“Xavier Becerra has demonstrated a deep and sustained commitment to improving access to care, protecting patients and supporting physicians throughout his career in public service,” said CMA President Dr. René Bravo. cmadocs.org/newsroom/news/vi…

More than a year ago, cardiologist Dr. Sion Roy's life was forever changed by the Los Angeles fires. Despite losing his house, he's stayed committed to his patients and his community. Watch his story below!

DYK? Friday, Jan. 23, is Healthcare Continuing Education Professionals Day! Join us as we celebrate the programs that strengthen provider confidence and improve patient outcomes. Together, we’re shaping a healthier future! #CEProfessionalsDay #CMACME

CMA President Dr. René Bravo says, “The decision to weaken the childhood immunization schedule is misguided and dangerous. As a pediatrician, I have seen firsthand how routine vaccinations save lives, prevent suffering, and protect entire communities."

For one couple, the loss of ACA health subsidies next year means choosing a lower-quality insurance plan with a higher deductible. For a family, it means going without insurance altogether. For a single mom, the spiking costs mean fewer gifts. apnews.com/article/congress-…

#CMADocs support @AGRobBonta in efforts to preserve crucial health care training and workforce programs. Federal H-1B visa changes would deepen our physician shortage and make specialty care even harder to access. latimes.com/california/story…

Retaining talent in a rural region can be hard. Legal H-1B workers fill crucial gaps in rural and underserved regions, according to medical associations & research. Last year, the percentage of H-1B-sponsored drs in rural counties was 2x as in urban ones. washingtonpost.com/health/20…

More and more people are discovering that their deductibles are rising significantly, worsening fears that they will no longer be able to pay for medical care. That’s on top of higher premiums; they could more than double. nytimes.com/2025/12/08/healt…

On National Latino Physician Day, CMA is proud to celebrate Latino physicians like Dr. Ilan Shapiro Strygler (@dr_shaps), who carries his culture on his shoulders, but also in his heart. He has dedicated his career to giving back the same opportunities he had, by working with migrant communities to address personal and community health. He knows first-hand how language and culture directly affect wellness and health, and strives to bring the possibility of good health to every patient in his community.