Christian Medical & Dental Association
Student Organizations Athens
Our Mission
Christian Medical & Dental Associations (CMDA) provides a faith-based community for students at the Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine. The organization鈥檚 mission is to educate, encourage, and equip Christian healthcare professionals to glorify God through their calling in medicine. CMDA believes that Christian healthcare professionals glorify God by following Christ in both their personal and professional lives, serving with excellence, integrity, and compassion, caring for all people regardless of background or belief, and advancing Biblical principles of healthcare within the Church and throughout the world. CMDA exists to support students spiritually, emotionally, and professionally as they navigate the journey of becoming physicians.
Officers, 2026-2027
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| President | Samuel Frank |
| Vice President | Nathan Rice |
| Treasurer | Andworest Senatus |
| Advisor | Joy Walton, M.D. |
No Dues
Services Provided
CMDA fosters spiritual support and professional development through Bible studies, speaker events, prayer meetings, and mentorship. We engage the local community by volunteering at free clinics and supporting local health outreach initiatives. Within the college, we cultivate a culture of service, integrity, and encouragement鈥攑roviding a faith-based support system for medical students navigating the rigors of their training.
Tentative Schedule for 2026-2027
- August: Dinner and Bible Study
- September: Bible Study
- October: Bible Study and Speaker
- November: Bible Study
- January: Bible Study
- February: Bible Study
- March: Bible Study and Worship Night
- April: Dinner and Bible Study
*TBD Events*
- CMDA - Athens will be partnering with local Churches to engage in community service put on by the Church. Dates for these events will be announced during the Fall and Spring Semester as they become available.
- CMDA - Athens will participate in at least one national or state CMDA conference (typically in Northeast Ohio). Date for 2026-27 is TBD. All transportation and housing for traveling will be the responsibility of the member. Participation is NOT mandatory.