[…] out of a person’s heart, that evil thoughts come—sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed, malice deceit, lewdness, envy, slander, arrogance and folly” (Mark 7:20-22, NIV). I can think of at least one of these sins coming out of my heart in the last week. Even more than that, “sin” is not just something […]
[…] sacred space between God and those who suffer, offering only a word of caution taught me by many Christian cancer patients and spoken by John Stonestreet: “You can never understand the story from the moment. You can only understand the moment from the story.” Nor will I attempt to offer words of comfort for […]
[…] and Hindu in a secular arena. I did so with the words: “As a Christian, I personally pray this in the name of Jesus Christ.” How can we be authentic Christians and not offend? The world so desires and intensely listens for authenticity, especially in a time where inauthentic words and deeds […]
Real Physicians, Real Faith was co-edited by Benjamin Doolittle, MD, and David L. Larson, MD, who are both CAPS members. The book is compromised of the writings of selected Christian physicians, from various domains, who each shared a 2,000-word narrative of how their faith impacts their profession.
[…] good. Everything was fine until I leaned over to roll down my right window and realized I was on my motorcycle.” We know people without Christ can be perfectly happy cruising through life. It’s only when they lean over to reach for eternal life, purpose and meaning that isn’t there that they fall […]
[…] there is need. We live in a broken and fallen world where people suffer and many are lost from God forever. We give out of gratitude. How can I thank Him for the cross? We give because we are commanded to by the One who has all authority over heaven and earth. We give […]
[…] the wagon for weeks, but then he finally returns—we start over, and he improves. I speak with him and pray for him and continue to hope he can finally overcome his addiction, but he just keeps failing. There was a book published in 2009 entitled When Helping Hurts that describes how helping the poor might […]
[…] love to hear your story and potentially share it as part of our membership marketing efforts to inspire and encourage others. Sharing Your Story is Simple! You can share as much or as little as you’d like, there’s no right or wrong way to tell your story. Some questions to guide you might include: What […]
[…] Review Breakouts Finding Purpose in Retirement March 28, 2024 Pastor Bert Jones is joined in the studio by Dr. Steve Sartori for a discussion about how you can find purpose and identity in retirement. LISTEN HERE Life & Leadership Coaching Are you so busy at work that you struggle to spend time with your […]
[…] her sinus congestion and was about to leave when she asked me, “I have polycystic ovarian syndrome and have not had medicine since I left my country. Can you help me?” This was way outside my field of expertise, so I encouraged her to set up a regular appointment with a physician in the […]
[…] touched the sidewalk man and repeated the question. He repeated more clearly, “I’m fine.” To be certain, I told him, “Please move around a bit so we can know you are okay.” He did and was obviously in no medical distress, so I left him there with the other man and ran on. It […]
[…] her home with hospice. I emphasized how unpredictable her next days and weeks could be. And then it happened. After a long pause, I asked the husband, “Sir, can you tell me what will happen to your wife after she dies?” I had to repeat the question to quizzical faces around the room. And then it […]
The Christian Healthcare Executive Collaborative (CHEC) is a community of Christians engaged in roles of healthcare leadership, including executives, administrators, managers and clinicians. We are linked together by a common interest in leading well and serving our organizations and our communities through the leading of the Holy Spirit. As a section of the Christian […]
[…] a majority of patients want their healthcare professionals to consider their spiritual needs and desires. Yet many in healthcare are uncomfortable addressing their patients’ religious concerns. How can clinicians address both the physical and spiritual aspects of their patients? What can we offer to patients that goes beyond their physical needs in a truly […]
[…] chose to turn away from God.” My patient was asking me to join in that prayer. People with power and privilege and money and skills (PPMS) can do great things for the world, and they can do great harm if they use those blessings for themselves rather than God. Healthcare professionals achieve this […]
If the electorate is not transparently educated about the devastation these amendments will bring, we can almost be assured the trickery used by abortion proponents will result in permanent loss. Repealing constitutional amendments is extremely difficult, so we must pray and do everything we can to oppose the amendments.
