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2026 PAMED House of Delegates

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Welcome

Each year, physician delegates from across Pennsylvania gather for the House of Delegates (HOD), PAMED’s principal policymaking body, to debate and vote on resolutions that shape organized medicine’s positions on issues affecting patients and the practice of medicine. This year, for the first time, PAMED is opening its Annual Meeting to all physicians in Pennsylvania, whether a member or nonmember, to get to learn about our CME offerings, meet our Board of Trustees, and network with other physicians in your area or specialty.

Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a returning veteran – You belong in the conversation. You belong in the community. You belong here.

Schedule and Map

Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
Time Event Location
9:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. CME Sessions: HIV Cluster Detection and Response (CDR) in Pennsylvania / The Cannabis Conversation Empire BCD
11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Visit with Exhibitors Wild Rose AB
11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Town Hall Lunch Magnolia ABCD
12:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. CME Sessions: PA Government Health Panel / Donate Life PA: Organ & Tissue Donation and Recovery Process Empire BCD
2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Specialty Coffee Bar Break Wild Rose AB
5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Engagement Activities Crystal A
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Awards Reception & Dinner (Invitation Only) Magnolia ABCD
7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Meet the PAMED Board of Trustees Social Blue Room
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026
Time Event Location
6:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Registration Open
7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Community Breakfast Magnolia ABCD
7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Visit with Exhibitors Wild Rose AB
8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Specialty Coffee Bar Wild Rose AB
9:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. CME Session: Safeguarding Healthcare Empire BCD
9:00 a.m. – 10:45 a.m. CME Session: The Emergence of Lifestyle Medicine Crystal A
11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. Keynote: Beyond Easy Answers: AI, Clinical Expertise, and the Future of Physician-Led Care Aztec/Nigerian
11:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Boxed Lunch Chocolate Lobby
12:15 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Unionization Panel Discussion Aztec/Nigerian
1:15 p.m. Official House Business Aztec/Nigerian
4:00 p.m.* – 5:30 p.m. Candidate Reception (*or 15 minutes after House recess, as early as 3:30 p.m.) Wild Rose AB
6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. PAMED Social Blue Room
Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026
Time Event Location
7:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Registration is Open
7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Grab & Vote Breakfast Chocolate Lobby
8:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Election Session Aztec/Nigerian
9:00 a.m. House Business Aztec/Nigerian
11:00 a.m. Boxed Lunches To Go Chocolate Lobby
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Keynote Speaker Information

Graham McMahon, MD, MMSc

Beyond Easy Answers: AI, Clinical Expertise, and the Future of Physician-Led Care

Saturday, October 24
11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Presented by:
Graham McMahon, MD, MMSc, President & CEO, ACCME

Artificial intelligence is rapidly making high-quality medical information easier to access at the point of care. For physicians, this creates an enormous opportunity—but also a new challenge: access to an answer is not the same as developing knowledge, judgment, or expertise.

This plenary will move beyond a general discussion of the promises and risks of AI and focus instead on how practicing physicians can use AI thoughtfully: to find information, deepen learning, critically evaluate AI-generated clinical content, and improve professional performance. The goal is not to resist increasingly powerful tools, but to use them in ways that strengthen rather than displace physician judgment, preserve professional autonomy, and support better decisions with patients.

Why is HOD Important?

  • Non-members

    Colleagues from across the state join together to experience high-quality CME, meaningful networking and important discussions shaping the future of medicine. Whether you're a student, new to practice, or looking to reconnect with your physician community, you'll find your place here.

  • Members

    This is your opportunity to join colleagues from across Pennsylvania for a weekend of education, networking and engagement. Whether you're a longtime member or attending for the first time, your voice, perspective and experience are an important part of the conversation.

  • Delegates

    The policy work you count on is still here — resolutions, testimony, elections — now set inside a fuller, more energizing Annual Meeting experience. Expect the same substance you're used to, a fresh and collaborative feel, and even more chances to connect with colleagues from across the Commonwealth.

From Member Voice to PAMED Policy

PAMED policy starts with member ideas. Whether you submit a resolution, provide testimony, or follow House proceedings, there are opportunities throughout the year to help shape the Society’s advocacy and policy priorities.

Any PAMED member can develop a resolution for consideration by the House of Delegates. While resolutions must be introduced by a voting delegate, members are encouraged to identify issues, develop solutions, and work with their delegation to bring ideas forward. The Resolutions Portal is closed for 2026 House Business but will open in January 2027 for next year’s business.

Any PAMED member can develop a resolution for consideration by the House of Delegates. While resolutions must be introduced by a voting delegate, members are encouraged to identify issues, develop solutions, and work with their delegation to bring ideas forward.

Once resolutions are posted, members can review proposals and submit written testimony. This is an opportunity to share expertise, raise concerns, and help inform the House’s deliberations before formal debate begins.

Members may participate in the Virtual Business Session by providing oral testimony before the Reference Committees. Your perspective helps committees evaluate resolutions and develop recommendations for the House.

After testimony concludes and Reference Committee reports are released, delegations caucus to discuss recommendations, consider amendments, and determine positions before final House action.

During the Annual Meeting, delegates debate, amend, and vote on resolutions. Members are encouraged to stay engaged and follow the discussions that ultimately become official PAMED policy.

Policies adopted by the House guide PAMED’s advocacy efforts, legislative priorities, and organizational positions throughout the year, ensuring physician voices help shape the future of medicine in Pennsylvania.

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