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Press Releases
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The Pennsylvania Medical Society Celebrates Doctors’ Day 2026
The Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) celebrates its state-wide recognition of physicians for 2026 Doctors’ Day on Monday, March 30. PAMED received more than 100 nominations from the public, patients, and colleagues, recognizing physicians who have gone above and beyond in their care.Mar 26, 2026 -
Pennsylvania Medical Society Opposes Rescinding of EPA Endangerment Finding
The Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) strongly opposes the recent rescinding of the Environmental Protection Agency’s Endangerment Finding; an action that removes a critical federal safeguard designed to protect the public from pollution and threatens public health.Feb 25, 2026 -
Pennsylvania Medical Society Inaugurates Bucks County Physician as 176th President
After a 1-year term as vice-president and president-elect, Arvind R. Cavale, MD, a board-certified endocrinologist serving Bucks County, has been inaugurated as the 176th President of the Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED).Jan 22, 2026 -
The Pennsylvania Medical Society Elects First Female Chair in 178 Years
For the first time in its 178-year history, the Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) has elected a woman to serve as Chair of its Board of Trustees. Lorraine Rosamilia, MD, a board-certified dermatologist from Centre County, PA, will lead the organization’s governing body.Jan 22, 2026 -
PAMED Statement on Changes to CDC Childhood Vaccine Schedule
The Pennsylvania Medical Society (PAMED) strongly supports vaccines and other evidence‑based practices and has significant concerns about recent changes to the childhood immunization schedule that may affect the health and safety of millions of children.Jan 6, 2026
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