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Minnesota Medical Association Honors Physicians, Physicians-in-training, Advocates with Annual Awards

October 8, 2025

Two physicians, four physicians-in-training, the late Minnesota House of Representatives Speaker Emerita and the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy were all honored with MMA awards as part of this year’s Empowering Physicians event on September 26. Each year, the MMA honors those in medicine for going above and beyond.

Plymouth Physician Named President of Minnesota Medical

September 30, 2025

Lisa Mattson, MD, of Plymouth, was installed as the Minnesota Medical Association’s (MMA) 159th president on September 26, during the association’s Empowering Physicians event in Minneapolis.

Minnesota Physicians Urge Gov. Walz to Call Special Session to Address Firearm Violence

September 8, 2025

The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) and four other physician advocacy organizations sent a letter to Gov. Tim Walz on September 5 urging him to call a special legislative session to “pass legislation to address the devastating death and injuries from firearms and gun violence.

MMA Statement on Tragedy at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis

August 27, 2025

The Minnesota Medical Association is devastated by the horrific tragedy that took place this morning at Annunciation Catholic Church and School in Minneapolis.

Play it safe this Fourth of July, let the experts handle the fireworks

June 23, 2025

This Fourth of July, Minnesota physicians are urging their fellow Minnesotans to leave the fireworks up to the professionals.

MMA Statement on Removal of Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices

June 10, 2025

The Minnesota Medical Association strongly denounces the June 9 decision by HHS Secretary Kennedy to remove all members of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP).

Treat Yourself First Campaign Aims to Reduce Stigma for Healthcare Workers Seeking Mental Healthcare

March 5, 2025

A coalition of Minnesota-based professional associations has combined forces to end the fear and stigma that many healthcare professionals experience when in need of mental health services and support.

Minnesota Medical Association Encourages Minnesotans to Get Vaccinated Before the Holidays

November 19, 2024

As the holidays approach, the Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) urges all eligible Minnesotans to get their Covid booster and seasonal flu shots.

Minnesota Medical Association Launches Online Resource for Students Exploring Careers in Healthcare

November 12, 2024

The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) has launched a new website to support the healthcare career aspirations of students from across the state.

The website (www.healthcarecareersMN.org) includes information about pathway programs and other resources that provide mentorship, training, exposure, and inspiration to students interested in healthcare careers in Minnesota. The website is geared toward elementary, middle school and high school students in the state as well as their families/guardians, school guidance counselors and STEM teachers.

Minnesota Medical Association Honors Physicians, Physicians-in-training, Advocates with Annual Awards

October 7, 2024

Four physicians, two physicians-in-training, a state representative and the Minnesota Rare Disease Advisory Council were all honored with Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) awards as part of the group’s Empowering Physicians Conference on September 27. Each year, the MMA honors those in medicine for going above and beyond.

To set up an interview with MMA leaders or to request information about health care issues call or email Dan Hauser at 612-362-3726.

MMA Fast Facts:

  • The Minnesota Medical Association is a non-profit professional association representing 10,000+ physicians, and physicians-in-training..
  • The association was founded in 1853 as the Minnesota Medical Society. In 1869, the Minnesota Medical Society reorganized as the Minnesota State Medical Society. Then, in 1903, the Minnesota State Medical Society changed its name to the Minnesota Medical Association.
  • In 1958, the MMA created a charitable foundation that focuses primarily on supporting the next generation of physicians with student loans.
  • The MMA launched the journal Minnesota Medicine in 1918.
  • The MMA successfully pushed for Minnesota’s Clean Indoor Air Act in 1975. It’s the first such law in the nation.
  • In 2007, the MMA achieved its top public health priority with the passage of the Freedom to Breathe Act, which prohibits smoking in restaurants and bars.
  • The MMA advocated for the passage of the primary seat belt law in 2009. As a result, the state saved $45 million in avoided hospital costs and experienced 68 fewer deaths between 2009 and 2011.

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