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• 2026 MDCMA Research Competition-Abstract Submissions

  • Start
    September 15, 2025
  • End
    December 12, 2025

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  The 7th Annual Miami-Dade County Medical Association Research Competition for residents and medical students enrolled in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, will be held on March 7th, 2026. Finalists will present their research or clinical case reports before a panel of judges.
  
  The submission deadline for abstracts is December 12, 2025. 

  
  

  This prestigious competition accepts abstracts that cover case reports, original research, quality improvement initiatives, and advocacy projects. It provides a platform for residents and medical students to showcase their work and contribute to the advancement of medical knowledge within the local and state medical community.
  
  The MDCMA Research Competition is comprised of various categories, and each category has its specific guidelines that must be reviewed thoroughly before submission. 

  
  Entries
  
  Medical Students
  Students will identify the Category they are applying to:
  - Case reports 
  - Original research
  - Quality improvement initiatives
  - Advocacy projects

  And also indicate whether the submission is a:
  - Poster
  - Podium Presentation
  

  Finalists will include three posters and three podium presentations.
  

  Residents
  These may be US and Foreign Medical Graduates participating in a US-ACGME-approved program.
  Residents will identify the Category they are applying to:
  - Case reports 
  - Original research
  - Quality improvement initiatives
  - Advocacy projects

  And also indicate whether the submission is a:
  - Poster
  - Podium Presentation

  Finalists will include three posters and three podium presentations.
  
  Research Fellows/Advanced Degree Medical Students
  Research Fellows/Advanced Degree Medical Students will identify the Category they are applying to:
  - Case reports 
  - Original research
  - Quality improvement initiatives
  - Advocacy projects
  
  And also indicate whether the submission is a:
  - Poster
  - Podium Presentation
  
  General Guidelines
  - Poster presentations will be 5-minute in length with 2-3 minutes for Q&A. 

  - Click here for poster entries guidance.- Podium presentations entries will be submitted as a Power Point and a general summary to be screened.

  - Podium presentations will be 5-minute in length with 2-3 minutes for Q&A.
  
  By submitting an abstract, authors agree to adhere to all competition guidelines, policies, and procedures. Accepted submissions will be featured in presentations, and participants are expected to present their research as part of the competition.
  
  Author Conflict of Interest/Research Funding Disclosure
  In line with MDCMA's commitment to transparency, all authors must disclose any financial relationships or conflicts of interest in their submissions. Lead authors are responsible for ensuring that all co-authors complete their disclosure requirements prior to the submission deadline. Submissions will not be finalized until all disclosures are complete, and failure to comply may result in disqualification.
  
  All sources of funding for research must be disclosed in the submission and acknowledged in any presentation materials, such as posters or slides.
  
  Copyright Information
  Any images, tables, or figures included in the submission must be the intellectual property of the authors unless explicit permission is obtained. It is the responsibility of the presenting author to ensure compliance with copyright laws. Authors retain the copyright of their work.
  
  The MDCMA Research Competition offers an unparalleled opportunity for residents and students to engage with leading physicians and medical professionals while gaining valuable feedback on their work. We look forward to your participation!

  
  

  The competition will be held at the Pullman Miami Airport, located at 5800 Blue Lagoon Drive, Miami, Florida 33126.

  Please click here to read how the research will be judged.

  Please click here to submit your research.

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• The Business of Medicine, Part II

  • When
    October 25, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Keiser University

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  The Business of Medicine, Part II
  A foundational curriculum exploring physician careers and the business side of medicine.

  Join us for the second edition of The Business of Medicine. Physicians, residents, and medical students will gain insights from legal, financial, and business experts to navigate today’s evolving healthcare landscape. Don’t miss this opportunity to empower your career with real-world strategies and tools.

  General registration: $20
  Residents and medical students: free
  MUST REGISTER FOR THE EVENT TO ATTEND

  Saturday, October 25, 2025

  Keiser University
  5th Floor Auditorium
  1500 NW, 49th Street
  Ft. Lauderdale, FL  33309

  Sponsorship opportunities available.

  Generously sponsored by:

  

  
  

  BROWARD HEALTH NORTH
  
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• 2025 State Mandated CME Courses for D.O.s and M.D.s

  • When
    December 13, 2025
  •  
    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Virtual Program Via Zoom

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  Virtual Program via Zoom
  Saturday, December 13, 2025
  8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

  Agenda

  Presentation Topics            

  8:00 a.m.
  Pre-Session
  

  8:20 a.m.
  Opening Remarks
  Adriana Bonansea-Frances, MD
  MDCMA President

  8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
  Prevention of Medical Errors
  Patti L. Ellis, RN, BSN, LHRM, CPHRM, FASHRM
  Senior Patient Safety Risk Manager, Region III, Department of Patient Safety and Risk Management - The Doctors Company

  10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
  Domestic Violence
  Honorable Judge Javier Enriquez
  Circuit Civil Division, 13
  Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida
  Honorable Judge Elisabeth Espinosa Marin
  Eleventh Judicial Circuit of Florida 

  12:30 p.m.-1:00 p.m.
  Lunch

  1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.
  Controlled Substance Prescribing *
  Joshua Lenchus, D.O.
  Past President, FOMA 
  Past President, Florida Medical Association 

  3:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
  Florida Laws and Rules and Medical Ethics
  Dagmar Llaudy, Esq.
  Managing Attorney, Llaudy Law

  4:00 p.m.
  Course Evaluation/Adjourn
  

  
  

  The Miami-Dade County Medical Association is accredited by the Florida Medical Association to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

  
  

  The Miami-Dade County Medical Association designates this live activity for a maximum of 5.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits.  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

  
  

  * The Opioids and Controlled Substances session provided by the Florida Osteopathic Medical Association (FOMA), satisfies the State-mandated 2-hour “Prescribing Controlled Substance” requirement, in compliance with HB21. It has been approved by the Florida Board of Osteopathic Medicine and Florida Board of Medicine.

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