Broward County Medical Association upcoming events

The Business of Medicine 2026 (August 29, 2026)

Sat, 29 Aug 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The Business of Medicine 2026

A foundational curriculum exploring physician careers and the business side of medicine.

Join us for the 2026 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.

Agenda

8:00 a.m.: Registration / Breakfast

9:00 a.m.: Introduction / Welcome

9:05 a.m.: Panel: Building Wealth, Purpose, and Career Success in Modern Medicine

Juan Gonzalez, JD MBA – Altfest Personal Wealth Management

Allan Greissman, MD – Pediatric Critical Care of South Florida

Jeffrey Kramer, CPA CGMA – BDO

Moderator: Antonio Wong, MD

9:35 a.m.: How to Review Physician Employment Contracts Using AI

Ben Assad Mirza, JD LLM MPH – Attorney

10:10 a.m.: Be Unforgettable: The Art (and Science) of Getting Hired

Mariela Alvarez-Sosa, MBA SPHR CPRP PPMC – Lucid Healthcare Consulting

10:45 a.m.: How to Create a Social Media Presence: DOs and DON’Ts for Medical Professionals

Mona Amin, DO – PedsDocTalk

11:20 a.m.: The AI Toolkit: Smarter Workflows for Physicians

Christopher Chang, MD; Marta Telatin, DO; Dana Wallace, MD

Moderator: Yasmeen Abdul, MD

12:00 p.m.: Lunch: Networking, Sponsor Remarks, Raffle

1:30 p.m.: Conclusion

NEW: We encourage organizations who are hiring physicians to join us a conference exhibitor/sponsor and provide information on job opportunities to the attendees in a mini “job fair” environment.

Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities

For additional information on Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities, please contact Maria Virginia Urdaneta.

Your participation supports our mission to educate and empower the medical community in Broward County, and puts your organization in front of South Florida’s healthcare professionals. BCMA member practices – contact us for special member rates to exhibit and be part of the job fair.

Members: $20 | Non-members: $30
Residents and medical students: free

Saturday, August 29, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

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

Generously sponsored by:

Exhibitors:

CARR

NSU Florida Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine

Please be advised that photographs and video may be taken at the event for use on the BCMA website, marketing materials, social media, press releases, and other publications. By registering for this event, you consent to BCMA using your image and likeness without compensation. Please email tochoa@bcma.com with questions/concerns.

Women Physicians Social (September 17, 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 22:30:00 GMT

Women Physicians Social

In celebration of Women in Medicine month, join colleagues for the Broward County Medical Association's next Women Physicians Social. This informal networking gathering is an opportunity to unwind, build meaningful connections, and enjoy an evening with colleagues who understand the unique rewards and challenges of practicing medicine. We look forward to welcoming you for great conversation, new friendships, and a chance to strengthen our community of women physicians.

Thursday, September 17, 2026
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. | Light bites
Members: Complimentary | Non-Members: $20

JP Morgan

201 E. Las Olas Boulevard, 24th Floor, Suite 2400

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33301

2026 State Mandated CME Courses for D.O.s and M.D.s (October 10, 2026)

Sat, 10 Oct 2026 04:00:00 GMT

Virtual Program via Zoom
Saturday, October 10, 2026
8:20 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Agenda

Presentation Topics

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

8:30 – 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 – 1:00 p.m.
Lunch

1:00 -2:00 p.m.
Florida Laws and Rules and Medical Ethics
Dagmar Llaudy, Esq.
Managing Attorney, Llaudy Law

2:00- 4:00 p.m.
Opioids and Controlled Substances
Joshua Lenchus, DO
Past President
FOMA Past President, Florida Medical Association

4:00 p.m.
Course Evaluation/Adjourn

There will be a strict schedule, so you can call in to the ZOOM meeting when your desired courses are offered.
All speakers will appear virtually.

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 7.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM.

Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

None of the planners or faculty for this activity had any relationships with ineligible companies to disclose.

Artificial Intelligence Conference 2026 (October 17, 2026)

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Artificial Intelligence Conference 2026

Exploring the Future of AI in Healthcare

Save the Date! Join the Broward County Medical Association for its Artificial Intelligence Conference, where physicians and healthcare leaders will explore the rapidly evolving role of artificial intelligence in medicine.

This timely educational event will feature expert insights on emerging technologies, clinical applications, ethical considerations, and the future of AI in healthcare. Mark your calendar and plan to be part of this engaging discussion on one of medicine's most transformative innovations.

Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations interested in showcasing their commitment to advancing healthcare innovation. For sponsorship information, please contact Maria Virginia Urdaneta at murdaneta@bcma.com.

Your participation supports our mission to educate and empower the medical community in Broward County, and puts your organization in front of South Florida’s healthcare professionals.

Members: $20 | Non-members: $30
Residents and medical students: free

Saturday, October 17, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

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

Generously sponsored by:

BCMA 2027 Presidential Inauguration (February 06, 2027)

Sat, 06 Feb 2027 23:00:00 GMT

BCMA 2027 Presidential Inauguration. Save the date!

Saturday, February 6th, 2027

Le Meridien Dania Beach | Aqua Vista Ballroom

1825 Griffin Rd., Dania Beach, FL 33004

Join the Broward County Medical Association as we celebrate the 2027 Presidential Inauguration, an evening dedicated to honoring physician leadership, celebrating our medical community, and looking ahead to another year of advancing medicine in Broward County.

Mark your calendar and plan to be part of this special occasion. Sponsorship opportunities are available for organizations seeking to support organized medicine while gaining valuable visibility among physician leaders and healthcare professionals. For sponsorship information, please contact Maria Virginia Urdaneta.

8th Annual Miami-Dade and Broward Medical Research Competition (March 06, 2027)

Sat, 06 Mar 2027 13:30:00 GMT

The 8th Annual Miami-Dade and Broward Medical Research Competition for residents and medical students enrolled in Miami-Dade and Broward counties, will be held on March 6th, 2027. Finalists will present their research or clinical case reports before a panel of judges.

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 competition will be held at the Pullman Miami Airport, located at 5800 Waterford District Drive, Miami, Florida 33126.