Commissions & Committees
As a Nevada State Medical Association Member, here are some key ways you can get more involved. Review the list of commissions below to find one (or more) that suits your interest.
Public Health Commission
Chaired by
John Anderson, MD
The Public Health Commission (PHC) leads the public health agenda for the Nevada State Medical Association to achieve the greatest positive impact on the health and well-being of the public and to reflect the resources, mission and strategic direction of the Association. The PHC meets every 1st Thursday of the month, alt. with MPC
Medical Practice Commission
Chaired by
Deborah Kuhls, MD
Tim O’Mara, MD
The Medical Practice Commission (MPC) reviews, evaluates, and oversees NSMA positions on practice related developments and regulatory issues. This includes compliance, malpractice, quality payment programs, administrative burdens, narrow networks, electronic health records, maintenance of certification, care affordability, controlled substance prescribing, worker’s compensation, Medicare, and Medicaid. This Commission also hosts two sub-committees, Antibiotic Stewardship Committee and Regulatory Reduction Committee. The MPC meets every 1st Thursday of the month, alt. with PHC
Government Affairs Commission
Chaired by
Jessica Casey, MD
Samantha Schneider, MD
The Government Affairs Commission (GAC) assesses proposed and prospective policy at the state and federal levels. GAC engages with the Executive Director, Council, and various commissions to promote health reforms within governing bodies. This commission also hosts a sub-committee on Opioids. The GAC meets every 4th Monday of the month, every Monday once session begins Feb. 6th in sync with NV MEDPAC Meeting Schedule.
Long Term Planning & Membership Commission
Chaired by
Jeffrey Roth, MD
Andy Pasternak, MD
The Long Term Planning Commission and Membership (LTP) creates long and short-term goals on attracting and retaining membership. The LTP interfaces with stakeholders and the community to best identify avenues to support the NSMA membership. The LTP meets every 2nd Thursday of the month, alt. with DEI.
Diversity & Equity Commission
Chaired by
Luis Medina-Garcia, MD
The goals of the Diversity and Equity Commission are to identify how we can improve equity and diversity issues within NSMA and how we as physicians can address health care inequities in the great state of Nevada. The Diversity & Equity Commission meets every 2nd Thursday of the month, alt. with LTP&M.
Finance Commission
Chaired by
Dr. George Alexander
Dr. Daniel Spogen
The Finance Commission regularly reviews the financial reports and investment portfolios and provides financial recommendations to the NSMA Council for approval
Commissions Schedule
(2023-2024)
Click on the commission below to see the schedule
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October 5 6:00 PM |
December 7 6:00 PM |
February 1 6:00 PM |
April 4 6:00 PM |
June 6 6:00 PM |
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November 2 6:00 PM |
January 4 6:00 PM |
March 7 6:00 PM |
May 2 6:00 PM |
July 18 6:00 PM |
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October 23 6:00 PM |
January 22 6:00 PM |
February 26 6:00 PM |
March 25 6:00 PM |
April 22 6:00 PM |
May 27 6:00 PM |
June 24 6:00 PM |
July 22 6:00 PM |
| October | December | February | April | June |
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October 12 6:00 PM |
December 14 6:00 PM |
February 8 6:00 PM |
April 11 6:00 PM |
June 13 6:00 PM |
| November | January | March | May | July |
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November 9 6:00 PM |
January 11 6:00 PM |
March 14 6:00 PM |
May 9 6:00 PM |
July 11 6:00 PM |
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