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Elections will be held at the Annual Meeting of the House of Delegates on June 11, 2024.
Officers and seven councils are elected by the American Medical Association House of Delegates (HOD) at the Annual Meeting. The elections are conducted during a special election session under the supervision of the Committee on Rules and Credentials and the chief teller, who are appointed by the speakers. The speaker and vice speaker are responsible for overall administration of the elections. Voting is conducted by secret ballot.
John W. Spurlock, MD
Candidate for AMA Council on Constitution and Bylaws
Term
2024-2028
Record of dedication & service
John W. Spurlock, MD, a distinguished member of the American Medical Association (AMA) since 1985, is announcing his candidacy for the Council on Constitution and Bylaws. With a remarkable record of dedication and service, Dr. Spurlock has attended 75 consecutive AMA meetings and served on various committees including the delegate of the Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED), demonstrating his unwavering commitment to the association and its ideals.
Dr. Spurlock's extensive experience in medical leadership positions makes him a strong candidate for this important role. He has served on the Pennsylvania Medical Society Board of Trustees for eight years as vice speaker. Additionally, he has been a valuable member of the Organized Medical Staff Section (OMSS) Governing Council, serving as former secretary, former vice chair, and current chair.
In recognition of his outstanding advocacy for the AMA, Dr. Spurlock was recently awarded as an association's membership recruitment awardee. This prestigious honor is a testament to his dedication to promoting the AMA's mission and vision.
Dr. Spurlock's commitment to the AMA is unwavering. He is a strong believer in the importance of upholding the association's constitution and bylaws, which serve as the foundation for its governance. As a member of the Council on Constitution and Bylaws, he would work diligently to ensure that these documents remain relevant and effective in guiding the AMA into the future.
With his deep understanding of the AMA's history, policies and procedures, Dr. Spurlock is uniquely qualified to serve on the Council on Constitution and Bylaws. His dedication to the association and his commitment to excellence make him an ideal candidate for this important role.
"I am thrilled to announce my candidacy for the Council on Constitution and Bylaws. As a dedicated member of the AMA for over 35 years, I have witnessed firsthand the power of our collective voice in shaping the future of medicine. I believe that the council plays a vital role in ensuring that our constitution and bylaws remain relevant and responsive to the ever-changing needs of our profession. I am committed to working with my fellow council members to uphold the highest standards of governance and to ensure that the AMA remains a beacon of hope and progress for physicians and patients alike. I am confident that my experience, dedication and vision will make me a valuable asset to the council. I look forward to the opportunity to serve the AMA and to help guide it into a bright and prosperous future."
Education and biography
Military service: Major, U.S. Army, 1980-1993
- Meritorious Service Medal
- Foreign Service Ribbon
- Reserve Service Ribbon
- Commendation–Surgeon General
Education
- Board certified, obstetrics and gynecology; December 2000
- Fellowship: Urogynecology and pelvic reconstruction; Emory University Medical Center; Niall T.M. Galloway, MD—preceptor; 1994-1995
- Residency: OB/GYN, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 1985-1988; chief resident OB/GYN, 1987-1988
- Internship: OB/GYN, Walter Reed Army Medical Center; 1984-1985
- Medical: Jefferson Medical, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; summa cum laude–1984
- Pre-medical: Drexel University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, B.S.
- Highest Honors–1980
- Student Dean of Science–1978-1980
- Drexel ROTC–1979-1980
- Central High School, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; 1971-1975; Class #234
Academic honors & awards
- Highest Academic Average, Jefferson Medical, 1984
- Alpha Omega Alpha, Jefferson Medical, 1983
- Ryder Scholarship, Drexel University, 1978,1979,1980
- Dean Of Science Award, Drexel University, 1979,1980
- American Legion School Award, Central High, 1971
Presiding over Pennsylvania’s HOD
Support for Dr. Spurlock
"I have worked closely with John Spurlock as speaker and vice speaker in New Jersey and as fellow delegates to the AMA. John knows how bylaws can best affect the efficiency of the AMA HOD. I highly recommend him to serve on the Council on Constitution and Bylaws.” —Walter Kahn MD, former chair of CC&B
Professional involvement
American Medical Association
- Organized Medical Staff Section Governing Council, chair, 2020-present
- Organized Medical Staff Section, Pennsylvania state chair, 2009-present
- Delegate, Pennsylvania Medical Society, 2008-present
- Delegate for St. Luke’s Hospital Medical Staff to OMSS, 2000-present
- Alternate delegate, Pennsylvania Medical Society, 2002-2008
- Teller, December 1996, June 2004 Meeting
- Seated as delegate, June 1996, December 1996 meeting
- AMA Federation coordination team, 1996-1999
- Alternate delegate, Medical Society of New Jersey, 1993-2001
- Young Physicians Section, delegate from Medical Society of New Jersey, 1992-1997
- U.S. Army delegate, 1990-1992
- Young Physicians Section, U.S. Army alternate delegate, 1988-1990
- Resident Physicians Section, U.S. Army delegate to the House of Delegates, 1985-1988
National Association of Parliamentarians
- 2003 to present
Pennsylvania Medical Society
- Delegate to Organized Medical Staff Section of AMA, 2000-present
- AMA delegation, delegate, 2008-present
- Board of Trustees 2011-2019
- Vice speaker, 2011-2019
- AMA delegation, alternate delegate, 2002-2008
Northampton Medical Society
- Alternate delegate, 2000-2006
Carbon County Medical Society
- Delegate, 2006-present
American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
- New Jersey Section Advisory Committee, 1997-present
- Past chairman, Armed Forces District, 1989-1990
- Chairman, Armed Forces District, 1987-1988
- Vice-chairman, Armed Forces District, 1987-1988
- Secretary-treasurer, Armed Forces District, 1986-1987
- Walter Reed Army Medical Center Representative Armed Forces District, 1985-1988
- Secretary-treasurer, Armed Forces District, 1986-1987
Medical Society of New Jersey
- Task Force on Membership, vice chairman, 1996-2001
- Board of Trustees, 1993-2001
- AMA delegation, alternate delegate, 1993-2001
- Vice speaker to the House of Delegates, 1997-1999
- Chairman, Young Physicians Section, 1992-1997
- Committee on Long-Range Planning, 1992-1994
Society of Gynecologic Surgeons
- Member 1996-present
National Medical Veterans
- Executive board, 2004-2010
American Urogynecology Society
- Fellow, 1995-present
Boy Scouts of America
- Assistant Scoutmaster, 1975
- Junior assistant Scoutmaster, 1974
- Eagle Scout, 1974
- Senior patrol leader, 1973
Candidate statement
I have been a member of the National Association of Parliamentarians for over 20 years. I have been the vice speaker of New Jersey and Pennsylvania. I have had considerable experience running medical meetings both as a speaker and chair of the governing council of the AMA’s Organized Medical Section (OMSS). I also had the privilege of chairing the Reference Committee on Constitution and Bylaws at a past AMA meeting. Through all of these parliamentary activities I have come to understand the importance of an organization's bylaws. During my tenure on the OMSS Governing council I had the privilege of crafting a set of “Medical Staff Model Bylaws” for any physician organization. With the support of my family and the Pennsylvania Medical Society I would like to bring my parliamentary experience to the Council on Constitution and Bylaws.
Additional resources
- Visit the AMA elections page for information on other candidates running for office.
- Find up to date information for the June Annual Meeting of the HOD.
