WELCOME TO THE OHIO STATE SOCIETY OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS
A Message from the President...

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
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

President
Amy McMasters, CMA(AAMA)
Tri County Chapter

Vice President
Laura Mizicko, CMA(AAMA)
Tri County Chapter

Secretary
Kirren Finn, CMA (AAMA)
Southwest Chapter

Treasurer
Lora Wilson, CMA(AAMA)
Montgomery County Chapter

Speaker of the House
Amy Adams, CMA(AAMA)
Montgomery County Chapter

Vice Speaker of the House
Agnes Root, CMA(AAMA)
Tri County Chapter

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!

















