Now Accepting: Nominations for NHMA's Annual Awards!

The NHMA Annual Awards serve as an opportunity to celebrate and honor individuals and NHMA chapters making a meaningful impact within NHMA and the communities it serves. Self-nominations are welcome and encouraged. Award recipients will be formally recognized during the NHMA Annual Conference & Gala. Nominees must be current NHMA members to qualify.

Be sure to submit all nominations by Wednesday, April 1.

40 Under 40 Awards: Recognizing 40 Outstanding Individuals at NHMA's Conference and Gala

The NHMA 40 Under 40 Award recognizes 40 outstanding physicians under the age of 40 who have demonstrated exceptional leadership, service, innovation and commitment to improving the health and well-being of underserved communities with a Hispanic population focus. Honorees exemplify excellence in clinical care, advocacy, education, research and community engagement while advancing health equity and culturally responsive care.

Be sure to submit all 40 Under 40 nominations by Friday, March 27.

Final Call! 2026 NHMA La Próxima Generación (The Next Generation) Scholarship Application



Only 2 days remain to apply for the 2026 NHMA La Próxima Generación Scholarship. Kickstart your journey as a health leader with an opportunity that supports U.S.-based medical, pre-med and public health students who are passionate about advancing Latino health equity. Applicants should submit a CV/resume, an unofficial transcript and a 3-page Project Proposal Outline that showcases their commitment to Latino communities and a clear plan for impact. Open to all students, regardless of background.

Submit your application before the portal closes on March 13.

NEW: Emerging Leaders in Dairy Nutrition Science Scholarship

The National Hispanic Medical Association and National Dairy Council (NDC) have partnered to create an exciting scholarship opportunity that supports students passionate about nutrition, dairy science and improving health outcomes in Latino communities.

NHMA + National Dairy Council are awarding 3 scholarships to attend the 2026 NHMA Annual Conference in Leesburg, VA, May 27–29. Connect with experts, gain mentorship and explore how nutrition and dairy can advance health equity in Latino communities!

NHMA's Statement Supporting Arizona House Bill 2435

The National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) strongly supports Arizona House Bill 2435, introduced by Representative Selina Bliss, which creates a supervised pathway for internationally trained physicians to practice in Arizona.

Read NHMA's full statement below.

NHMA's Statement Supporting Pennsylvania House Bill 2121



The National Hispanic Medical Association (NHMA) strongly supports Pennsylvania House Bill 2121, introduced by Representative Danilo Burgos, which would establish a supervised provisional licensure pathway for qualified international medical graduates (IMGs) in Pennsylvania.

Read NHMA's full statement below.

NHMA Expands: Washington, DC Chapter Launched

NHMA continues its mission to foster a connected network that promotes growth and leadership among Hispanic and Latino physicians by inaugurating its newest chapter, based directly in the nation's capital.

The Washington, DC chapter is co-led by Audrey Escobedo-Escotto, MD, MPH, and Fabian Sandoval, MD, who together bring decades of expertise in clinical research, health equity and medical innovation. Dr. Escobedo-Escotto’s leadership in diversifying clinical trials and community health initiatives pairs with Dr. Sandoval’s extensive background in biomedical research and ethical protocol oversight. Together, they are building a chapter centered on collaboration, professional growth and advancing equitable health care solutions in Washington, DC.

NHMA's newest chapter leaders visited the NHMA HQ in Washington, DC last week to officially launch the chapter. You can visit the chapter page below to learn more about Dr. Escobedo-Escotto and Dr. Sandoval and their visions for the DC Chapter.

NHMA and EHF Launch Groundbreaking, Community-Driven Program to Advance Health Equity

NHMA and Emerson Health Foundation (EHF) are launching Community-Driven Patient Registry: Expanding Access, Advancing Research, Improving Care, a program designed to expand access to health information, clinical research and preventive care for historically underrepresented communities.

Funded by Pfizer’s Communities Forward Health Equity Grant, this two-year initiative will introduce a bilingual, HIPAA-compliant patient registry and outreach platform through which individuals can voluntarily share health and demographic information and connect to health education, clinical trial information and community health opportunities.

