TexMed

TMA Forges New Policies on Same-Day Services, Patient Attribution in Value-Based Care - 05/16/2025

The house adopted several other payment-related policies as well, all emerging from ongoing physician frustration with payer practices that hinder patient care.

Bypassing PBMs: TexMed Speaker Spells Out Path to Lower Drug, Health Care Costs - 05/16/2025

Generic lifesaving drugs can run up to $10,000 for a month’s supply. Alex Oshmyansky, MD, wants to ensure patients see reduced costs and better access to those medications in the future.

‘Misinformation ... Spreads Faster Than Accurate Information. I’m Trying to Change That’ - 05/16/2025

The most popular physician on social media, Mikhail “Doctor Mike” Varshavski, DO, closed TexMed 2025 with a highly attended presentation on how Texas physicians can utilize the relationship between health care and the internet to connect with patients.

TMA Dues Credit Harnesses Peer-to-Peer Power to Grow Membership - 05/15/2025

The forthcoming Impact Texas Medicine program taps into TMA’s existing grassroots network by utilizing word-of-mouth to recruit potential members – with a dues credit for members’ efforts and other recognition.

Alliance President Joi Smith Seeks to Connect and Support Families, Communities - 05/14/2025

The torch of TMAA leadership was passed at TexMed. New president Joi Smith of Tyler is ready to continue the alliance’s work as outlined by its new mission, vision, and strategic plan to build a healthy Texas through community outreach and advocacy.

New TMA President Ignites Unity, Pledges to Fight Physician Burnout - 05/14/2025

“Doctors must be free to do what they were called to do,” Jayesh “Jay” Shah, MD, emphasized in his first speech as TMA’s president, while committing to expand physician wellness initiatives. He took over from G. Ray Callas, MD, who in his signature bold fashion pledged to carry the torch for physician-led health care.

Texas’ AMA Champion David N. Henkes, MD, Earns TMA Distinguished Service Award - 05/13/2025

For 25 years, the San Antonio pathologist committed himself to the Texas Delegation to the American Medical Association, driving the state’s national leadership and making waves in advocacy. Hear his message for organized medicine.

TMA Recognizes San Antonio Pathologist for Distinguished Service - 05/09/2025

San Antonio pathologist David N. Henkes, MD, received the Texas Medical Association Distinguished Service Award Friday – TMA’s highest honor. Though he has earned accolades for his career in medicine and leadership, Dr. Henkes arguably cemented his legacy miles away from Texas, at American Medical Association meetings.

Physicians’ Personal Finances to Headline TexMed Panel - 05/05/2025

An upcoming TexMed panel will feature insight into debt management, educational planning, investments at both the early and mid-and-established career levels, and more. The session directly follows other Texas Medical Association efforts to meet members’ needs.

TexMed Speaker to Tackle Drug Pricing, Entrepreneurship - 04/29/2025

Founder of the Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Company, radiologist Alex Oshmyansky, MD, previewed his upcoming TexMed talk about unfair drug pricing and the early stages of launching a startup.

Attend a Council or Committee Meeting at TexMed, Open to All Members - 04/21/2025

Kick off TexMed 2025 by attending the event’s various council and committee meetings, open to all members interested in TMA governance and policy development. The open meetings policy is one of many new initiatives TMA has approved in recent years to increase the visibility of member interests.

Online Testimony on TMA Business Items Closes April 17 - 04/10/2025

TMA members have until April 17 to submit online testimony on business items to be considered by the House of Delegates at TexMed, May 8-10. A permanent fixture since 2020, online testimony allows the association to hear and address members’ concerns early.

TexMed 2025 Unveils New CME, Tailored Offerings to Attendees at All Career Levels - 04/04/2025

This year’s annual conference will see a presentation by YouTube’s Dr. Mike, tailored CME submitted by TMA members, practice resources for established physicians and networking opportunities for students and residents. Plus, a new badging system cuts check-in hassle.

YouTube’s ‘Doctor Mike’ Talks Online Success, Patient Trust Ahead of TexMed 2025 - 03/25/2025

YouTube sensation, philanthropist, and family physician Mikhail “Doctor Mike” Varshavski, DO, spoke about the origins of his internet career, fighting rampant online disinformation, and building patient trust in an exclusive Q&A with TMA ahead of his TexMed 2025 presentation.

Physician Input Will Shape CME at TexMed 2025 - 11/12/2024

Educational topics must fall into the categories of leadership and professional development; physician health and wellness; population and public health; business of medicine; or specialty trends. Applications close Dec. 31.

TMA Awards Scholarships for 2024 to 16 Incoming Medical Students - 10/08/2024

Sixteen students entering Texas medical schools this fall are getting a financial boost on their way. Each of the students, who are members of minorities underrepresented among physicians, will receive a $10,000 scholarship from the Texas Medical Association. Physicians selected the students – one for each of Texas’ 16 medical schools – for their academic achievement, commitment to community service, and desire to care for Texas’ increasingly diverse population.

Shape TexMed’s Future by Applying to New TMA Committee - 09/10/2024

As TexMed 2024 brought Texas Medical Association events to a new high, the House of Delegates voted to continue the upward trend with the formation of a standing Committee on TexMed Education, which will continue to aid TMA’s mission to provide accurate, relevant, and engaging information for members.

“Healthy Humorist” Injects a Dose of Laughter at TexMed - 08/16/2024

Physician-turned-keynote speaker Brad Nieder, MD, concluded TexMed 2023 on Saturday with an uplifting, humorous reminder that “laughter is the best medicine,” even for physicians.

Keller Pediatrician Assumes TMA Presidency - 08/09/2024

The Texas Medical Association (TMA) today installed Gary W. Floyd, MD, a Keller pediatrician, as its 157th president. TMA’s House of Delegates policymaking body installed Dr. Floyd during TexMed, the association’s annual conference, in Houston this year.

TMA Celebrates Outstanding Science Teachers for Educating Potential Future Physicians - 07/22/2024

The Texas Medical Association is honoring three exceptional Texas science teachers with the 2024 Ernest and Sarah Butler Awards for Excellence in Science Teaching. TMA recognized the teachers – Selene Verhofstad, EdD, of Pasadena; Christi Fuchs of Cuero; and Jamie Flint of Houston – at a ceremony in Austin.

TMA Bestows Highest Honor to Congressman Burgess at 2024 Conference - 07/22/2024

In recognition of his two decades of congressional service of writing, improving, and passing legislation to benefit patient care, the Texas Medical Association (TMA) today honored U.S. Rep. Michael C. Burgess, MD (R-Texas), with its 2024 TMA Distinguished Service Award. TMA leaders recognized Dr. Burgess at TexMed, the association’s annual conference held this year in Dallas. The award is TMA’s highest honor.

Meeting High Standards: Reinvigorated Approach to Events Drives Association Growth - 07/10/2024

TMA’s reinvigorated approach to events drives association growth

Open House: TMA’s House of Delegates Foster Member Engagement - 07/10/2024

Recent changes by TMA’s House of Delegates foster member engagement and address the needs of Texas physicians.

TMA Honors Outstanding Physicians, Medical Students, with 2024 Awards - 05/21/2024

The Texas Medical Association is honoring outstanding physicians and medical students across the state with awards for their contributions to their community and organized medicine. TMA recognized the honorees during TexMed, the association’s annual conference, held in Dallas.

TMA House Prioritizes Noncompetes, Physician Payment Reform - 05/13/2024

The TMA House of Delegates adopted several policies intended to alleviate economic pressure on physician practices. Those include directing the association to advocate for more statutory limitations on noncompete agreements in employment contracts and protections from health plans’ problematic payment policies. Read more.