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WELCOME TO THE OHIO STATE SOCIETY OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS

A Message from the President...

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Happy Spring to my fellow medical assistants!

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The air is fresh, the weather is warmer and flowers are starting to bloom. I love seeing all these signs of things to come.  I usually take some time to clean up my home, open the windows and let a fresh breeze blow in.  I think we all do this in some shape, whether in our home or work, at this time of the year.  It gives a chance to reset and create space for new things and opportunities.

 
This is the start of a new board and new year for all of us. We have all just returned from a great annual conference in Lockbourne, Ohio. I want to give a big thank you to the Franklin and Montgomery chapters for presenting us with a great slate of continuing education sessions. You were given a big task to see what can be done to decrease the costs of the conference and still present a good conference. You succeeded in that mission and have given us examples of what can be done in the future.

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My theme for my installation and the upcoming year is, we are all pieces of the puzzle. It takes every piece, in different shapes,  to make the puzzle complete. As I stated in my speech, we are all pieces in many different puzzles. I hope you all take some time to reflect what piece you are in your local chapters and in the OSSMA. The shape and purpose of your piece may change over time but still it is essential and valued.

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As your President, please feel free to reach out to me with any questions and/or concerns. I want this to be another year of growth for the OSSMA. I am excited for what this year will bring.

 

Amy McMasters, CMA (AAMA)

OSSMA President

2026-2027

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Upcoming Events

Calendar

Summer Board Meeting-

July 18, 2026

Peace Lutheran Church, 465 Clark State Rd Columbus, OH

Leadership CEU and Board Meeting to Follow​​

OSSMA 2026 Fall Workshop

Saturday- Oct 17, 2026

3.5 – 4 CEUs, network lunch, OSSMA Board Meeting

Location: Rolling Plains Global Methodist Church

Zanesville, OH 43701 Questions: loxiekistler@hotmail.com​​

AAMA National Conference

September 14  - 17, 2026 in Grand Sierra Resort and Casino | Reno, Nevada

https://www.aama-ntl.org/education-and-events/annual-conference

OSSMA 2027 Annual State Conference | 70 years of Excellence

April 1 – 3, 2027

Co-hosted by Cuyahoga and Summit County Chapters Independence, Ohio

Holiday Inn Cleveland-South .

Schedule and registration will be posted soon.

2026-2027 Leadership

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President

Amy McMasters, CMA(AAMA)

Tri County Chapter

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Vice President

Laura Mizicko, CMA(AAMA)

Tri County Chapter

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Secretary

Kirren Finn, CMA (AAMA)

Southwest Chapter

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Treasurer

Lora Wilson, CMA(AAMA)

Montgomery County Chapter

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Speaker of the House

Amy Adams, CMA(AAMA)

Montgomery County Chapter

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Vice Speaker of the House

Agnes Root, CMA(AAMA)

Tri County Chapter

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Immediate Past President

Rhonda Lazette, CMA (AAMA) Northwest County Chapter

BECOME A MEMBER

We believe that healthcare changes so quickly, we as professionals are required to maintain our credentials by obtaining education that is relevant and current to our jobs and patient care.Being a member of the AAMA and State Society provides you with the opportunity to grow knowledge and skills and be a part of your career community.  When you join AAMA, you also gain membership automatically in OSSMA (Ohio State Society of Medical Assistants).

Membership Benefits include:  Continuing Education, Discount Conference & Seminar Registration Costs, Scholarships, Employment Networking, Accreditation Information, Legal Advice, Leadership Conference, Online Newsletter, and more!

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