[…] selfishness. I saw my time at home slipping away, and I was selfish with that hour lost. Controlling time is one of my hidden idols. I can do all kinds of good things as long as it’s on my own time schedule. Serving others is usually easy for me if I plan it […]
[…] grace and preservation? Or will I be more like worn out salt that coats the road after an ice storm? “…if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot” (Matthew 5:13, NIV). If we […]
[…] be fine if I just wore a sweater; and no one would care.” “So, what’s the problem?” I asked. “It’s hot in here, and I can’t take my sweater off with my cut-off sleeves.” Humans are fickle creatures. I’m a fickle creature. I like it cold when I go to […]
[…] our experience, the most important step in developing a lifestyle of volunteering was actually taking the first step and getting involved. To offer examples of how you can get involved volunteering in your community wherever God has you planted, I’ve outlined below the volunteering both my wife and I have been involved in throughout […]
[…] The world is hurting and heading toward destruction by Satan, the enemy of our souls. Individually, we must decide to stay committed to Christ; however, together we can win the battle. Let’s be part of the solution by being united in Christ, carrying His banner together. Let’s commit and engage together. David Livingstone said, […]
[…] to catch up. I hope so, but I would love to feel it more. When I spoke to my young friend, I told her, “You can’t make yourself love God anymore than you can make yourself fall in love with your neighbor. Love must be caught, not forced. God is love, and […]
[…] him and demanded he denounce Christ and confess Caesar as Lord, he replied, “86 years have I served Him and He never did me any wrong. How can I now blaspheme my King who saved me?” My lack of trust for God’s provision of time is so un-Polycarpic. It’s like Satan coming to me […]
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[…] His lymphoma was responding well to treatment. As he left the room, he pointed to the cross on my lapel and said, “Since you’ve got this, I can tell you. I’ve found my way back.” “Tell me about it,” I said. “I’ve been lost for some time,” he said. “A buddy, who’s […]
The mission of the CMDA Obstetrics and Gynecology Section is to educate, encourage and equip Christian Practitioners in Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women’s Health demonstrating the love and compassion of the Lord Jesus Christ to patients, to families, to our colleagues, to our communities, and to the world.
[…] we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.” How can I write words more valuable than these for those who are suffering? Paul penned these lines to the church in Corinth centuries ago, and they […]
[…] act in the way we chose, or questions in our lives that shed doubt on who He really was. Does He really hear, does He really care, can He really do anything about this thing I really need? Such naiveté, such innocence before we experienced a life that is now so complicating our faith […]
[…] faith. Certainly, politics impact faith for those who are persecuted around the world because of their faith, but that is not how it should be. We can be faithful followers of Christ and be “far right,” “far left” or “moderate.” We should all be “progressive,” though the Christian value of progress is dependent […]
[…] 4:18, NIV). “I got my hug!” I had not seen her in a while. Her husband had been one of my dear friends with medical problems that complicated COVID and took his life last year. “I was so blessed,” she said. “I was dreaming about him, just like when he was healthy. In that […]
[…] perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God” (1 Corinthians 1:18, NIV). I’ve worked with him for years, through his aggressive cancer, allogeneic transplant, now doing well except for lung damage from the graft versus host disease. He always brings me homemade beef jerky that I hand off […]
“Jesus answered, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me’” (John 14:6, NIV).
“The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, ‘Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” (John 1:29, NIV).
