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TOMA's 70th Annual MidWinter Conference

Thank You for a Successful 70th MidWinter Conference

Thank you to everyone who joined us in Conroe for the 70th Annual MidWinter Conference. Your participation, engagement and commitment to the osteopathic profession helped make this milestone event a tremendous success for TOMA and our community of physicians, students and partners across Texas.

The energy, collaboration and shared learning throughout the weekend reflected the strength of the osteopathic profession and the dedication of those who continue to move it forward.

For registered attendees, access to the conference recordings and on-demand CME sessions will remain available through April 19, 2026.

Contact us below if you have any questions about accessing your on-demand content. 

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Quick Links: Candidates for Board of Trustees | Student Doctor of the Year | Photo Gallery (Coming Soon)

Candidates for Board of Trustees

During the TOMA Annual Business Meeting and Luncheon, several candidates were motioned to attendees, who were then seconded and approved. Below is a list of the following leaders of osteopathic who will be leading TOMA in the near future:

  • Kris Belland, DO, MPH, MBA, MSS, CPE (President-Elect)
  • Rick Lin, DO (Vice President)
  • Katherine Pederson, DO (Trustee)
  • Valerie DeLuca, DO (Trustee)
  • Lisa R. Nash, DO (Trustee)
  • J. David Miller, DO (Trustee)
  • Thomas J. Mohr, DO, FACOI, FAOGME (Trustee)
  • John T. Pham, DO, FACOFP (Trustee)
  • Kitty Browne, DO (Trustee)
  • Townes Leigh, DO (Trustee)

Trustee terms will end in 2029. 

Student Doctor of the Year

Each year, TOMA recognizes students for their demonstrated accomplishments in academic achievement, leadership and commitment to the future of the Osteopathic profession as Osteopathic medical students. With three osteopathic institutions in Texas, we are proud to announce one winner from each school. 

This year's winners: 

Melanie Sturm, OMS
Sam Houston State University College of Osteopathic Medicine (SHSU-COM)
Purvey Patel, OMS 
University of North Texas Health Science Center Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (TCOM)
Laura Kade, OMS 
University of Incarnate Word School of Osteopathic Medicine (UIW-SOM)

Photo Gallery (Coming Soon)

Stay tuned for photos from our conference.