By Gary W. Floyd, MD, Texas Medical Association president
When people ask me why I got into organized medicine in the first place, my answer is usually one filled with personal anecdotes and grand examples of all the great things the house of medicine has accomplished collectively through our county medical societies and TMA.
But really, there is a way to see it for yourself: TexMed, TMA’s annual meeting, which this year happens to take place in my old backyard in Fort Worth, May 19-20.
There’s obviously the business side of what we do in organized that takes place at TexMed and leads to all those great accomplishments I get to brag about. But TexMed is much more, and it’s for all TMA members.
TexMed is camaraderie with physicians from all over the state who have shared interests and experiences that help us develop meaningful and actionable policies. It’s professional development and the latest education on where medicine is headed. In fact, Navigating the Future of Medicine is the theme of this year’s entire program. TexMed is also philanthropy for the communities we live and practice in. And it’s fun.
So, join us. Sit in on a council, committee, or section meeting where the spirited discussions are held. Network with new colleagues and hone your leadership skills. Watch the House of Delegates in action as it democratically metes out the best solutions for physicians and our patients and elects the next generation of TMA leaders. (I liken it to a mini Congress.) Attend the TMA Foundation Gala and take part in supporting TMA’s community outreach programs – which is always a fun celebration. (This year’s theme is the Art of Medicine, and the co-chair is on record saying it’s the best time you’ll have at TexMed.)
Come see for yourself.
Last Updated On
February 17, 2023
Originally Published On
February 17, 2023