Lexington, Kentucky Apr 2, 2025 (Issuewire.com) - The American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) proudly welcomes its newly inaugurated leadership team for the 2025-2026 term. Dr. Eileen Barrett officially assumes her role as AMWA President, leading a dynamic group of physician leaders dedicated to advancing women physicians and improving the health of women.
Dr. Barrett, former AMWA Advocacy Chair, current Senior Medical Director and VP, Quality, at Workit Health, and Chair Emerita of the Board of Regents of the American College of Physicians, has been recognized for her work in clinician well-being, health equity, and improving the care for patients with substance use disorders. She brings a strong commitment to AMWA’s mission and a vision for continued advocacy in key areas such as reproductive rights, gender equity, and clinician well-being. She has been recognized with numerous honors, including the AMWA Inspire Award, AMWA Exceptional Mentor Award, Mastership from the American College of Physicians, the AMA Inspiration Award, and an Award of Excellence from the Society of Hospital Medicine.
"I am proud to support AMWA’s mission and values, which align with my commitment to advancing women in medicine, promoting equity, and improving access to excellent, evidence-based patient care," said Dr Barrett about her upcoming year.
Introducing the 2025-2026 AMWA Leadership
AMWA’s leadership team comprises a dedicated group of physicians and professionals who will guide the organization through the coming year:
Executive Committee 2025-2026
- President: Dr. Eileen Barrett
- Immediate Past President: Dr. Susan Hingle
- President-Elect: Dr. Paulette Cazares
- Treasurer: Khawaja Shams
- Secretary: Dr. Vidhya Prakash
- Executive Director: Dr. Eliza Chin
Directors 2025-2026
- Dr. Bisi Alli
- Dr. Nicole Bentze
- Dr. Octavia Cannon
- Dr. Katrina Green
- Dr. Marion McCrary
- Dr. Abby Spencer
- Dr. Chung Sang (CS) Tse
- Dr. Gloria Wu
Student & Resident Leadership
- Resident President: Dr. Subhjit Sekhon
- Medical Student President: Jennifer Uyere
- Medical Student President-elect: Taylor Goss
- Pre-Medical Student President: Dana Shuaibi
- Pre-Medical Student President-elect: Alivia Hardman
Leading AMWA into the Future
As the American Medical Women’s Association (AMWA) enters its next chapter, we celebrate the strength of our legacy and the promise of the future. Since 1915, AMWA has championed women physicians and improved the healthcare of women. Now, we look ahead with confidence and excitement as our new leadership steps forward.
With their vision, dedication, and expertise, this team will build upon AMWA’s strong foundation as the oldest multispecialty organization of women in medicine and together will shape a future where women physicians thrive. The AMWA community looks forward to the leadership and guidance of this accomplished team.
To learn more about AMWA’s initiatives and upcoming events, visit amwa-doc.org.
Media Contact
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