Senior Physicians

Senior Physicians Section (SPS) leadership opportunities

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SPS Governing Council

The strategy and activities of the SPS are directed by a seven-member governing council elected by section membership. The next SPS Governing Council elections will be held in April 2026 for the positions of:

  • Delegate
  • Alternate delegate
  • Officer at-large (two positions available)

Applications are due Feb. 28, 2026. Contact [email protected] for more information.

SPS policy committee 

The SPS policy committee contributes to the section’s development of policy proposals for consideration by the section and ultimately the AMA House of Delegates. Contact us at [email protected] to learn more and to volunteer to serve on the policy committee. 

SPS liaisons  

State medical societies are invited to appoint liaisons to facilitate two-way communication with SPS. Contact us at [email protected] to learn more and to appoint a liaison. 

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