The document provides information about the North Carolina Medical Society Alliance (NCMS Alliance). It states that the NCMS Alliance is a nonprofit organization of physician spouses and physicians dedicated to advancing the health of North Carolinians through advocacy and action. Some key details include: - It was organized in 1923 and is a 501(c)(3) charitable volunteer organization. - Membership is open to physician spouses, physicians, and physicians in training. - Its mission is to improve health and quality of life for North Carolinians through community service and public health promotion.

1. American Medical
Association
Alliance
Part 3
June 18, 2012
Swissôtel
Chicago, Illinois

2. North Carolina
Dedicated to Improving the Health and Quality of Life for the People of North Carolina
Celebrating 88 Years of Health Advocacy and Community Service
Our Mission:
The North Carolina Medical Society Alliance is a nonprofit organization of physician
spouses and physicians dedicated to advancing the health of North Carolinians through
advocacy and action.
• Organized in 1923
• The North Carolina Medical Society Alliance (NCMS Alliance)
is a 501 (c)(3) charitable volunteer organization comprised of
physician spouses and physicians dedicated to improving the
health and quality of life of North Carolinians through
community service aimed at promoting better public health.
• Membership is open to physician spouses and physicians as
well as physicians in training and spouses of physicians

3. Events & Activities
AMAA Annual Session
Board Meeting NCMSA 2012
Annual Meeting & Fashion Show

4. Health Promotions
The NCMS Alliance has developed portion control
placemats to help raise awareness about the critical
role portion control plays in improving health. The
placemat is intended to provide a user-friendly
resource and guidance on serving sizes for each food
group.
“GET FIT”
10K 5K and Kids’ Fun Run

5. From the Past
1960’s1966

6. AMAA President
Gay Bowman 2003-04
Gay Installed by AMA
President Dr. Yank Coble
Gay’s Family Attends Installation
“Take a Stand.
Lend a Hand.
Stop Bullying
Now!”
Presenting HAP Award to
Joni Schmidt with AMA
President, Dr. Donald
Palmisano
With Dr. William
Bowman
Launched by
Gay Bowman,
U.S. Surgeon General
Richard Carmona,
HRSA Admin. Betty Dune
and 2003 Miss America,
Erika Harold in
Washington DC.

7. Follow Us on Facebook and
http://www.ncmsalliance.org/

8. North Dakota

9. Health Promotions

10. Ohio

11. Health Promotions
The Academy of
Medicine of Toledo and Lucas County Alliance

12. Throughout the State
Past Presidents Stark County
Medical Society Auxiliary
Columbus
MSA’s
Scholarship
Winner
Clayton Hodges
Lake County $500
Donation to the Free Clinic
The Outgoing Board

13. From the Past

14. Follow Us
http://www.osma.org/about-osma/affiliated-groups-and-
committees/alliance/overview
OSMA Alliance
Stark County MSA
Academy of Medicine of
Toledo and Lucas County
Alliance
Lake County Medical Alliance

15. Oklahoma
“When the AMAA, OSMAA and our county alliances work together...
WE ARE STRONGER!
We support a unified membership because by working together we
can promote healthy lifestyles, support good health legislation, and
the family of medicine.”

16. Membership Matters
United We Are Stronger

17. Health Promotion
Oklahoma County MSA
Cleveland McClain County Medical Alliance
Habitat for Humanity

18. Fundraising
$13,000 for Schools for Healthy Lifestyles from the Walk the Doc Fundraiser,
Oklahoma County MSA
Donna Parker, Barbara Jhett, Lindsey Lemons, Jana Timberlake,
Sherrie James, and Walk the Doc Chair, Lori Hill

19. The First Woman’s Auxiliary to A County Medical
Society in America
1907 Pottawatomi County, Oklahoma
Historical Document Located in the
AMA Alliance Office, Chicago, Illinois

20. AMAA Past President 2000-01
Senator Susan Paddack
Oklahoma
State Senator Susan Paddack
Parlays Her Alliance Membership into a
Political Career

21. Follow Us:
http://www.okmed.org/a_index-6-history.html
Oklahoma County MSA Website
http://www.ocmsalliance.org/

22. Oregon
WHO WE ARE
•The Oregon Medical Association Alliance (OMAA)
is a statewide, non-profit, grassroots organization of
more than 4,500 physicians’ spouses dedicated to
the health of Oregon. Membership in the OMA
Alliance is made up of all spouses of OMA
members.
• The OMAA’s mission is to work in partnership
with the Oregon Medical Association and in
coalition with county medical alliances, state
members-at-large and the American Medical
Association Alliance.
• We are physician partners advocating for a
healthy Oregon.

