New TMA President Ignites Unity, Pledges to Fight Physician Burnout
"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. Read more.
Texas' AMA Champion David N. Henkes, MD, Earns TMA Distinguished Service Award
For 25 years, the San Antonio pathologist committed himself to the Texas Delegation to the American Medical Association (AMA), driving the state's national leadership and making waves in advocacy. His message for medicine: Continue grassroots organization. Continue reading.
Measles Cases in Texas Increase to 717
The Texas Department of State Health Services reported 717 cases of measles statewide on Tuesday. Federal data released last week indicated the number of measles cases in the country exceeded 1,000 for the first time in five years. Meanwhile, New Mexico's health department reported 71 cases, unchanged from its last update. Most of the cases are from Lea County, adjacent to Gaines County in Texas. Learn more.
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