[…] raise rejuvenated voices and praise Him with bodies made new. Editor’s Note: An earlier version of this article first appeared at desiringGod.org. Register Now You can hear more from Dr. Butler during a plenary session at the 2023 CMDA National Convention on April 27-30, 2023 in the Cincinnati, Ohio area. This is […]
[…] yet know Him. You have a high sense of purpose, duty, and calling. This way of life often brings challenges. These challenges, when left unexplored or unaddressed, can contribute to spiritual dissonance, relational conflict, and even departure from the field. What are 5:11 Groups? 5:11 Groups are made up of long-term healthcare missionaries that […]
[…] line. Reach out by email Email Reach out by Phone Call Reach out online Member Page Update Your Communication Preferences: As a member of CMDA, you can decide what communications you receive from us. Simply login to your CMDA account (your user portal) and under the “Subscriptions” tab, you can select any and […]
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[…] transformational mentoring, coaching and discipleship to our local healthcare community In short, your investment fuels the Great Commission in our local Christian healthcare community so that it can serve as a launching pad for the gospel. From Phoenix to the ends of the earth! Student Ministry Each campus has a student-run CMDA chapter. Activities […]
The Christian Medical Association at UVA exists to provide fellowship, encourage spiritual growth, and build authentic relationships both within the Christian community and the larger UVA medical community. Our desire is to serve and encourage both students and faculty and promote discussion on the intersection of faith and medicine. CMA is largely student-led and […]
[…] settings. This text is only for editing and will not appear after you publish the changes. Preview modal- Contact Us Δ Name(Required) First Last Permanent Email(Required) Questions/ Comments Submit Menu AMS Home About Us Resources Stay Connected Get Involved Donate Meet Our Leadership: Warren Yamashita, MD, MPH Chair, AMS Dr. Yamashita’s Biography Warren is […]
[…] with the cultural, social, spiritual, medical and dental problems in developing countries while allowing them to serve the underserved. ELIGIBILITY You must be: A CMDA member. You can join CMDA at members.cmda.org(opens in new tab). A dentist. First-time Global Health Outreach or Medical Education International participant. Click here(opens in new tab) for more information […]
[…] Social interactions and work environments have been changed by social distancing, masks, hospital and nursing home visitation restrictions and working from home. Freedom of movement about our communities and the nation has been limited by “stay-at-home orders” and mass travel restrictions. The availability of vaccines provides a sliver of hope but also raises many […]
Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, our society has had to adapt to unprecedented restrictions and limitations. During this trying time, it has been difficult to find points of optimism. The rapid development of vaccine candidates utilizing varied techniques remains encouraging.
[…] us of the faith “Hall of Fame” in chapter 11 and the numerous examples of heroes of the faith who have preceded us. By looking back, we can appreciate the many godly men and women in our CMDA “cloud of witnesses” who have served in healthcare, caring in Christ’s name and following in Jesus’ […]
[…] and teach us more?” Director of Medical Health Homes, Skopje “You’ve come back. There may be a glimmer of hope. Actually, that’s only the second time I can remember using that word.” Before completing this application, please thoroughly read the guidelines for this award. Please give thoughtful and complete responses to every question. If […]
[…] from other resources. The following areas are vital when thinking about medical mission personnel- Recruitment and Member Care. Partnerships We do not live in a vacuum nor can we be successful if we operate as if we do. The successful person in international healthcare, in the future, will value and understand how to form […]
This fund is for the support of individuals who are exploring a commitment to the medical mission field or those already medical missionaries. Typical grantees include premedical or predental students who have made a commitment to the healing professions, medical or dental students who have a committed Christian faith or physicians in residency who […]
[…] the following (attach to application). Place • Timetable • Approximate cost • Nature of project • Supervision Why this project is important to you? How this experience can/will expand your world awareness? How the project will enhance your personal and professional life? SPIRITUAL EVALUATION The Grant Committee is interested in what you anticipate the […]
[…] of conscience, abortion and its impact on women, human cloning/destructive human embryo research, and end of life issues including physician-assisted suicide and healthcare rationing. Learn more at www.bdfund.org or contact BDF president and general counsel Nikolas T. Nikas at ntnikas@bdfund.org or at (602) 751-7234. Christian Legal Society Christian Legal Society (CLS) is a nationwide […]
[…] are a local resource for women involved in WPDC. If you know of any such groups in your area, we would appreciate hearing about them so we can also post them. Please contact the WPDC Administrator. Recommended Resources A library of resources that we recommend to our members focusing on a variety of today’s […]
[…] transform lives with the gospel. CMDA Atlanta’s vision is to strengthen and equip doctors, PA’s, nurses, dentists, pharmacists, students, and other healthcare professionals with the wisdom and compassion of Christ as they transform their professional fields through holistic care. Through this network of Christ-centered, compassionate caregivers, people receive the latest medical treatment as well […]
In the spring 2019 edition of Today’s Christian Doctor, you can earn continuing education credits with an article from Dr. Thomas Okamoto about doctor suicide and how healthcare is responding to the increasing rate of doctor suicides in the U.S. This edition also includes articles about focusing on health, leading a Bible study and more.