23. What We Do
SERVICE
• Deliver the “Faux Paw” program to promote internet safety for children
• Developed and implemented the award-winning statewide “Prescription Drug Turn In Program”
• Support the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon and SS Washington
• Print and distribute domestic violence resource materials (regional crisis cards) throughout the state
• Participate in the nationwide SAVE Program (Stop America’s Violence Everywhere)
• Participate in Oregon Mission of Mercy
• Partner with Community Matters to address bullying, harassment, cyber-bullying and youth violence
LEGISLTIVE
• Support activities related to Oregon Medical Association health care issues
• Educate members about pertinent health care legislation
• Promote programs that increase members’ interest, knowledge and involvement in legislative advocacy
COMMUNICATION
• Maintain the OMA Alliance website
• Develop and maintain a membership database
• Provide information for the OMA website, Medicine in Oregon and STAT, OMA’s monthly e-
news
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL
• Conduce an annual fundraising auction to support the AMA Foundation
• Organize community events involving medical families
• Develop and promote opportunities that enhance a member’s sense of well being
• Provide leadership opportunities

24. AMAA HAP Award Winner 2011
The Rx Turn-In-Program
Brings attention to the importance of safe disposal of medications and assists
local communities in developing awareness and places to safely dispose of
unwanted medications.
Leanna Lindquist & Marie Stoddard Susan Todd, Leanna Lindquist, Emma Borders

25. Events & Activities
Oregon Hosts Western States Coalition Retreat

26. From the Past
Oregon Annual Session 2002 AMAA
Representative, Dianne Fenyk

27. Follow us:
http://www.theoma.org/about/affiliated-groups/oma-
alliance

28. Pennsylvania
PENNSYLVANIA MEDICAL SOCIETY ALLIANCE
The Pennsylvania Medical Society Alliance is the
volunteer voice of the family of medicine, dedicated to
healthy communities and the preservation of the
doctor-patient relationship.
ALLIANCE MISSION
• To assist in those programs of the Pennsylvania Medical
Society that improve the health and quality of life for all
people.
• To promote health education.
• To advocate the interests of the medical profession in
matters relating to legislation and public relations
• To promote activities that provide financial support for
medical education.
• To encourage participation in activities that meet health
needs.
• To support health-related charitable endeavors.
Donna Rovito
President 2011-12

29. Health Promotions
Berks County MSA Yearly Project 2012
Health in Balance:
Managing Diabetes in the School Setting
Northampton County MSA
Hands Are Not for Hitting

30. Our Members
Playgroup
Northampton County MSA
Berks County 2012 Board

31. From the Past
Fair Play for PA

32. Follow Us:
http://www.pamedsoc.org/alliance

33. South Carolina
The South Carolina Medical Association
Alliance was formed to educate, advocate and
provide charitable support for the family of
medicine and to partner with the SCMA to
improve the health and quality of life for
citizens of South Carolina. The Alliance
endeavors to support the family of medicine,
promote health education and encourage
participation in health related projects,
promotes legislative awareness, provides
resources to county alliances, as well as
communicates the mission and goals of both
the SCMA and SCMAA to its members.

34. Our Members

35. Health Promotions
Charleston County MSA Health Fair
Greenwood County MSA
“Empty Bowls”
A project to raise awareness of
hunger and do something
about it.
Shaken Baby Syndrome Awareness
Heather Yeh Receives Award

36. Fundraising
Greenville County MSA’s
“Cooking for a Cure”
Breast Cancer Fundraiser
“Bid for Healthy Learners”
$9,033 raised to help remove children’s
health barriers to learning.
Charleston MSA Raised $7,200 to
distribute to 16 local charities.
Docs Who Rock Spartanburg...Proceeds Distributed to Four Local Organizations

37. From the Past
Billie K. Brady
(Mrs. Wayne C.) of Greenville
President of the AMA Auxiliary
1984-85
Heather Yeh Accepts
LEAP Award 2008
South Carolina’s Project Featured
January 2003
75th Celebration
Booklet
Out of the Darkness Walk
Completed

38. Follow Us:
https://www.scmedical.org/content/alliance
Charleston County MSA
http://ccmsalliance.org/
Greenville County MSA
http://www.gcmsa.org/
https://www.scmedical.org/content/alliance

39. South Dakota
The SDSMA Alliance (SDSMAA) is a grassroots
organization composed of member-physician
spouses. The mission of the organization is to
build healthy communities and support the
family of medicine through health promotion and
legislative efforts.

