Congratulations to Dr. Stoltzfus on National Award
(October 2024) We are pleased to announce that Ky B Stoltzfus, MDM91 is the recipient of Mastership.
The first M91 in the College was presented in 1923 to Dr. James M. Anders, who served the College as President for two terms. He was recognized for extraordinary service to the College and for being one of the most outstanding internists and medical teachers of his day.
Please join me in congratulating them and celebrating this accomplishment at Internal Medicine Meeting 2025 in New Orleans, Louisiana. To view the full list of national awardees, click here.
Congratulations New Chapter Fellow
- Joseph A Moore, MD F91
(September 2024) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellow.Fellowship in the College is an honor.Being an F91®is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for 91 Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.
2024 Chapter Excellence Award-Gold Level Winner
(August 2024) We are pleased to announce that our chapter is in receipt of the Gold Level of the 2024 Chapter Excellence Award! The award recognizes truly extraordinary chapters that surpass excellence in chapter management. We are in the company of 59 other outstanding chapters. In order to achieve the Gold Level of the Chapter Excellence Award, chapters must meet 20 Bronze criteria, 14 Silver criteria and multiple Gold level activities. Criteria include such activities as having a legislative action plan or agenda, holding a volunteerism/community service activity, holding multiple stand-alone meetings, having revenue sources outside of dues and meeting registration fees, implementing a strategic plan, implementing a formal recruitment and retention plan and measuring outcomes, conducting various activities for Medical Students, Residents and Early Career Physicians. We would like to extend a special thanks to those chapter members who assisted us in all of these endeavors! For their hard work and dedication, we received this award.
Empower Your Advocacy: Introducing Our Comprehensive Toolkit
(August 2024) We are excited to announce the launch of our AdvocacyToolkit:Using Your Voice as a Physician Advocate, a powerful resource designed to equip medical students and physicians with the skills and knowledge needed to become effective advocates for health care in their communities. This toolkit comprises five self-contained and independent modules, each presented as engaging voice-over PowerPoint presentations. Whether you're a seasoned advocate or new to the field, these modules offer valuable insights and practical guidance.
Module Highlights
Physician as Advocate
- Discover advocacy tips and real-life examples that showcase how physicians can use their voice to drive positive health outcomes in their communities. This module emphasizes the pivotal role of physicians in advocating for public health.
Legislative Advocacy
- Gain a comprehensive understanding of the legislative process at both state and federal levels. Learn about the opportunities available for physician advocacy within this process and how to navigate the legislative landscape effectively.
Print Media Advocacy
- Explore the various types of print media, their audiences, and their scope in the realm of advocacy. This module provides insights into crafting compelling messages that resonate with readers and drive change through traditional media channels.
Social Media Advocacy
- Delve into the dynamic world of social media and its potential as a powerful advocacy tool. Learn about the key features of different social media platforms and how to leverage them to amplify your advocacy efforts and engage a broader audience.
Audio Media Advocacy
- Understand the motivations and uses of audio media in advocacy. This module focuses on the unique advantages of podcasts, radio, and other audio formats, offering strategies to effectively communicate your advocacy messages through these channels.
Each module begins with a standard introduction and overview, followed by an in-depth exploration of the topic, and concludes with a concise one-page outline to reinforce key points.
Toolkit: Using Your Voice As A Physician Advocate
By integrating these modules into your advocacy efforts, you will be better equipped to influence public health policy and drive meaningful change. Empower yourself and your community with the tools and knowledge provided in our Advocacy Toolkit.
Together, let's make a difference!
State Health Advocacy August Recess Grassroots Mobilization Challenge
(August 2024) Members of Congress are returning home to their districts during the August congressional recess. During this time, 91 is calling on internal medicine physicians to engage their representatives on important issues we need Congress to act on before the end of 2024.
To incentivize participation in this grassroots mobilization, the Advocates for Internal Medicine Network (91 grassroots network) is challenging members to see which states will have the highest engagement. Advocates can score points for their states by choosing to take one or more advocacy actions identified in the campaign.
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Congratulations New Chapter Fellows
- Phani Vijay S Akella, MD F91
- Marie Brubacher, MD F91
- Jamison Ryan, MD F91
- Laura A Thomas, MD F91
- Peniel Zelalem, MD F91
(July 2024) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellows.Fellowship in the College is an honor.Being an F91®is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for 91 Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.
