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In this Issue:
- Notes from the Governor
- ACP IM Meeting in New Orleans
- Leadership Day
- Get Involved
- Tennessee Day of Service
- Chapter Award Nominations
- 2025 Tennessee Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting
Daniel S. Ely, MD, FACP, ACP Governor
Notes from the Governor
Hello Tennessee ACP Members,
I'm Dan Ely, and I'm honored and excited to serve as the new Governor of Tennessee ACP. Representing our chapter at the national level is a privilege, and I'm deeply committed to the mission of ACP and the positive impact it has on internal medicine physicians and the patients we serve. I am excited about the opportunities to collaborate, innovate, and make a meaningful difference in healthcare together, and TNACP is a vibrant mechanism for doing this!
I hope you share this passion and join us in supporting TNACP's efforts in the coming years.
Warmest regards,
Dan Ely, MD, FACP
Governor, American College of Physicians, Tennessee Chapter
ACP IM Meeting in New Orleans
In April, I had the pleasure of attending the ACP Internal Medicine Meeting in New Orleans, where I connected with many of you. During Convocation, I was proud to celebrate our FACPs, award recipients, and our newest Master, Dr. William C. Cushman, at the ceremony. If you haven't yet pursued Fellowship, I encourage you to consider applying. You can find more information about becoming an ACP Fellow and the Fellowship application here.
A number of TNACP members presented at the ACP national meeting, including Dr. Mukta Panda, who worked in IMG Mentorship as well as co-chaired the Global Forum. Our team from ETSU represented our state's training programs well in the Doctor's Dilemma, coming up just short in a tense and exciting heartbreaker!
The national meeting showcased the very best in internal medicine's scientific advancements. I hope you'll plan to join us for Internal Medicine Meeting 2026 in San Diego, California, April 16–18, 2026.
Leadership Day
In April, a delegation of students, residents, and internal medicine physicians from across the state met in Washington, DC for ACP's Leadership Day. Led by Dr. Michelle Allmon and Dr. Kevin Smith, co-chairs of our Health and Public Policy Committee, we met with Congressional staff and legislators to advocate for the needs of physicians and the patients we care for. Our efforts focused on three areas:
- The Medicare Patient Access and Practice Stabilization Act.
- Protecting Medicaid coverage for the nation's vulnerable and disabled.
- Asking Congress to protect and invest in public health initiatives, research, and the healthcare workforce.
For a more detailed overview of the Health & Public Policy Committee's activities, please take a moment to read the latest Committee Update.
Leadership day is an amazing way to learn about and be involved with the legislative process. If you are interested in participating in future advocacy efforts such as Leadership Day, please let me know. Enrolling in the Advocates for Internal Medicine network (AIMn) is a great way to start. Joining AIMn is easy and free, and a way for Tennessee ACP to strengthen its advocacy efforts. Members will receive legislative updates on key policy issues. If you have a special relationship with an elected official, please let us know. Personal relationships are among the most helpful ways to advance our interests. Please visit Advocates for Internal Medicine Network (AIMn) to learn more.
Get Involved
Are you an ECP (Early Career Physician)? We want you to be involved! Young physician leadership is the future of TNACP. Please let us know what you are interested in. Your voice and talents can make a difference in TNACP. Whether you serve on a committee or seek a leadership role on the Governor's Council, there's a place for you.
There are many ways to get involved — here are some of our current committee opportunities:
Membership; Health and Public Policy; Student, Resident, Fellow; Early Career Physician; Social Media Engagement (for those interested in and skilled at social media).
I'd love to hear from you if you're ready to join a TNACP committee! Send me an email at tennacp@gmail.com and let me know you're ready to get started.
Tennessee Day of Service
Volunteerism Committee chair Dr. Tracey Doering, along with her committee designated Saturday, May 3 as Tennessee Day of Service. TNACP volunteers from across the state were active in efforts to serve their communities. I hope you'll join us next year!
Chapter Award Nominations
Do you have an outstanding peer? Then nominate them for an award! The Awards Committee, chaired by Dr. Waldon Garriss, would love to recognize deserving TNACP members during our annual Chapter Meeting. Click here to view the full list of awards.
Are you ready to nominate a colleague? The Nomination Form is now open
2025 Tennessee Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting
Registration is now open for the 2025 Tennessee Chapter Annual Scientific Meeting, taking place October 17-18, 2025 in Franklin, Tennessee.
For more information, visit our chapter website.