40. Oldest Continuous Medical Association
Alliance in the United States
Established in 1910
102 Year Celebration
June 1, 2012

41. National Recognition
By Senator
Tim Johnson
for 100 Years of
Service to the Citizens
of South Dakota

42. AMAA President
Patti Herlihy 2002-03

43. From the Past
SDSM Auxiliary President Jacquelyn & Dr. Richard Gunnarson on Legislation Day

44. Follow Us on Facebook and
http://www.sdsma.org/relatedorganizations/alliance
.cfm

45. Tennessee
MISSION
The mission of the Tennessee Medical Association Alliance is to partner with physicians to promote
the good health of Tennessee and support the family of medicine.
ABOUT US
The Tennessee Medical Association Alliance is a non-profit volunteer organization of physician
spouses and physicians dedicated to improving the health of Tennesseans and providing support to
our state's medical families through:
• Educational programs
• Community service
• Legislative activities
• Fundraising for medical education and research
Since 1928, the TMA Alliance has partnered with the Tennessee Medical Association to forge healthy
communities. The membership is comprised of spouses of physicians, medical residents and medical
students, as well as physicians. The TMA Alliance is a vital link in the network of 16 local Alliances
throughout Tennessee and the American Medical Association (AMA) Alliance. This federation
provides a unified voice on behalf of Tennessee's medical families to legislators and policy-makers. In
areas where no local Alliance exists, TMA Alliance offers Membership-at-Large to connect physician
spouses to the state and national organizations.

46. Tennessee Leadership
2011-12 2012-13

47. Doctors’ Day
Proclamation 2012
Governor Bill Haslam
Sue Vegors, TMAA Past President, Barbara Blanton,
TMAA President, Gov. Haslam, Beth Kasper, TMAA
President-elect, Debbie Hilgenhurst, VP Legislation,
Marcie Barr, Member, and Robin Hutchins, TMAA
Past President.

48. From the Past
June 14, 1960 WAAMAA President Mrs. Frank
Gastineau presents American Medical Education
foundation trophy to Mrs. Robert L. Akin, President of
the Woman’s Auxiliary to the Tennessee State Medical
Association.
Annual Convention 1975
Chattanooga Choo-Choo Hilton Inn

49. From the Past

50. From the Past

51. Follow Us on Facebook and
http://www.tmaalliance.org/

52. Texas
The TMA Alliance is a diverse
volunteer force of
approximately 5,500 members,
both male and female, and from
many cultural backgrounds,
working together to make a
difference in health care and
health issues for Texans.
Primary interests are in
community service and matters
involving legislation and
political action.

53. Legislative Advocacy

54. TEXPAC Volunteers

55. Health Promotions
Be Wise...Immunize!

56. Members Around the State

57. Activities
Bexar County Doctors’ Day Event
Fundraising
Book Fair
Medical Student Volunteers

58. From the Past
1987 Convention Guest Speaker
Oprah Winfrey

59. AMA Alliance Texas Presidents
Mary Ann Homer 2005-06
Susan Todd 2010-11, Pat Hyer 2012-13

60. Follow Us on Facebook

61. Follow Us
http://www.texmed.org/template.aspx?id=244

62. Utah
OUR MISSION
- To support medical families.
- To increase awareness of the physician's role in the
community.
- To promote a healthy lifestyle for all through
education and support of programs which improve
the health of our state.
- To fight against social behaviors which threaten our
health and safety.
- To support legislation leading to improved and
continued quality health care.
-To support the UMA, AMA, AMA Alliance and our
constituent alliances.
We pledge to honor those who have served before
us and to keep our organization strong.

63. Health Promotions

64. Legislation
The 2012 day at the Legislature February 23, 2012

65. UMAA Leadership
Sharon Donaldson & UMAA President
Teri Flanders
Maria Nelson, Lili Bitner, Marian Sellers
Joye Shiozawa
UMAA Convention, Zermatt Resort, September 16, 2011
Valerie Nye & Sariah Hillam Debbie Williams, Jolynn Bean

66. Follow Us:
http://umaaweb.org/

67. Virginia
MAKE IT A FAMILY AFFAIR
The Medical Society of Virginia Alliance is a committed group of volunteers who support physicians
and their families as well as promote the health of Virginia’s communities. Our membership is
composed of physicians’ spouses as well as physicians in every stage of their career from training to
retirement.
ABOUT US
• We are one of the largest alliances in the nation with 1,000+ members.
• Our mission is to help promote the health and well being of Virginia
• We are dedicated to advancing healthcare and to supporting medical families.
• Programs we support include service projects, health education and fundraisers.
• Ongoing projects include supporting free clinics, partnerships with schools on bullying
and internet safety; health care related scholarships; and SAVE programs (Stop America’s
Violence Everywhere_ addressing domestic violence.
• We provide medical family support through social activities.
• We support legislation that preserves access to care and patient safety.
• We inform policy makers about health issues and work together to improve the health
care system.
• We support the Medical Society of Virginia Foundation, the AMA Foundation and local
initiatives that touch Virginia’s communities.

