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SCMA Leadership Distinction Award

SOUTH CAROLINA MEDICAL ASSOCIATION

Foundation Annual
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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

April 1, 2027

325 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

SCMA Leadership Distinction Award

Purpose: Recognize physician members for their involvement and achievements in organized medicine and advocacy. Involvement and participation in these activities creates a natural pipeline for professional advancement.

Geographic Scope: South Carolina

Eligibility:

  • Any current SCMA member is eligible

    • Focus Areas:
    Recognition of participation in organized medicine and advocacy activities, including:

  • Attendance at SCMA events and meetings

  • Leadership roles in medical societies

  • Legislative advocacy

  • Community service

  • Professional recruitment and resolution authorship

    • Requirements:
    Applicants must complete at least 10 of the following activities:

  • Attend SCMA Annual Meeting

  • Attend SCMA HOD/Town Hall

  • Attend an SCMA Sponsored Event (Resolution Writing Workshop, Leadership Symposium, etc.)

  • Attend a County Medical Society Event/Meeting

  • Attend a Section (MSS, RFS, YPS) Sponsored Event

  • Hold Leadership Role in County Medical Society or SCMA

  • Participate in SCMA Doctor of the Day

  • Join SCMedPAC

  • Author a Resolution

  • Recruit a New Member

  • Organize or participate in an SCMA or County Medical Society Community Service Project

  • Participate in the SCMA Poster Competition

  • Testify at the SC State House

  • Contact legislator regarding an SCMA Issue

  • Attend any American Medical Association/American Osteopathic Association National Conference

    • Contact: info@scmedical.org (subject line: "Leadership Distinction Award")

    Address: 132 Westpark Blvd., Columbia, SC 29210
    Phone: 803-798-6207 or 1-800-327-1021

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Complete at least 10 qualifying activities from the approved list (may require more than one year of membership)

    2. Complete the online application form indicating:
    - Specific activity completed
    - Date completed

    3. Sign attestation form confirming completion of activities as indicated

    4. Submission deadline: April 1 annually

    5. Audit: Any and all documented information may be audited by SCMA staff prior to award presentation

    6. Award presentation: Awards will be presented at the Annual Meeting

      Required Materials

    • Online application form with documented activities and dates
    • Signed attestation form
    • Supporting documentation (may be audited)
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