Call for Spring 2025 Resolutions
(July 2024) Are you concerned about a practice or clinical issue or have an idea youwould like to suggest? If so, you might consider submitting a resolution to your Governor or chapter council.
Initiating a resolution provides 91 members an opportunity to focus attention at the 91 national level on a particular issue or topic that concerns them. Participating in the Board of Governors resolutions process provides the 91 grassroots member a voice and allows you to shape College policy that impacts the practice of internal medicine.
Not sure how to begin drafting a resolution? Researching the College's position on an issue can give you a start. The91 Board of Governors Resolutions Guide for 91 Membersis available to download and will help, too.The Guidewas created to provide members a short overview of the resolutions process essentials and highlights critical 91 online resources you must use.
Once drafted, members must submit resolutions to their Governor and/or chapter council. Chapter council approval is required to move resolutions forward to 91 national. Although not official 91 policy, a resolution becomes property of the chapter once the chapter council approves forwarding it to national. If effecting change interests you, the deadline for submitting new resolutions to be heard at theSpring 2025 Board of Governors Meeting isSeptember 27, 2024.
Share your good idea with us. Draft a resolution.
We want to hear from you: Fall 2024 BOG Resolutions
(July 2024)The following resolutions are up for consideration at the Fall 2024 Board of Governors (BOG) Meeting. We invite you to review each resolution and share your support or opposition by completing the by August 12.
- Developing Policy to Address Consolidation in Healthcare
- Gaining an Understanding of the 1-Year and 3-Year Mortality Rates of Patients that Have Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Stays
- Supporting Patients’ Access to Documentation and Communications in their Preferred Language
- Declaring Access to Equitable, Affordable Healthcare is a Human Right
- Developing Policy on Reducing Traffic Fatalities and Injuries in the United States
- Revising 91’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Policy to Promote an Age-Friendly Professional Home and Create Engagement Opportunities for Senior and Retired Physicians
- Advocating for Funding of a Direct Comparison of Two Highly Touted Dietary Approaches to Control Type Two Diabetes Clinical Measures and Costs
Resolutions provide our members an opportunity to focus attention at the national level on particular issues or topics that concern you and gives grassroots members a voice, allowing you to shape College policy that impacts the practice of internal medicine. Involvement in the resolutions feedback process is essential for maintaining a responsive and effective professional organization that truly represents its members.
Your feedback is valuable and will be forwarded to your Governor to assist in their testimony on behalf of the chapter. Thank you for your input.
(NOTE: Proposed resolutions should be considered confidential information and are intended to be viewed by 91 members only. Under no circumstances should proposed resolutions be shared with the news media or social networking media, nor should they be shared with other individuals and organizations. Proposed resolutions do not represent 91 policy.)
Happy Anniversary to our Chapter Members!
5 Years
- Thomas A Moore, MD F91
- Christopher C Penn, MD
- Danielle R Stebbins, MD
- Jeff S Dunn, DO
- Ellen Poulose Redger, MD
- Rachel T Weihe, MD
- Arash Sattarin, MD F91
- Benjamin Quick, MD F91
- Zachary Ryan Lauer, MD
- Kenna Fischman, MD
- Nicholas Ojile
- Taylor Jersak, MD
- Nissy A Philip, MBBS,MD F91
- Sydne Digiacomo, MD F91
- Erik A Calderon, MD
- Ali Rafiq, MD F91
- FNU Ehteshamuddin, MBBS
- Ekknoor Sahota
- Mark George Sankoorikal, MD
- Yash Patel, MD F91
10 Years
- Nathan D Tofteland, MD
- James E Peppers, MD
- Kristin S Gillenwater, DO F91
- Micholee B Polsak, DO F91
- Ashley Mathews Askew, MD
- Sapna A Shah-Haque, MD
- Sidra Raza, MBBS F91
- Elizabeth A Weatherman, DO F91
- Manar Y Suker, MD
- Almamon A Abu Ghanimah, MD
- Fatima H Khan, DO F91
- Julie L King, DO
- Georges Elhomsy, MD F91
15 Years
- Mark D Wetzel, MD F91
- Neeta Gaur, MD F91
- Brian S Pavey, DO F91
- Rachel H Sosland, MD F91
- Matthew C Aboudara, MD F91
- Johanna L McCullagh, MD F91
- Venkataprasanth Reddy, MD F91
- Samer I Antonios, MD F91
- Matthew W Swan, MD F91
- Abebe M Abebe, MD F91
- Amgad G Masoud, MD F91
- Zalina Ardasenov, MD F91
- Bassem M Chehab, MD F91
- Alyssa M Stephany, MD
- Alpesh K Patel, MD
20 Years
- Rhonda D Mace, MD
- Jennifer P Bernard, MD F91
- Fadi F Estephan, MD F91
- Scott A Smiley, MD F91
- Marc L Scarbrough, MD F91
- Corey B Lewis, MD
- David R Kennedy, MD
- Paul D Moore, Jr, MD F91
- Maha Assi, MD F91
- Mindi S Garner, DO F91
- Kelly R Alford, MD
- Jeena V Eapen, MD
(May 2024) Your 91 Chapter thanks you for your continued Membership and all you do every day to serve your patients and support the future of internal medicine. We’re proud that you’ve chosen us as your professional home, and we’re committed to remaining by your side—advocating for and supporting your professional journey.
