ACCMA Statement: Protecting Our Patients and Community April 11, 2025 Advocacy, Educational, Hot Topics ACCMA Releases New Statement on Protecting Our Patients and Community The Alameda-Contra Costa Medical Association has published a new policy statement, “Protecting Our Patients and Community: Values and Priorities Guiding Our Response to Federal Threats to Health Care.” Developed in response to mounting federal challenges to health care access, equity, and science-based practice, this document outlines the values and priorities that will guide ACCMA’s advocacy and public engagement in the months ahead. It affirms our commitment to evidence-based medicine, equitable care, and protecting the most vulnerable members of our communities. As physicians, we have a responsibility to speak out against efforts to undermine the health of our patients and the integrity of our profession. This statement articulates a clear vision for how we can work together to safeguard essential health programs like Medicare, Medi-Cal, and the Affordable Care Act; defend access to reproductive and gender-affirming care; and strengthen our health care workforce and public health infrastructure. You can view the full statement here. We invite you to share this document with colleagues, community leaders, and policymakers as we continue to advocate for a health system rooted in science, compassion, and justice. Your voice and engagement are critical to this work, and we thank you for your membership and support.