COMMITTEE
Bylaws Committee
Goal: The Bylaws Committee is responsible for developing, reviewing, and updating the organization's bylaws. This includes ensuring that the bylaws reflect the organization's mission, governance structure, and operating procedures. The committee also provides guidance on interpreting bylaws and assists in resolving any disputes related to them.
Chair: George Angus, MD, MPH
Members:
Jean-Bernard Poulard, MD, MBA
Magdala Beauvil, DO
Margaret Donat, MD
Aimé Lufulwabo, MD, MPH
Max Noel, MD
Membership Committee
Goal: The Membership Committee is tasked with recruiting new members, retaining current members, and ensuring that membership benefits are communicated effectively. The committee also works on strategies to enhance member engagement and satisfaction.
Chair: Roxanne Connell, MD
Members:
N’Gozi Kanu, MD
Taifa Price, MD
Marie-Paule Dupiton Theus, MD
Mentorship Committee
Goal: The Mentorship Committee's goal is to develop and implement mentorship programs that support the professional growth and development of members, particularly those who are early in their careers. This includes pairing mentors with mentees, organizing mentorship events, and providing resources to enhance the mentorship experience.
Co-Chairs: Francine Hippolyte, MD and Guitelle Sy-Victor, MD
Members:
Stephanie Buck-Haskin, MD
Annie Fils-Aime, MD
Michele Germain, MD
Pierre-Jean-Noel, MD
Aderonke Ranos, MD
Carmen Rodriguez, MD
Sonia Ventour, MD
Community Affairs Committee
Goal: The Community Affairs Committee focuses on fostering relationships between the organization and the community. The committee organizes outreach activities, community service projects, and partnerships with local organizations to address health disparities and promote health education within the community.
Co-Chairs: Allen Toles, MD and Gardith Joseph, MD
Members:
Danielle Belzie, MD
Louis Belzie, MD
Juanita Dudley, Mestre, MD
Carl Guillaume, MD
Francine Hippolyte, MD
Carmen Rodriguez, MD
Lorraine Williams
Communications Committee
Goal: The Communications Committee is responsible for managing the organization's internal and external communications. This includes overseeing newsletters, social media, public relations, and other communication channels to ensure that members and the public are informed about the organization's activities and initiatives.
Members:
Reginald Rousseau, MD
Kristina Emeghebo, MD
Jean-Robert Chery, MD
Marie B. Ward, MD, MPH
Budget Committee
Goal: The Budget Committee oversees the financial planning and budgeting process for the organization. The committee ensures that financial resources are allocated efficiently and monitors financial performance to maintain the organization's financial health.
Members:
Alan Butler, MD, MS, MBA
John Babalola, MD
Carlton Barnswell, MD
Carl Guillaume, MD
Jean-Bernard Poulard, MD, MBA
Legislative Committee
Goal: The Legislative Committee monitors and advocates for legislation that impacts the organization and its members. The committee engages with policymakers, provides testimony on relevant issues, and keeps members informed about legislative developments.
Members:
George J. Casimir, MD
Jean-Claude Compas, MD
Courtney Jones, DO, MHA
Herold Simon, MD
Fundraiser/Event Planning Committee
Goal: The Fundraiser/Event Planning Committee is responsible for organizing fundraising activities and events that support the organization's mission. This includes planning, coordinating, and executing events, as well as identifying and cultivating potential donors and sponsors.
Members:
Micheline Dole, MD
Jacques Dole, MD
Lucien Mocombe, MD
Website Committee
The Website Committee is dedicated to ensuring that the medical society's online presence is up-to-date, functional, and user-friendly. Our primary goal is to review, oversee, and guide the development and continuous updates of the website. We ensure the site remains a valuable resource for our members and visitors, offering easy access to key information, events, and services.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee website development and ensure it aligns with the society's mission and vision.
Regularly update content to keep it relevant and engaging for members and guests.
Improve user experience by implementing feedback from site users.
Collaborate with different committees to ensure accurate and timely information across all sections of the website.
Chair:
Aimé Lufulwabo, MD, MPH
Members:
Reginald Rousseau, MD
Louis Auguste, MD, MPH
Carmen Rodriguez, MD
Francine Hippolyte, MD
Marie-Paule Dupiton Theus, MD
Roxanne Connell, MD