Kansas Chapter News

2025 Chapter Excellence Award-Gold Level Winner

(September 2025) We are pleased to announce that our chapter is in receipt of the Gold Level of the 2025 Chapter Excellence Award! The award recognizes truly extraordinary chapters that surpass excellence in chapter management. We are in the company of 68 other outstanding chapters. In order to achieve the Gold Level of the Chapter Excellence Award, chapters must meet 22 Bronze criteria, 12 Silver criteria and 25 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.

Congratulations New Chapter Fellows

Reem Douidar, MD FACP
Shourya Tadisina, MD FACP

(July 2025) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellows. Fellowship in the College is an honor. Being an FACP® is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for ACP Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.

Congratulations New Chapter Fellows

Margaret Bozarth, MD FACP
Ushasri Challa, MD FACP
Peter Giangreco, DO FACP
Muhammad Hamza, MBBS FACP
Nikki C Miller, MD FACP
Trung Pham, MD FACP
Rebecca Sabates, MD FACP

(April 2025) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellows. Fellowship in the College is an honor. Being an FACP® is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for ACP Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.

Congratulations to Dr. Stoltzfus on National Award

(October 2024) We are pleased to announce that Ky B Stoltzfus, MD MACP, past Kansas Chapter Governor, is the recipient of Mastership.

The first MACP 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 FACP

(September 2024) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellow. Fellowship in the College is an honor. Being an FACP® is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for ACP 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 Advocacy Toolkit: 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!

Congratulations New Chapter Fellows

Phani Vijay S Akella, MD FACP
Marie Brubacher, MD FACP
Jamison Ryan, MD FACP
Laura A Thomas, MD FACP
Peniel Zelalem, MD FACP

(July 2024) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellows. Fellowship in the College is an honor. Being an FACP® is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for ACP Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.

Happy Anniversary to our Chapter Members!

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5 Years

Thomas A Moore, MD FACP
Christopher C Penn, MD
Danielle R Stebbins, MD
Jeff S Dunn, DO
Ellen Poulose Redger, MD
Rachel T Weihe, MD
Arash Sattarin, MD FACP
Benjamin Quick, MD FACP
Zachary Ryan Lauer, MD
Kenna Fischman, MD
Nicholas Ojile
Taylor Jersak, MD
Nissy A Philip, MBBS,MD FACP
Sydne Digiacomo, MD FACP
Erik A Calderon, MD
Ali Rafiq, MD FACP
FNU Ehteshamuddin, MBBS
Ekknoor Sahota
Mark George Sankoorikal, MD
Yash Patel, MD FACP

10 Years

Nathan D Tofteland, MD
James E Peppers, MD
Kristin S Gillenwater, DO FACP
Micholee B Polsak, DO FACP
Ashley Mathews Askew, MD
Sapna A Shah-Haque, MD
Sidra Raza, MBBS FACP
Elizabeth A Weatherman, DO FACP
Manar Y Suker, MD
Almamon A Abu Ghanimah, MD
Fatima H Khan, DO FACP
Julie L King, DO
Georges Elhomsy, MD FACP

15 Years

Mark D Wetzel, MD FACP
Neeta Gaur, MD FACP
Brian S Pavey, DO FACP
Rachel H Sosland, MD FACP
Matthew C Aboudara, MD FACP
Johanna L McCullagh, MD FACP
Venkataprasanth Reddy, MD FACP
Samer I Antonios, MD FACP
Matthew W Swan, MD FACP
Abebe M Abebe, MD FACP
Amgad G Masoud, MD FACP
Zalina Ardasenov, MD FACP
Bassem M Chehab, MD FACP
Alyssa M Stephany, MD
Alpesh K Patel, MD

20 Years

Rhonda D Mace, MD
Jennifer P Bernard, MD FACP
Fadi F Estephan, MD FACP
Scott A Smiley, MD FACP
Marc L Scarbrough, MD FACP
Corey B Lewis, MD
David R Kennedy, MD
Paul D Moore, Jr, MD FACP
Maha Assi, MD FACP
Mindi S Garner, DO FACP
Kelly R Alford, MD
Jeena V Eapen, MD

(May 2024) Your ACP 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 ACP members and endorsed by a chapter council and the BOG become ACP policy when adopted by the BOR.

If you have an idea you would like to suggest to ACP, consider submitting a resolution to your Governor or local ACP chapter. Visit the advocacy section of your ACP chapter website for more information on how to propose a resolution.

Congratulations New Chapter Fellow

Meena Veluri, MD FACP

(February 2024) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellow. Fellowship in the College is an honor. Being an FACP® is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for ACP Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.

Congratulations New Chapter Fellows

Ayman Albakour, MD FACP
Sravan Jeepalyam, MD FACP
Jane N Gitau, MD FACP
Arash Sattarin, MD FACP

(November 2023) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellows. Fellowship in the College is an honor. Being an FACP^® is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for ACP 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.

Sydne Digiacomo, MD FACP
Lori Olson, MD FACP
Ahmad G Tarakji, MD FACP

(July 2023) Congratulations to the Chapter's new Fellows. Fellowship in the College is an honor. Being an FACP^® is a distinction earned from colleagues who recognize your accomplishments and achievements over and above the practice of medicine. The most important considerations for ACP Fellowship are excellence and contributions made to both medicine and to the broader community in which the internal medicine physician lives and practices.

Chapter Members Elected to ACP 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 FACP

Nissy A Philip, MBBS MD FACP

Benjamin Quick, MD FACP

Ali Rafiq, MD FACP

Maha Assi, MD FACP

Dak R Burnett, MD FACP

Christopher D Cassidy, MD FACP

Kristine Grdinovac, MD FACP

Margaret Hagan, MD FACP

Elisha Yaghmai, MD FACP

Shanon L Custer, MD FACP

Hon G Dang, MD FACP

Matthew D Wilson, MD FACP

Fellowship is elected upon the recommendation of peers and the review of ACP’s Credentials Subcommittee. They may now use the letters “FACP” after their name in recognition of this honor. Please join me in congratulations!