Happy Labor Day from the Southern Medical Association!

Southern Medical Association wishes you a Happy Independence Day.

"SMA has been one of the most meaningful parts of my medical school experience. From presenting at PIT as an MS2 to serving in a leadership role MS3/4, SMA has been instrumental in developing my research, presentation, and networking skills!" - Jordan Beam hubs.ly/Q04ngfKg0

Join SMA in Houston, Nov. 6–7, 2026! ✔ Live CME ✔ Expert faculty ✔ Strong member rates + join & attend options ✔ Texas Medical Center—the world's largest medical complex Register: hubs.ly/Q04jqVsn0 #SMA2026 #CME #SportsMedicine Photo Credit: Texas Medical Center

SMA is accepting nominations for the 2026 Moreton Original Research Award and Commemorative Lectureship. Visit hubs.ly/Q04g8zJV0 for more details and to submit your nomination. The submission deadline is June 30, 2026.

Join us in Houston for SMA’s 2026 Assembly! ✔️ Up to 15.5 CME hours ✔️ Strong member rates + join & attend options ✔️ High-impact education 📍 Houston 📅 Nov 6–7 Register: hubs.ly/Q04f1CnG0 Photo Credit: Texas Medical Center

What can Olympians teach physicians about performing under pressure? 🎧 New podcast with Lennie Waite, PhD + SMA President Dr. David Netscher 📍 Houston | Nov 6–7, 2026 🎓 Up to 15.5 CME 💲 Special rates 🔗 hubs.ly/Q04dsb_d0 #MedEd #CME #PhysicianWellbeing

SMA is accepting abstracts for the 4th Annual Virtual Abstract Competition! Med students, residents & fellows: Top 16 present at #SMA2026 in Houston + compete for awards. Deadline: June 12 🔗 hubs.ly/Q04czj6j0 #MedEd #Research

Join SMA for a complimentary webinar: Fundamentals of Cardiac Ultrasound with Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, founder of Hello Sono. 🫀 Focused cardiac US in practice 📅 April 28 | 11:30 am CDT / 12:30 pm EDT Register: hubs.ly/Q04bxDsj0 #MedEd #POCUS #SMA

Two keynote speakers. One powerful Assembly: Cady Coleman – lessons from spaceflight Joseph Maroon, MD – 50 years in sports medicine Nov 6–7 in Houston 🔗 hubs.ly/Q04bpX6M0 #SMA #MedEd #CME

Now accepting applications: SMA’s Fellowship Forward Mentorship Program! 🔹IMG residents + experienced mentors 🔹Apply as mentor or mentee 🔹Build confidence for fellowship match SMA membership required Apply: hubs.ly/Q049YKS90 #IMG #MedEd #Mentorship #SMA

SMA welcomes Tatiana Havryliuk, MD, for the FREE webinar "Fundamentals of Cardiac Ultrasound" Tue, April 28 | 11:30 AM CDT / 12:30 PM ET Learn key views, findings, & how to guide care. Register here: hubs.ly/Q049DCVk0 #POCUS #CardiacUltrasound #MedEd #SMA

Make your SMA experience unforgettable: ⚾ Members Reception at Daikin Park ✨ Annual Dinner & Member Recognition at Blossom Hotel Houston Ticketed; separate purchase required hubs.ly/Q049s5lP0 Photos: Rankin White, Houston Astros & Blossom Hotel Houston #SMA #Houston

Happy #DoctorsDay! Today we celebrate the physicians who care for patients, advance medicine, and strengthen communities every day. National Doctors’ Day traces its roots to members of SMA’s Barrow County, GA Alliance. Thank you, physicians, for all that you do

Strong value in Houston. ✦ $25 - resident/fellow members ✦ $50 - medical students ✦ $175 - physicians (members) ✦ $375 join + attend (1-yr membership) CME + networking. 🔗 hubs.ly/Q048CJRm0 #MedEd #CME #SMA Photo: Houston First Corporation (Lance Childers)

Today is Match Day and whether you matched or are still on your journey, SMA is here to support you every step of the way. We're committed to connecting you with opportunities, resources, and a community that will help you succeed. Whatever your next step is, we're with you!

SMA’s 118th Annual Scientific Assembly Houston | Nov 6–7, 2026 🔗 hubs.ly/Q047sQQ80 #SMA #MedicalEducation Photo: Houston First Corporation (Lance Childers)