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Five Iowa Physicians to Watch Award to recognize outstanding service to community and commitment to patient care DES MOINES – The Iowa Medical Society (IMS) is pleased to announce the newly created “Five Iowa Physicians to Watch” award for 2025 in honor of its upcoming 175th Anniversary as an organization. Award recipients will be recognized Friday, May 2 at Hancher Auditorium as part of IMS’s 175th Anniversary Celebration and President’s Dinner. “We are thrilled to be able to focus the spotlight on the outstanding work of five Iowa physicians,” said Christina Taylor, MD, president, IMS. “These are the true leaders who are highly accomplished in their practice or community, the up and comers, the physicians doing impressive work that will serve patients for years to come. They can be rising new physicians or those with years of experience, we want to recognize their extraordinary contributions to healthcare.” The following criteria must be met for the Five Physicians to Watch nominations: Must be a practicing physician in the state of Iowa with a valid Iowa Medical License. All nominees must be practicing/teaching physicians who have been in practice or teaching for at least two years. And one of the following: Leadership The individual is recognized for leadership qualities, often taking a leading role in their company, organization, or field. This can also include managing teams, leading initiatives, or influencing industry trends. Impact and Influence The nominee has made a measurable or visible impact in medicine or the medical community. This…
Iowa 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…
Read MoreHealthcare Workforce Summit Report Identifies Three Themes for Helping Solve Iowa’s Healthcare Labor Shortage Crisis
Healthcare Workforce Summit Report Identifies Three Themes for Helping Solve Iowa’s Healthcare Labor Shortage Crisis DES MOINES – The Iowa Medical Society released the Healthcare Workforce report which captures three overarching themes to solving the labor shortage in Iowa. Participants from the May 14 Healthcare Workforce Summit meeting earlier this…
Read MoreLandmark Physician Workforce Bill Sent to Governor Reynolds
Landmark Physician Workforce Bill Sent to Governor Reynolds DES MOINES, IA – Yesterday, the Iowa Legislature passed Governor Kim Reynolds’ landmark proposal to bolster the physician workforce in Iowa. House File 972 makes record-level investments in the physician workforce by increasing general medical education (GME) residency slots, strengthening maternal health…
Read MoreIowa Medical Society and partners to host statewide Healthcare Workforce Summit on May 14
Iowa Medical Society and partners to host statewide Healthcare Workforce Summit on May 14 DES MOINES – The Iowa Medical Society (IMS), in partnership with several leading healthcare organizations, will host a Healthcare Workforce Summit at the Iowa Hospital Association in Des Moines on Wednesday, May 14. This one-day event…
Read MoreIMS Operation I.O.W.A. Report
IMS Operation I.O.W.A. Report In response to growing concerns from Iowa Medical Society members and policymakers of our state’s physician workforce shortage, IMS launched Operation I.O.W.A. (Innovative Opportunities for Workforce Action) – this one-day summit convened nearly 60 physicians, healthcare executives, policy experts and community leaders from across the state…
Read MoreFive Iowa Physicians to Watch Award to recognize outstanding service to community and commitment to patient care
Five Iowa Physicians to Watch Award to recognize outstanding service to community and commitment to patient care DES MOINES – The Iowa Medical Society (IMS) is pleased to announce the newly created “Five Iowa Physicians to Watch” award for 2025 in honor of its upcoming 175th Anniversary as an…
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