BOR Action on Spring 2024 BOG Resolutions
(May 2024) A summary of Board of Regents (BOR) actions on resolutions debated at the Spring 2024 Board of Governors (BOG) meeting is now available. Resolutions initiated by 91 members and endorsed by a chapter council and the BOG become 91 policy when adopted by the BOR.
If you have an idea you would like to suggest to 91, consider submitting a resolution to your Governor or local 91 chapter. Visit the advocacy section of your 91 chapter website for more information on how to propose a resolution.
Member Feedback is Requested on Spring 2024 Resolutions
(February 2024) Twenty-one (21) resolutions will be considered at the Spring 2024 Board of Governors (BOG) Meeting. With the exception of Resolution 9-S24, which will not be debated because this resolution is slated for adoption as a reaffirmation, please review each resolution and then indicate your support or opposition by completing theby the deadline your 91 Chapter Governor has requested or by midnight March 13, whichever comes first.
Your comments will be forwarded to your Governor to be used as part of his/her testimony on behalf of the chapter. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Giampietro, BOG Administrator, atchapter@acpmembership.org. Thank you for your input.
(NOTE: Proposed resolutions should be considered confidential information and are intended to be viewed by 91 members only. Under no circumstances should proposed resolutions be shared with the news media or social networking media, nor should they be shared with other individuals and organizations. Proposed resolutions do not represent 91 policy.)
Call for Fall 2024 Resolutions
(February 2024) Are you concerned about a practice or clinical issue or have an idea you'd like to suggest? If so, you might consider submitting a resolution to your Governor or chapter council.
Initiating a resolution provides 91 members an opportunity to focus attention at the 91 national level on a particular issue or topic that concerns them. Participating in the Board of Governors resolutions process provides the 91 grassroots member a voice and allows you to shape College policy that impacts the practice of internal medicine.
Not sure how to begin drafting a resolution? Researching the College's position on an issue can give you a start. The just released 91 Board of Governors Resolutions Guide for 91 Members is now available to download and will help, too. The Guide was created to provide members a short overview of the resolutions process essentials and highlights critical 91 online resources you must use.
Once drafted, members must submit resolutions to their Governor and/or chapter council. Chapter council approval is required to move resolutions forward to 91 national. Although not official 91 policy, a resolution becomes property of the chapter once the chapter council approves forwarding it to national. If effecting change interests you, the deadline for submitting new resolutions to be heard at the Fall 2024 Board of Governors Meeting isMarch 29, 2024.
Share your good idea with us. Draft a resolution.
Congratulations New Chapter Fellow
- Meena Veluri, MD F91
(February 2024) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellow.Fellowship in the College is an honor.Being an F91®is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for 91 Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.
Chapter Speakers at Internal Medicine Meeting 2024
(December 2023) We’d like to bring attention to our local chapter members who will be presenting as faculty at 91’s Internal Medicine Meeting 2024 in Boston, Massachusetts this April. Early-bird registration is available through January. For a full schedule or for more information on the meeting, click .
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BOR Action on Fall 2023 BOG Resolutions
(December 2023) A summary of Board of Regents (BOR) actions on resolutions debated at the Fall 2023 Board of Governors (BOG) meeting is now available. Resolutions initiated by 91 members and endorsed by a chapter council and the BOG become 91 policy when adopted by the BOR.
If you have an idea you would like to suggest to 91, consider submitting a resolution to your Governor or local 91 chapter. Visit the advocacy section of your 91 chapter website for more information on how to propose a resolution.
