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Iowa Medical Society Receives National Advocacy Award for Operation I.O.W.A. Physician workforce initiative recognized among the nation’s top medical society programs DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa Medical Society (IMS) received the 2026 Profiles of Excellence Awards honor in the Advocacy category from the American Association of Medical Society Executives (AAMSE) for Operation I.O.W.A. (Innovative Opportunities for Workforce Advancement), a statewide initiative focused on strengthening Iowa’s physician workforce and improving access to care. The award was presented during AAMSE’s annual conference in Louisville, Kentucky on July 17. “I am proud of our IMS staff and physician leaders. We are grateful for this national recognition of our collaborative efforts,” said IMS President Lillian Erdahl, MD. “While we have made meaningful progress, we know our work is not finished. I hope this award inspires physicians, health care leaders, policymakers, and partners across Iowa to keep working together to strengthen our physician workforce and improve access to care for our patients.” Each year, AAMSE’s nationally recognized Profiles of Excellence Awards honor outstanding programs developed by medical societies across the country that advance organized medicine and improve the lives of physicians and the patients they serve. Award recipients are selected by a panel of peer judges from AAMSE member organizations. This year, just eight organizations were recognized across six award categories, with IMS receiving one of only two Advocacy Awards. More information about the awards is available on the AAMSE Profiles of Excellence Awards. About Operation I.O.W.A. Launched in December 2024, Operation I.O.W.A.…
Iowa Medical Society Receives National Advocacy Award for Operation I.O.W.A.
Iowa Medical Society Receives National Advocacy Award for Operation I.O.W.A. Physician workforce initiative recognized among the nation’s top medical society programs DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa Medical Society (IMS) received the 2026 Profiles of Excellence Awards honor in the Advocacy category from the American Association of Medical Society Executives…
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Read MoreIowa Medical Society Launches Statewide Iowa Health Care Job Board to Support Workforce Recruitment Efforts
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Read MoreIowa Medical Society Applauds Governor Reynolds’ Signature on Landmark Insurance Reform Legislation
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Read More2026–2027 IMS Board of Directors Announced
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Read MoreIowa Medical Society Applauds Passage of Physician Licensure Reform Bill
Iowa Medical Society Applauds Passage of Physician Licensure Reform Bill DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa Medical Society (IMS) today announced that its priority physician licensure reform bill has passed the Iowa Legislature and now awaits the governor’s signature, marking a significant step forward in reducing administrative burdens on physicians and strengthening…
Read MoreIowa Medical Society Foundation Announces 2026 Global Health Scholars
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Iowa Medical Society Foundation Announces 2026 Global Health Scholars Nineteen medical students in Iowa selected to strengthen physician pipeline DES MOINES, Iowa – April 2, 2026 – The Iowa Medical Society Foundation (IMSF) has selected 19 outstanding medical students as recipients of the 2026 IMSF Global Health…
Read MoreIowa Medical Society Announces Two Leadership Additions
Iowa Medical Society Announces Two Leadership Additions DES MOINES, Iowa – The Iowa Medical Society (IMS) is pleased to announce two leadership additions to kick off 2026, strengthening the organization’s communications, policy, and advocacy efforts on behalf of Iowa physicians and the patients they serve. Josie Sylte has been named…
Read MoreTwo physicians elected to serve as Iowa delegates to the
Two physicians elected to serve as Iowa delegates to the American Medical Association for 2026 term DES MOINES, IA – Two physician members from the Iowa Medical Society (IMS) were recently elected to serve as delegates to the American Medical Association (AMA). They are: Tyler Olson, MD – The Iowa…
Read MoreFour physicians join the Iowa Medical Society Foundation Board of Directors
Four physicians join the Iowa Medical Society Foundation Board of Directors DES MOINES, IA – Four physicians from around the state have joined the Iowa Medical Society Foundation (IMSF) Board of Directors. They are: Mikayla Brockmeyer, DO – UnityPoint Health Resident, Des Moines Kim Kenne, MD – University of Iowa…
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