Through CMDA’s Department of Continuing Education, you can earn continuing medical and dental education credits at a variety of CMDA events around the country. The Christian Medical & Dental Associations® is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for healthcare providers.
“‘Will the one who contends with the Almighty correct him?…’ Then Job answered the Lord: “I am unworthy—how can I reply to you? I put my hand over my mouth’” (Job 40:2-4, NIV).
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast” (Ephesians 2:8-9, NIV).
[…] This weekly devotion is targeted specifically for the healthcare professionals, and it is distributed weekly as an e-newsletter. When you subscribe to the Weekly Devotional blog, you can join the conversation and share your thoughts about each week’s thought-provoking message. Close up view of doctor touching patient hand, showing empty and kindness. Close Up […]
In the summer 2025 edition of CMDA Today, read about a personal medical journey displaying the sufficiency of God, take a look at two brand-new CMDA resources, discover CMDA’s newest commission and how you can engage in mentoring the next generation, and much more.
In the spring 2025 edition of CMDA Today, take a side-by-side look at the impact both healthcare and CMDA can have on a mother and daughter, explore a central question to the discussion of faith and healthcare, bring hope to the suffering, hear personal CMDA stories and much more.
“One day when large groups of people were walking along with him, Jesus turned and told them, ‘Anyone who comes to me but refuses to let go of father, mother, spouse, children, brothers, sisters—yes, even one’s own self! —can’t be my disciple…’” (Luke 14:25-26, MSG).
In the winter 2024 edition of CMDA Today, discover ways the Church can help those who struggle with mental health overcome stigma and grow in Christ, how CMDA is helping healthcare professionals satisfy DEA requirements through online training, how the modern transformation of medicine impacts healthcare professionals, and more.
If the electorate is not transparently educated about the devastation these amendments will bring, we can almost be assured the trickery used by abortion proponents will result in permanent loss. Repealing constitutional amendments is extremely difficult, so we must pray and do everything we can to oppose the amendments.
[…] hosted by CMDA’s Senior Vice President of Bioethics Jeff Barrows, DO, MA (Ethics), and it features members of the Advocacy team and special guests. Listen to learn more about Advocacy’s grassroots efforts at the state and federal level, legal and legislative victories, plus learn how you can be involved in achieving justice for the vulnerable.
We have no real power to change others. We can point them toward truth, we can pray for them and we can show them rational and emotional reasons to change; ultimately, any growth on their part must be motivated by their own desire and decision to change.
[…] at his continued response, unrelated to the issues above: “The main reason I’m not doing well is that I want to serve the Lord again, and I just can’t.” He was too weak and too displaced by his circumstances to have a solid foundation from which he could serve, and his heart was deeply committed.
For more than 80 years, we have pursued one goal—to transform the lives of healthcare professionals so they can transform the world. Through more than 40 programs including campus and community ministries, medical missions, public policy and much more, CMDA continues to be a driving force in healthcare—enriching hundreds of thousands of lives each year.
[…] has progressed significantly and has increasingly supported the pro-life position. The science of embryology supports life beginning at conception. Second, recent research has shown that pre-born babies can feel pain as early as 12 weeks’ gestation. Third, research documents that abortion is associated with an increased risk of pre-term birth and breast cancer in […]
In the Spring 2022 edition of CMDA Today, learn how God’s Word can help you de-stress, hear from a doctor about how she believes the healthcare industry should return to its roots, join CMDA in welcoming two new missions ministries, receive continuing education credit for a new course on transgender identification, follow Dr. John […]
[…] Christian Doctor. In this edition of the magazine, learn more about how one CMDA member has been focused on providing street medicine to the underserved throughout COVID-19. Plus, you can earn continuing education credits, get involved with a new CMDA specialty section, learn how to practice Christ-like presence in an age of burnout and more.