68. Health Promotions
Danville-Pittsylvania Academy of Medicine
Alliance Health Fair for the Uninsured.
Over 700 patients served.
MSV Alliance Walk-Run
Supporting Unbridled
Change
A Therapeutic Riding
Program

69. MSVA Leadership

70. Fundraising
Back row left to right: Gene Marrano (emcee), Alex Berenson
(author), Dr. Bill Bass (author), David Baldacci (author)
Front row left to right: Katie McKernan (RAMA), Jennifer
Karlen (RAMA), and Cindy Simonds (RAMA)

71. Virginia’s AMAA
President
Nancy Kyler 2009-10
AMAAAn
AMAA
AMAAPresident Nancy Kyler installed by
Dr. Rebecca Patchin
AMA Speaker of the House
AMA Alliance President
Nancy Kyler 2009-10

72. Follow Us on Facebook and
http://alliance.msv.org/
Richmond Academy of Medicine Alliance http://www.ramaf.org/

73. Washington
AMAA President
Mary Ellen Vaughan 1980-81

74. West Virginia
WHO WE ARE
• The West Virginia State Medical Association
Alliance, Inc. is a non-profit organization .
• We are an organization comprised of Physician's
Spouses dedicated to the health of all West Virginians.
OUR PURPOSE IS
• To assist in those programs of the West Virginia State
Medical Association that improve the health and
quality of life for all people
• To encourage participation and assist with
educational and charitable endeavors which promote
health care: to represent the programs of the AMA
Alliance to the state of West Virginia
• To provide a network for county Alliances
throughout the state of West Virginia.

75. Wisconsin
WHO WE ARE
• The Wisconsin Medical Society
Alliance is a non-profit, volunteer
service organization comprised of
physicians' spouses.
• Founded in 1928, the Alliance
assists in Society programs that
improve the health and quality of life
for all people.
• Alliance members work to promote
health education, encourage
volunteerism in activities that meet
health needs, and support health-
related charitable endeavors .

76. Legislation
Sherry Clark, Congressman Paul Ryan & Pamela
Wascher in Washington DC 2011
National Advocacy Conference

77. Wisconsin Members
AMA Alliance Annual Session 2011 State Annual Meeting 2007

78. Fundraising
“Doctors In Recital”
Physicians Performing an Indian Folksong
Event Co-Chairs

79. Follow Us:
http://www.wisconsinmedicalsociety.org/alliance

80. Members At Large
Barbara Moody from
Arkansas

81. AMA Alliance…
Life-long Friends
From All Over the
United States of America

82. Leadership Development
Conference 2011

83. Leadership Development
Conference 2011

84. Leadership Development
Conference 2011

88. Western States Coalition Retreat
Sandi Frost’s AMAA Board
NAC National Advocacy
Conference 2010
Tennessee Meeting

89. North Central Regional Conference
Southern Regional Conference

90. AMAA Annual Session 2012

91. AMAA Annual Session 2012

92. AMAA Annual Session 2012

93. AMAA Annual Session 2012

94. Past AMAA Presidents
Nita Maddox, Patti Herlihy, Jean Hill, Dianne Fenyk, Gay Bowman, Mary
Ellen Vaughan, Ann Hansen, Jean Howard, Susan Todd, Susan Paddack,
Colleen Adam

95. Acknowledgements
Sincere thanks to Pat Hyer for asking me to run with this project and for
allowing me to design the content. Special thanks to the large numbers of you
who participated by supplying information to be included. It has been a great
experience exploring our rich history and being able to consolidate some of it
for you today as we celebrate 90 years of service to Americans and support for
our medical families.
Debbi Ricks, California
AMA Alliance Director , 2011-12
debbiricks@debbiricks.com
June 18, 2012
Special thanks goes to:
Marie Cruz, AMA Membership Staff, for helping to scan and email over 150
photos from the AMAA office including the framed photos of past presidents
hanging on the wall.
Sandi Anderson, my friend from California, for working with me in the AMAA
office in Chicago, scanning and reviewing the archives.
Tricia Hunstock, also a friend from California, for sharing from her AMAA
historical archives previously collected at the AMAA office.
Hazel Lewis, Former AMAA Executive Director, for meeting with me at the
AMAA office and for lending her historical perspective to the project.

96. Behind the Scenes
AMAA Office in Chicago
Sandi Anderson
Hazel Lewis
75th Anniversary China PlateDebbi Ricks