominations are open for the 2009-10 TMA Board, Council, and Committee positions. A complete list of the available groups and their responsibilities is available here. To be considered, please complete the application form.
Stay Connected
Join the Resident and Fellow Section Facebook page to stay informed about issues affecting medicine today. It is a great way to connect with colleagues and promote advocacy efforts across the state. Click here to become a "Fan."
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Fourth-Year Medical Student Update Form
Ensure your Texas Medical Association and county medical society membership record is accurate by providing us with your new contact information and residency training information. If you have matched in Texas and are a current member, you will receive complimentary resident membership for the remainder of 2008. Take a moment to Update Your Information so we can be sure you continue to receive your benefits of membership.
Staff Contact
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Last Published: 11/19/2009
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