Medical Assisting Today - Issue 2 - Spring Growth Letter From the 2024–2025 President

Sep 28, 2026

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MarApr 2025 Volume 58 Issue 2 of Medical Assisting Today presents leadership perspectives and board updates across credentialing and organizational growth. The issue emphasizes responsible use of artificial intelligence in healthcare settings, volunteer and committee involvement for members, and a mission overview for the American Association of Medical Assistants. Feature coverage includes topics such as unduly influencing accrediting and certifying bodies, work-life balance strategies, Alzheimer detection devices, anaphylaxis preparedness, chronic pain support, and absenteeism management, plus CEU testing information.

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Pages32

Reading Time1 h 21 min

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Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Health Care Settings

With Change Comes Growth

AAMA Mission

CMA (AAMA) Certification

Board of Trustees Leadership

AAMA Update

State Society Conferences and Call for HOD Representation

Public Affairs

Undue Influence on Academic Accrediting Bodies and Professional Certifying Boards Is Forbidden

Educators Forum

A Juggling Act

News to Use

In-Ear Microphones for Detecting Alzheimer Disease

Medical Debt Banned from Credit Reports

Advocate for Anaphylaxis Preparedness

Special Feature

Screen Team

For Your Health

Practice Manager

Missing in Action

CEU Tests & Submission Form

Spotlight

Put at Ease

MarApr 2025 Volume 58 | Issue 2 Medical Assisting Today The Magazine for Pr o fession a l Medic a l Assist a nt s A in Responsible Use of Artificial Intelligence in Health Care Settings Published by the American Association of Medical Assistants® With Change Comes Growth Spring has always been my favorite time of the year. With the temperatures slightly warmer than winter and cooler than summer comes the new growth of flowers, trees, and more. Like in nature, this year has been a time of regrowth and even new growth for me as a leader. As leaders, we all look at our successes and see how we have grown in our roles. But have you stopped to think about how failures in work or life also help you grow? I have grown from what I learned from failures, and I try to be thankful for these lessons. We also grow by becoming just a little more involved! Not sure where to begin in your local chapter or your state society? Find a leader and ask them how to become involved. Don’t worry; they won’t throw you into the deep end, but they will encourage and guide you. They will fan that spark of enthusiasm. Review your chapter or state bylaws and become familiar with the committees and the purpose of each committee. What sparks your interest? What area do you feel you might have suggestions for growth and change? Then, join that committee and help make a difference. The Board of Trustees (BOT) is continuing to grow initiatives set over the last few years to help bring more awareness to the public about credentialed medical assistants and theAAMA. The Partnership Task Force continues to research new opportunities with allied health organizations that mutually benefit both theAAMA and the prospective partners. The Leadership Development Strategy Team is working to continue to help current and new leaders grow with continuing education and tools. The BOT approved the creation of an Ad Hoc Committee on Mentoring at the Planning Session to help create tools for current leaders to use to help new leaders grow in their chapters and states and hopefully continue to nurture you as a growing leader. Personally, the AAMA Annual Conference has always been a place I could learn and grow as a leader. From the continuing education sessions to the leadership session for state and chapter leaders to the networking opportunities with medical assistants from across the United States, I have learned so much. I encourage you to visit the AAMA website to view the online Volunteer Leadership Application and see whether there is a committee, strategy team, or task force that works toward a goal you’re passionate about, and sign up to be a part of next year’s team. So, I ask you, how are you going to grow this year? Have a great spring, and enjoy the changes that come with growth. Virginia Thomas, CMA (AAMA) 2024–2025 President AAMA® Mission The mission of the American Association of Medical Assistants® is to provide the medical assistant professional with education, certification, credential acknowledgment, networking opportunities, scope-of-practice protection, and advocacy for quality patientcentered health care. CMA (AAMA)® Certification The CMA (AAMA) is awarded to candidates who pass the CMA (AAMA) Certification Exam. PSI Services LLC constructs and administers the exam. The CMA (AAMA) credential must be recertified every 60 months by the continuing education or exam method. Board of Trustees President Virginia Thomas, CMA (AAMA) Secretary Loxie Kistler, EdD, BSN, RN, CMA (AAMA) Immediate Past President Monica Case, CMA (AAMA) Speaker of the House Jane Seelig, CMA-A (AAMA) Vice Speaker of the House Claire Houghton, CMA (AAMA) Trustees Candy Miller, CMA (AAMA) Pamela Neu, MBA, CMA (AAMA) Aimee Quinn, CMA (AAMA) Shirley Sawyer, CMA (AAMA), CPC Cameron Smith, BS, CMA (AAMA), PBT(ASCP), HITCM-PP Shannon Thomas, AAS, CMA (AAMA) Executive Office CEO and Legal Counsel Donald A. Balasa, JD, MB

FAQs

What does the issue say about AI use in healthcare settings?

It highlights responsible use of artificial intelligence in healthcare settings, framing AI adoption with care and awareness.

How does the magazine encourage members to get involved?

Readers are encouraged to connect with local chapter or state society leaders, review bylaws and committee purposes, choose an area of interest, and join the relevant committee or team.

What is included in the AAMA certification overview?

The CMA (AAMA) credential is described as awarded to candidates who pass the certification exam, with recertification required every 60 months through continuing education or the exam method.

Sep 28, 2026

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