[…] of mental health disorders. Treatment should involve therapy as much is available in the areas where they are recovering and learning to return to normal life. Medications can be considered for these mental health diagnoses as well with care taken in prescribing for children and teenagers. This article gives a framework for primary care […]
In this fall 2019 edition of Today’s Christian Doctor, Joni Eareckson Tada shares her journey of trusting God and finding purpose when “cure” doesn’t come. Plus, you can earn up to three hours of continuing education credits, learn more about how your conscience freedoms are being protected and more.
Membership Donate Now Through CMDA’s Standards4Life, we offer you simple and succinct guides to help answer your biggest questions about healthcare issues. YOU can make the difference of life or death in issues such as abortion, stem cell research, and physician-assisted suicide by educating yourself and others. These guides are free for your use. […]
[…] Healthcare professionals function within the context of a volatile, uncertain, complex, and rapidly changing environment, with burnout becoming all too common. Coaching is a powerful skill that can help. This online course is designed to equip participants with the mindset and skills to help colleagues, patients and others deal with change, navigate the uncertainty […]
[…] occurs in every part of the world, from less developed countries to more developed countries. As such, it is a crime under U.S. and international law. Victims can be any age, any gender and from any economic standing in life. Human Trafficking CME-Certified Learning Modules Mission Statement The CMDA Commission on Human Trafficking exists to […]
The CMDA Center for Well-being helps Christian healthcare professionals align with God, optimize well-being and maximize influence.
Christian Healthcare Professional Search Find a CMDA Member Healthcare Professional Select an area of the map by typing a zip code, city, or state. You can zoom in on the map and select pins to look at practices and healthcare members in an area. If you search for a specific professional by name, the results…
[…] are facing these difficult patient care decisions or questions. The hotline is provided by an on-call panel of Christian physician ethicists who also formulate CMDA’s ethical position statements that are based on scientific, moral and biblical principles. You can reach the hotline by calling 423-844-1000 or filling out the form below. Ethics Questions or Comments Form
[…] educate, encourage and equip Christian healthcare professionals to glorify God. If you are seeking healthcare services, we provide a member search directory on this page that you can use to find a healthcare professional in your area. CONTACT CMDA [Main Contact CMDA Page] Name* First Last Email* Enter Email Confirm Email Phone Ministry You […]
[…] 1. The mission, vision, ministry, voice and governance of CMDA may reflect God’s will as discerned by the membership; 2. The ministry opportunities and activities of CMDA can be communicated and implemented throughout its membership, the Church, and the community. Want to Get Involved in the CMDA Board of Trustees or House of Representatives? […]
November 6, 2026 Join us for an evening of fellowship with healthcare professionals and students from Johnson City and the surrounding communities.
[…] patients’ spiritual concerns in clinical settings. Many studies demonstrate the fact that a majority of patients want their healthcare professionals to consider their spiritual needs and desires. Yet many in healthcare are uncomfortable addressing their patients’ religious concerns. How can clinicians address both the physical and spiritual aspects of their patients with sensitivity and respect?
[…] patients’ spiritual concerns in clinical settings. Many studies demonstrate the fact that a majority of patients want their healthcare professionals to consider their spiritual needs and desires. Yet many in healthcare are uncomfortable addressing their patients’ religious concerns. How can clinicians address both the physical and spiritual aspects of their patients with sensitivity and respect?