The initiative aims to increase participation in clinical research, strengthen preventive care and help reduce long-standing health disparities affecting Hispanic/Latinx and other under-resourced communities.

Stay tuned to learn more.

Broad Support for AAP's Immunization Schedule

NHMA is proud to join over 230 organizations in issuing a statement supporting the American Academy of Pediatrics' latest immunization schedule.

Formally endorsed by 12 medical and health care organizations, the AAP schedule champions the best interests of children in the United States. For decades, AAP vaccine recommendations have served as a guide for pediatricians, clinicians and parents on the optimal timing for routine immunizations to protect children from preventable illnesses.

AAP and NHMA will continue to promote recommendations. for childhood immunizations that are based on the latest evidence for what is important to protect infants and children in the U.S.

To learn more, visit AAP's News Room release by clicking below.

Visit NHMA at the 2026 NaLa Conference!

NHMA is thrilled to attend the 2026 NaLa Conference in Dallas, Texas! Our team will be tabling at the event from April 21–23.

Stop by our booth to speak with the team about NHMA's HIV campaigns, our efforts across the country to help end HIV, pick up educational materials for providers and patients and learn more about NHMA and our virtual and in-person events, including the upcoming 2026 NHMA Annual Conference.

Webinar: RSV Prevention Strategies in Infants

NHMA is pleased to invite you to Sanofi’s third and final session in the RSV Prevention Strategies in Infants webinar series, “Let’s Recap the Past and Look Ahead to the Future of RSV Prevention,” on March 26, 2026, from 1–2 p.m. ET.

Join Sanofi as they recap key insights and explore future directions for advancing RSV prevention. Dr. Jamie Fergie, Director of Infectious Diseases at Driscoll Children’s Hospital and member of the NHMA National Immunization Advisory Committee, will present alongside Dr. Ruth Carrico, Senior Partner at Carrico & Ramirez LLC.

Don’t miss this valuable discussion for health care professionals and immunization leaders!

Watch NHMA's Part 1 and 2 CME HIV Webinars on YouTube Today!

Whether you tuned in live or couldn't join us for part 1 or 2 of our two-part CME HIV webinar series, you can now experience both webinars at your own pace by watching them on NHMA's YouTube channel. Slow them down, speed them up, skip to the parts you're most interested in, or simply listen along during your daily commute, while you cook or when you're at the gym.

Help Protect Our Communities — Become a Vaccine Champion

NHMA's Vaccine Champions program equips trusted messengers with culturally responsive, bilingual materials and expert insights to support vaccine confidence in Latino communities. Champions receive early access to new resources and invitations to learning opportunities such as NHMA Town Halls and policy discussions.

Sign up to join the network and stay informed while making a difference in your community.

NHMA's 2026 Hispanic Leadership Development Fellowship Fellows

NHMA is proud to present the Class of 2026 HLDF Fellows!

Selected for their dedication to health equity and service to Hispanic communities, these emerging leaders bring diverse personal, academic and professional backgrounds, as well as a shared passion for public health leadership. Each fellow embodies the future of health equity in federal and local health organizations.

Funded by the HHS Office of Minority Health, the HLDF Program is a paid, nine-month fellowship that prepares graduate students and recent graduates for careers in public health through hands-on, in-person experience in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.

Advertise With NHMA!

Reach a trusted network and connect with Latino physicians, health care professionals, medical organizations and community leaders nationwide.

Our high-visibility placements place your message in engaging communications channels where your audience is paying attention.

Make an impact by aligning your message to an organization committed to advancing the health of all communities.

From website banners to newsletter placements and opportunities in our digital journal, we have multiple platforms that can best meet your goals. Ask about bundle opportunities for exclusive discounts.

Visit bit.ly/NHMAAdOpportunities to learn more.

New Journal of the National Hispanic Medical Association Issue Is Out Now: Read, Review, Write and Contribute

Volume 3, Issue 2 of the JNHMA is out now. You can read the editorial and journal articles below.

Enjoying the latest issue of the JNHMA, or have you enjoyed reading previous issues? Then you might enjoy writing or becoming a reviewer for the Journal. For more information on how to become a reviewer or on how to submit a research article, commentary, case study or editorial, please reach out to Felipe Rivadeneira at frivadeneira@nhmamd.org.

