MOA Committees

Executive Committee (President, President-Elect, Immediate Past President, Treasurer)

Charge: Provides leadership between meetings of the full Board of Directors, oversees strategic priorities, financial stewardship, and organizational health. See MOA Board Leadership here.

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Professional Advocacy Committee (Legislative)

Committee Charge: To actively pursue and monitor legislative agendas pertinent to the successful progress of the Osteopathic Profession; increase the osteopathic profession visibility with the Maine State Legislature and governmental agencies; keep members actively informed during the legislative session; and address and become active in interprofessional issues. In 2024 the MOA's Legislative Committee will convene with the Maine Medical Association.

MOA Co Chairs: Kathryn Brandt, D.O. & Isabella Askari, D.O.

Professional and Public Education Committee (Program)

Committee Charge: To develop high quality osteopathic CME programs-Annual Convention and the Midwinter Conference; promote the osteopathic profession throughout the State of Maine and the New England Region; and enhance the MOA visibility with residents and students.

Committee Co-Chairs: Breanna Glynn, D.O.

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Finance and Sustainability Committee 

Committee Charge: To develop short and long-term plans that will result in financial stability for the organization including partnering with the Membership Committee on the membership drive to increase dues revenue; developing new ways to seed our endowment; and engaging the membership in discussions about planned giving.

Committee Chair: Josephine Conte, D.O.

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Nominating Committee 

Charge: Identify and recommend candidates for MOA Board and officer positions, ensuring diversity and alignment with organizational goals.

Committee Chair: Jodie Hermann, D.O., Immediate Past President
Liaisons with Past Presidents Council [email protected] 

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Bylaws Committee

Charge: Reviews the Association’s bylaws to ensure they remain current, consistent with the mission and strategic goals of the MOA, and compliant with applicable state and federal laws. The committee considers proposed changes from members, the Board of Directors, and other committees; provides guidance on interpretation; and presents recommended amendments for approval by the Board and membership.

Committee Chair: Jodie Hermann, D.O., Immediate Past President

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Finance Committee

Committee Charge: To develop short and long-term plans that will result in financial stability for the organization including partnering with the Membership Committee on the membership drive to increase dues revenue; developing new ways to seed our endowment; and engaging the membership in discussions about planned giving.

Committee Chair: John Diefenderfer, D.O., Treasurer

Education Committee

Charge:

  • Plan and oversee CME programming, including Annual Convention and VOCCME/Midwinter alternatives.
  • Ensure CME offerings reflect evidence-based practice and the osteopathic philosophy.
  • Support physicians in meeting OCC, licensing, and CME requirements with clarity and accessibility
  • Explore innovative formats for CME (virtual, hybrid, on-demand) to maximize access

Co-Chairs: Breanna Glynn, DO & TBD
Contact: [email protected] 

Advocacy & Public Policy Committee

 Charge:
  • Monitor legislative, regulatory, and payer issues that impact osteopathic physicians and their patients.
  • Advocate for policies that support evidence-based, patient-centered, and osteopathically oriented care.
  • Represent MOA before policymakers, coalitions, and partner organizations.
  • Educate members on advocacy opportunities and mobilize grassroots action.
  • Participate in the joint MMA/MOA legislative committee

MOA Chairs: Josephine Conte, DO & Isabella Askari, DO
Contact: [email protected]    
Amanda Mahan (MOA Executive Director) [email protected] 
Anne Sedlack (MMA Director of Advocacy [email protected] 

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Physician Support & Practice Development Committee

Charge:

  • Promote physician wellbeing, career satisfaction, and work-life balance.
  • Address barriers to practice including insurance restrictions, prior authorization, documentation burdens, and gender/ethnic inequities.
  • Provide resources, peer support, and professional networking opportunities.
  • Partner with national organizations on physician wellness initiatives.

Committee Chair: TBA This is a new committee created by the MOA Board in September 2025, stay tuned for more details!

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Public & Community Health Committee

Charge:

  • Promote public understanding of osteopathic medicine and the physician-patient relationship.
  • Partner with policymakers, schools, and community groups to improve public health and health literacy.
  • Support initiatives around healthcare equity, rural access, and payment models focused on service rather than profit.
  • Serve as a liaison with national osteopathic and public health bodies.

Committee Chair: TBA This is a new committee created by the MOA Board in September 2025, stay tuned for more details!

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