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Posted By Columbus Medical Association - CMA,
Saturday, March 21, 2026
Updated: Friday, March 20, 2026
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More than two dozen students are on their way to a future in medicine. The group of 7th grade students received their white coats at a special ceremony at Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Stecker Auditorium on Thursday, March 19, as part of the Made for Medicine program, an affiliate of the Columbus Medical Association.
Made for Medicine, which celebrates its five-year anniversary this year, focuses on increasing the number of doctors and advancing health equity by preparing youth to enter the medical field. The 26 students honored on March 19 have now successfully completed Phase 1 of the program, which includes teaching, hands-on learning, guest speakers, and simulations.
Students were joined by their families and guests, along with Made for Medicine board members and faculty members, to receive their white coats. Just like a medical student graduating medical school, the ceremony doesn’t just represent the completion of one journey; it marks the beginning of the next.
“This is about health equity,” said Made for Medicine founder and board chair Dr. Laura Espy-Bell. “Because every child, regardless of their zip code, their income, or the color of their skin deserves doctors who see them value them and truly believe in their potential.”
Congratulations to Phase 1 graduates and future physicians:
- Chizara Akusoba
- Daenerys Alabi
- Aatif Arif
- Tselot Assefa
- Mya Brim
- Bryce Carpenter
- Kason Cumberlander
- Adrian Frederick II
- Serenity Hardy
- Ainsley James
- Jordan Jennings
- Salaia Jones-Munns
- Ariann Lightfoot-Lynch
- Pierce Marshall
- Dre'Onna Moore
- Michelle Narh
- Dhinan Rajan
- Willow Rogers
- Anisa Salah
- Bethel Solomon
- Jayla Thomas
- Naomi Washington
- Amiyah Williams
- Jeremiah Wilmer
- Tyra Woody
- Bryce Wright
Watch this video to learn more about these future doctors and this incredible program. The students will continue to Phase 2-Deeper Dive in the fall, with labs, hospital field trips, and leadership development.
Made for Medicine leaders also honored seven medical student volunteers who are graduating from medical school and continuing on to the next step in their careers.
- Tyler Bonner
- Camari Mike
- Greg Norwood
- Maliek Scott
- Prosper Ssekayombya
- Abahamdah Wako
- Dean Ware
Made for Medicine is a program sponsored by the Franklin County Board of Commissioners and the Columbus Medical Association Foundation.
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Posted By Columbus Medical Association - CMA,
Friday, March 20, 2026
Updated: Thursday, March 5, 2026
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The Columbus Medical Association Foundation is excited to welcome Miriam El-Rif, MD, to its Board of Trustees. Dr. El-Rif is an internal medicine physician at COPC Internal Medicine Group, a CMA Member, and a 2025 graduate of the Physicians Leadership Academy.
“We are pleased to welcome Dr. El-Rif to the board,” said Paula Cosby, CMA Foundation Director. “She brings valuable clinical experience, and her perspective as a thoughtful physician leader will be a strong asset as we advance our work to improve the health and well-being of Central Ohioans.”
The CMA Foundation’s Board of Trustees oversees the management and growth of its resources, including work to build relationships in the community and fund initiatives making the greatest positive impact.
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Posted By Columbus Medical Association - CMA,
Friday, March 20, 2026
Updated: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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The Columbus Medical Association (CMA) Foundation is pleased to invite central Ohio physicians to its first informational speaker session focused on planned giving and charitable strategies for physicians.
Many physicians reach a point in their careers where their balance sheet includes assets beyond their current lifestyle needs. On Tuesday, April 8 at 6:00 pm, CMA Foundation partner and presenter, WesBanco Wealth Management, will discuss how thoughtful planning will allow physicians to support meaningful causes while also strengthening long-term financial and estate planning goals. Topics will include:
- Charitable Remainder Trusts
- Qualified Charitable Distributions from IRAs
- Charitable Lead Trusts
This session is offered at no cost to central Ohio physicians and partners. Refreshments will be provided.
Click here to register.
This is the first in a series of sessions hosted by the CMA Foundation to provide practical planned giving and charitable strategies for physicians. Additional session dates will be announced soon.
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Posted By Columbus Medical Association - CMA,
Friday, March 20, 2026
Updated: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
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The Columbus Medical Association is proud to partner with organizations that align with our vision to support our physician members and the community. This month, we’re highlighting our Bronze Sponsor, CARR, the nation’s leading provider of commercial real estate services for healthcare tenants and buyers.
With a no-conflict approach, CARR handles every aspect of the healthcare real estate process, ensuring your financial and practice goals are always first and protected. The team of experts at CARR Healthcare Realty® assist with all types of healthcare real estate transactions for tenants and buyers. Our services include start-ups, lease renewals, expansions, relocations, additional offices, purchases, and practice transitions.
Mission/Values
Our mission is simple: to exclusively represent those who help and serve the needs others, making CARR the top choice in healthcare real estate. We aim to act as educators throughout the process, explaining the market, protecting clients from hidden pitfalls, and negotiating from a position of strength. The result is clarity, confidence, and a more informed real estate decision that supports the long-term success of the practice.
Culture
Our culture is built around advocacy, transparency, and long-term relationships. We act as educators and strategic partners for our clients, helping them make confident, well-informed real estate decisions. We value integrity over transactions, collaboration over competition, and take pride in representing only our clients’ best interests every time.
Central Ohio Medical Community
"My favorite part is by far the relationships I get to create with my clients! I deeply value and appreciate being seen as a trusted advisor during pivotal moments in their practices and helping them achieve the best possible terms and concessions for the practice is something that gives me tremendous pride. The best compliment I can receive is being told I’m part of the client’s team!"
Learn more about CARR on their website or contact agent Kyle Sattler via email or (330) 340-5290.
If you would like more information about becoming a CMA sponsor, contact Lynn Manoogian.
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Posted By Columbus Medical Association - CMA,
Friday, March 20, 2026
Updated: Wednesday, March 18, 2026
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COTS recently released their 2025 impact report, highlighting the important work they accomplished to close gaps, elevate standards, and ensure communities are prepared for both everyday emergencies and large-scale events.
Highlights from 2025 include:
- 12 activations of the Emergency Patient Transport Plan (EPTP)
- Regional coordination for preparedness and response to major planned events—including The Arnold Sports Festival, Red, White & Boom, and OSU football games—and 17 large-scale unplanned incidents
- Training of nearly 3,000 professionals in trauma, emergency care, and preparedness
Find out more in the interactive COTS 2025 Impact Report here.
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