HIV: Stopping a Dangerous but Preventable Disease

HIV is still a massive issue in Hispanic/Latino and minority communities. In 2023, the rate of new HIV diagnoses compared to non-Hispanic white individuals was 8.4X higher in people who identified as Black, and 5.2X higher in people who identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Visit NHMA's and CDC's Let's Stop HIV Together Campaign website to learn more about NHMA's impact on HIV in our communities, view and download culturally competent resources and stay up to date on all upcoming in-person and virtual events.

Recognizing RSV

Have you reacquainted yourself with RSV? Check out recently updated RSV materials, created by NHMA with guidance and input from NHMA's National Immunization Advisory Committee (NIAC).

• Vaccines During Pregnancy (EN)
• Vaccines During Pregnancy (ES)
• Vaccine Schedules by Age



You can also check out our recent Salud + Policy Town Hall vaccination webinar, "Vaccinations Across the Lifespan," on our YouTube by clicking below.

Seizure First Aid Training Certification: Live Webinar Instruction Delivered in Spanish

Join a 90-minute live webinar offered by the Epilepsy Foundation — the only certification program dedicated to recognizing and responding to seizures. Delivered in Spanish, this training will teach participants how to identify different types of seizures, provide proper seizure first aid and know when to call for help.

Designed for adults 18 and older (teens may also become certified upon passing the post-test), participants who pass the course will receive a Seizure First Aid Certification valid for two years.

Sign up below to become certified and help create safer, more informed communities.

AMA-SHLI Medical Justice in Advocacy Fellowship Application Is Now Open!

Applications are now open for the Medical Justice in Advocacy Fellowship, a collaborative program developed by the American Medical Association in partnership with the Satcher Health Leadership Institute at Morehouse School of Medicine.

This fellowship empowers physicians to strengthen their advocacy skills and lead policy efforts that advance optimal health for all communities.

Applications are open through Monday, March 16. The fellowship runs from September 2026 through November 2027.

Check out the link below to learn more.

Vanderbilt Children's Hospital E3 (Explore, Engage and Excel) Visiting Scholars Program at Vanderbilt

Are you a fourth-year medical student interested in an exciting 4-week Pediatric Acting Internship (AI) or Advanced Clinical Elective (ACE)?

If so, then check out the link below for more information and application details. The application deadline is April 7, 2026, at 5 p.m. CT.

Winn Career Development Award (Winn CDA)

Applications for the Winn Career Development Award (Winn CDA) are now open! To apply, log in here. The submission deadline is May 4, 2026.

To learn more, we invite you to explore the following resources:

• Winn CDA Info Sheet
• Winn CDA Application Handbook
• Winn CDA FAQ Sheet

Current Winn CDA clinical research areas include: cancer, cardiovascular and cardiometabolic disease and neuropsychiatry. As a reminder, the Winn Career Development Award provides $120,000 annually for two years, intended to cover a portion of the scholar’s salary (approximately 40% of their time), giving scholars the protected space needed to fully engage in the program’s intensive training and research activities. This award is made possible through the generous and sustained support of funding partners: the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, Gilead Sciences, Amgen and Genentech.

If you have any questions, please contact: winncda@vcu.edu.

Bilingual Medical Spanish/Medical English Elective & Scholarship (NYC, 2026)

Fourth-year medical students who have passed Step 1 at LCME- or COCA-accredited medical schools with advanced or native Spanish proficiency are invited to apply for bilingual, bicultural electives in NYC. Electives include Neurosurgery, Orthopedics, Pediatric EM, Pathology and Psychiatry, with a focus on caring for Spanish-speaking patients.

Students will provide care in Medical Spanish and English (>25% of encounters in Spanish) and participate in reflection on health disparities at Elmhurst Hospital or partner sites. Limited scholarships are available for elective costs, travel and housing (up to $1,500).

NHMA’s Job Board connects Latino physicians, health care professionals and students with career opportunities nationwide. Browse listings to take the next step in your career, or post your own openings to reach our members and network.