October

Frustrated with what’s happening in Washington? Turn that frustration into action. Join Doctors for America's National Community of Physician and Medical Student Advocates for a hands-on op-ed writing workshop on Wednesday, October 22, from 8:00–9:00 pm ET / 5:00–6:00 pm PT.

 

Led by Jennifer Obel, MD—former Washington Post contributor and ASCO spokesperson—this interactive session will teach you how to turn your patient stories and lived experiences into compelling, publishable op-eds that drive change. 

 

Let's write the change we want to see in health care. Reserve your spot here!

Managing acute pain in individuals with opioid use disorder (OUD) presents unique challenges that are often compounded by stigma and bias in healthcare settings. This session will provide clinicians with practical knowledge and strategies to ensure compassionate, evidence-based care for patients living with OUD.

 

By addressing bias and reinforcing sound clinical practices, this session equips providers to deliver equitable, effective pain management while supporting recovery and reducing harm.

Join Doctors for America for an advocacy storytelling event on Thursday, October 30, from 8:00 - 9:00 pm ET. 

 

This Halloween season, a real-life horror story is unfolding—one that could haunt millions of Americans. If Congress fails to extend the enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits before they expire at the end of 2025, families will face frighteningly high premiums and devastating coverage losses.

 

For physicians, the scariest part isn’t in the headlines, it’s what we’ll see in our exam rooms: patients forced to choose between medicine and meals, delayed care turning into emergencies, and health outcomes that should never happen.

 

Join us for 10 minutes or the full hour and share your story that shines a light on this looming healthcare nightmare. Together, we’ll share our stories, amplify our patients’ voices, and send Congress one clear message: Affordable care is no trick, it’s a treat every patient deserves.

 

Your voice can help stop this healthcare horror.

 

P.S. If you can’t make the event, record your story on your phone and email us your video info@drsforamerica.org 

 

Reproductive care conversations can be complex and personal. Join our two part training to learn how to approach them with openness, empathy, and compassion—building skills to listen, understand, and engage with care. It is time to reframe conversations around abortion.

 

Part 1 (Asynchronous Option) - Register Here

Part 2 (Live Sessions) - Register Here

 

Monday, October 20 - Community Health and Prevention Subcommittee Meeting (8 pm ET)

If you’re interested in working on gun violence prevention, public health or substance use disorder, join us and meet others with the same interests.

 

Don’t just react to FDA decisions—help influence them by joining DFA’s FDA Task Force.

 

Join discussions on reproductive rights, gender-affirming care, and immigrant health justice.

 

Do you want to protect access to affordable care for your patients? Join us in this work to remove barriers and improve patient access.  

Now is the time to stand with us and make your voice heard. Join the movement that is making real, lasting change in healthcare.

 

Use code "WELCOME" for 15% off your first year of membership.