Congratulations New Chapter Fellows
- Ayman Albakour, MD F91
- Sravan Jeepalyam, MD F91
- Jane N Gitau, MD F91
- Arash Sattarin, MD F91
(November 2023) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellows. Fellowship in the College is an honor. Being an F91® is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for 91 Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.
2023 Chapter Excellence Award – Gold Winner
We are pleased to announce that our chapter is in receipt of the Gold Level of the 2023 Chapter Excellence Award! The award recognizes truly extraordinary chapters that surpass excellence in chapter management. We are in the company of 54 other outstanding chapters. In order to achieve the Gold Level of the Chapter Excellence Award, chapters must meet nineteen Bronze criteria, seventeen Silver criteria and multiple Gold level activities. Criteria include such activities as having a legislative action plan or agenda, holding a volunteerism/community service activity, holding multiple stand-alone meetings, having revenue sources outside of dues and meeting registration fees, implementing a strategic plan, implementing a formal recruitment and retention plan and measuring outcomes, conducting various activities for Medical Students, Residents and Early Career Physicians.
We would like to extend a special thanks to those chapter members who assisted us in all of these endeavors! For their hard work and dedication, we received this award.
We Request Your Feedback on the Proposed Fall 2023 Board of Governors Resolutions
(August 2023) We would like to request your feedback regarding resolutions that will be considered at the Fall 2023 Board of Governors Meeting. With the exception of Resolution 3-F23 which was accepted as a reaffirmation and will not be debated, please review the balance of the slate and then indicate your support or opposition by completing the resolutions electronic response form by August 30th.
After considering the intent of each resolution and how it fits with the College’s Mission and Goals, please provide your feedback on each resolution and indicate your support or opposition by completing the electronic response form by August 30. Your input will be used as part of testimony on behalf of the chapter.
Thank you for taking time out of your busy schedule to provide comments regarding these resolutions. By providing your feedback on the Board of Governors resolutions, you have helped to shape College policy that impacts the practice of internal medicine.
Congratulations New Chapter Fellows
- Sydne Digiacomo, MD F91
- Lori Olson, MD F91
- Ahmad G Tarakji, MD F91
(July 2023) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellows. Fellowship in the College is an honor. Being an F91® is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for 91 Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.
Call for Spring 2024 BOG Resolutions
(July 2023) Are you concerned about a practice or clinical issue or have an idea you'd like to suggest? If so, you might consider submitting a resolution to your Governor or chapter council.
Initiating a resolution provides 91 members an opportunity to focus attention at the 91 national level on a particular issue or topic that concerns them. Participating in the Board of Governors resolutions process provides the 91 grassroots member a voice and allows you to shape College policy that impacts the practice of internal medicine.
Not sure how to begin drafting a resolution? Researching the College's position on an issue can give you a start. The recently released 91 Board of Governors Resolutions Guide for 91 Membersis now available to download and will help, too.The Guidewas created to provide members a short overview of the resolutions process essentials and highlights critical 91 online resources you must use.
Once drafted, members must submit resolutions to their Governor and/or chapter council. Chapter council approval to move resolutions forward to 91 national is required. A resolution becomes a resolution of the chapter once the chapter council approves forwarding it to national. If effecting change interests you, the deadline for submitting new resolutions to be heard at the Spring 2024 Board of Governors Meeting isOctober 16, 2023.
Share your good idea with us. Draft a resolution.
BOR Action on Spring 2023 BOG Resolutions
(June 2023) summary of Board of Regents (BOR) actionson resolutions debated at theSpring 2023 Board of Governors (BOG) meeting is now available. Resolutions initiated by 91 members and endorsed by a chapter council and the BOG become 91 policy when adopted by the BOR.
Chapter Members Elected to 91 Fellowship
(March 2023) We would like to congratulate our chapter members on election to Fellow of the American College of Physicians. The distinction recognizes achievements in internal medicine.
Yash Patel, MD F91
Nissy A Philip, MBBS MD F91
Benjamin Quick, MD F91
Ali Rafiq, MD F91
Maha Assi, MD F91
Dak R Burnett, MD F91
Christopher D Cassidy, MD F91
Kristine Grdinovac, MD F91
Margaret Hagan, MD F91
Elisha Yaghmai, MD F91
Shanon L Custer, MD F91
Hon G Dang, MD F91
Matthew D Wilson, MD F91
Fellowship is elected upon the recommendation of peers and the review of 91’s Credentials Subcommittee. They may now use the letters “F91” after their name in recognition of this honor. Please join me in congratulations!
