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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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

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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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Professional and Public Education Committee (Program)

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 & K. Emily Redding, DO
Contact: [email protected] 

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Advocacy & Public Policy Committee (Legislative)

 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] 

Register for the Dec 11th Kick Off Meeting

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NEW! 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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NEW! 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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