[…] within all things I experience because I love Him and am settled within His purpose (Romans 8:28). I believe Him as I look back on my life. Can I believe Him in the middle of it all? Dear Father, Thank you for broken pieces you fashion into our good and your glory. Amen
[…] ultimately transform lives. MEI has served in more than 30 countries, bringing together physicians, dentists, nurses, therapists, researchers, and other healthcare professionals who believe their professional skills can be used as an expression of their faith and calling. MEI Logo Color WHITE Slogan Tagline MEI Logo Color WHITE Slogan Tagline MEI Logo Color WHITE […]
[…] was still there in the room with the other disciples when Christ appeared. The doubt in his mind did not alter the commitment in his steps. We can live for God’s glory, even within our doubt, if the next step we take is the fork that leads to Him. Donald Hankey said, “True […]
[…] patients’ spiritual concerns in clinical settings. Many studies demonstrate the fact that a majority of patients want their healthcare professionals to consider their spiritual needs and desires. Yet many in healthcare are uncomfortable addressing their patients’ religious concerns. How can clinicians address both the physical and spiritual aspects of their patients with sensitivity and respect?
[…] patients’ spiritual concerns in clinical settings. Many studies demonstrate the fact that a majority of patients want their healthcare professionals to consider their spiritual needs and desires. Yet many in healthcare are uncomfortable addressing their patients’ religious concerns. How can clinicians address both the physical and spiritual aspects of their patients with sensitivity and respect?
[…] meet their death for loving Him. When Christians face their own deaths and when the persecuted church throughout our world has nothing left to lose, they certainly can cry a victory song, “Jesus is enough!” Is He enough for me as well? Enough in the middle of a complex world with good things […]
[…] patients’ spiritual concerns in clinical settings. Many studies demonstrate the fact that a majority of patients want their healthcare professionals to consider their spiritual needs and desires. Yet many in healthcare are uncomfortable addressing their patients’ religious concerns. How can clinicians address both the physical and spiritual aspects of their patients with sensitivity and respect?
September 29 – November 3, 2026 You’re invited to boost your communication skills, so needed in these challenging times in healthcare. This online, six-week, highly interactive coaching training will equip you to lead more effectively, assist colleagues with burnout, improve patient health outcomes and maximize the potential in others. Registration is open to all […]
[…] The applicant must be: 1. A first-time Global Health Outreach short-term medical missions participant. 2. A CMDA member (CMDA membership is at no cost for student members). You can join CMDA at joincmda.org. 3. A student in a professional or pre-professional course of study expected to lead to a position in healthcare, i.e., students of medicine, dentistry, […]
“But when the appropriate time had come, God sent out his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, to redeem those under the law, so that we may be adopted as sons with full rights” (Galatians 4:4-5, NET).
[…] worldview beliefs. Get Free Access Now! The first module in this series is FREE for all. Please provide us with your name and email address so we can get feedback about the curriculum and provide updates when new curriculum becomes available. Standing Strong In Practice Logo With Tagline Standing Strong In Practice Logo With […]
[…] of Christian fellowship CMDA colleagues, family, and friends. Though this won’t be a biblical tour per se, we will have special times for worship and devotions each day. Space is limited to 45 people, so register to confirm your spot today. We can’t wait to travel with you—join us for the adventure of a lifetime!
[…] up each week. Once a month I schedule work at a healthcare clinic for the uninsured. Once a week I seek a circumstance where I can meaningfully impact someone who is resource deprived. At least once a year I spend a week or more in international missions, serving those who have […]
[…] patients’ spiritual concerns in clinical settings. Many studies demonstrate the fact that a majority of patients want their healthcare professionals to consider their spiritual needs and desires. Yet many in healthcare are uncomfortable addressing their patients’ religious concerns. How can clinicians address both the physical and spiritual aspects of their patients with sensitivity and respect?
[…] fully and forever. Some of us carry ashes that may not be transformed on this side of glory, but now, backed by His promise above, we can look at those ashes and declare, “Someday, He will make you beautiful.” All of us were destined to slide into hell or nothingness until the […]
[…] Member We encourage you to become a member of CMDA and then get involved with our section and the activities we offer. To become a member, visit www.cmda.org/join. Contact Us If you would like to know more about our activities and outreach, be placed on our mailing list, join the section or have any […]
[…] out the gospel in the context of our work. Our Purpose The purpose of our group is to encourage one another to show the loving care and compassion of our Lord Jesus Christ to the children and families we care for, to our staffs and professional colleagues, to our communities and to the world […]