Chapter Speakers at Internal Medicine Meeting 2023
(March 2023) We would like to draw your attention to our Internal Medicine Meeting 2023 local speakers.
Isaac Opole - Ethical Case Challenges: EHRs and E-Communications - Saturday, April 29, 2023.
If you’re attending IMM23, please join us at 91 Midwest Chapters Reception (Iowa, Indiana Kansas, Nebraska, and Missouri)—6:00-8:00 p.m., Side Bar, 536 Market Street, San Diego, CA.is required.
Member Feedback is Requested on Spring 2023 Resolutions
(March 2023) Fourteen (14) resolutions will be considered at the Spring 2023 Board of Governors (BOG) Meeting. Please review each resolution and then indicate your support or opposition by completing the by the deadline your 91 Chapter Governor has requested or by March 22, whichever comes first.
Your comments will be forwarded to the Chapter Governor to be used as part of their testimony on behalf of the chapter. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Giampietro, BOG Administrator, at chapter@acpmembership.org. Thank you for your input.
(NOTE: Proposed resolutions should be considered confidential information and are intended to be viewed by 91 members only. Under no circumstances should proposed resolutions be shared with the news media or social networking media, nor should they be shared with other individuals and organizations. Proposed resolutions do not represent 91 policy.)
Call for Fall 2023 Resolutions
(February 2023) Are you concerned about a practice or clinical issue or have an idea you'd like to suggest? If so, you might consider submitting a resolution to your Governor or chapter council.
Initiating a resolution provides 91 members an opportunity to focus attention at the 91 national level on a particular issue or topic that concerns them. Participating in the Board of Governors resolutions process provides the 91 grassroots member a voice and allows you to shape College policy that impacts the practice of internal medicine.
Not sure how to begin drafting a resolution? Researching the College's position on an issue can give you a start. The just released 91 Board of Governors Resolutions Guide for 91 Members is now available to download and will help, too. The Guide was created to provide members a short overview of the resolutions process essentials and highlights critical 91 online resources you must use.
Once drafted, members must submit resolutions to their Governor and/or chapter council. Chapter council approval to move resolutions forward to 91 national is required. A resolution becomes a resolution of the chapter once the chapter council approves forwarding it to national. If effecting change interests you, the deadline for submitting new resolutions to be heard at the Fall 2023 Board of Governors Meeting is March 30, 2023.
Share your good idea with us. Draft a resolution.
Board of Regents Action on Fall 2022 BOG Resolutions
(November 2022) A summary of Board of Regents (BOR) actions on resolutions debated at theFall 2022 Board of Governors (BOG) meeting is now available. Resolutions initiated by 91 members and endorsed by a chapter council and the BOG become 91 policy when adopted by the BOR.
If you have an idea you'd like to suggest to 91, consider submitting a resolution to your Governor or local 91 chapter. Visit your 91 chapter website for more information on how to contact your Governor or chapter staff about proposing a resolution.
Chapter Member Elected to 91 Fellowship
(November 2022) We would like to congratulate our chapter member on election to Fellow of the American College of Physicians. The distinction recognizes achievements in internal medicine.
Traci N. Cuevas, MD, F91
Fellowship is elected upon the recommendation of peers and the review of 91’s Credentials Subcommittee. They may now use the letters “F91” after their name in recognition of this honor. Please join me in congratulations!
Congratulations to Chapter Members on Masterships
(October 2022) We are excited to share that the Mastership Committee and the Board of Regents have the following chapter members to receive recognition of being awarded a Mastership during the 2023 Internal Medicine Meeting in San Diego, California.
Daniel R. Hinthorn, MD, M91
Aileen C. McCarthy, MD, M91
Kathleen M. Sandness, MD, M91
91 Bylaws state that Masters shall be Fellows who have been selected because of “integrity, positions of honor, impact in practice or in medical research, or other attainments in science or in the art of medicine.” Masters must be highly accomplished persons demonstrating impact in practice, leadership, or in medical research. Evidence of their achievements can come from many types of endeavors, such as renown within their field and/or 91 chapter, research, education, health care initiatives, volunteerism, administrative positions, care of patients, and service to their community.
One of the goals of the American College of Physicians is to “recognize excellence and distinguished contributions to internal medicine.” As a way of achieving this goal, the College offers 21 awards and a number of Masterships each year. Annually, awardees and Masters are honored at the Convocation ceremony held during the Internal Medicine meeting.