March 26, 2026
UCA members should be on the lookout for an electronic ballot to vote in the 2026 UCA Board of Directors election. Voting will be conducted online, and all eligible members will receive ballot instructions via email.
The Board plays a critical role in guiding the association’s strategic direction and advancing Urgent Care, so member participation is important. To learn more about the election process and Board responsibilities, visit the UCA Board of Directors Elections page
Time is moving quickly and we are almost heading to Chicago for the 2026 Urgent Care Convention, the place that is shaping the future of Urgent Care. Registration is filling, and once it closes, the opportunity is gone.
From must‑see sessions and real‑world insights to networking you can’t replicate anywhere else—Convention is where connections happen, ideas turn into action and the Urgent Care community comes together in one place. If you’ve been meaning to register, this is your sign to do it now.
And don’t forget the Foundation Celebration.
Tickets for this signature event are limited and going fast. It’s the night everyone talks about. An unforgettable evening of connection, celebration and giving back alongside your peers. When tickets sell out, there won’t be another chance to join in. Buy your Celebration tickets now.
Waiting means missing out. Act now and make sure you’re in the room where it all happens.
Urgent Care Compass is redefining how Urgent Care professionals explore, compare and pursue career opportunities. Bringing clarity, transparency and purpose to every step of the journey.
Built specifically for the Urgent Care community, it puts real opportunities, real insights, and real alignment at your fingertips.
Explore what’s next, with confidence.
The College of Urgent Care Medicine Members Meeting is your opportunity to connect with fellow clinician leaders, stay informed on the work shaping the specialty and take part in meaningful discussion.
Join us Sunday, April 12 at 12:00 p.m. CT during the Convention for this important gathering of CUCM members. This is a valuable opportunity to hear directly from your peers, ask questions and engage in the direction of the College.
Whether you’ve been deeply involved or are looking to become more engaged, the CUCM Members Meeting is a must‑attend moment to stay connected, informed and invested in the future of the specialty.
We look forward to seeing you there and continuing the conversation together.
Advanced Practice Clinicians are invited to connect at the APC Meetup Breakfast during the Urgent Care Convention on Monday, April 13, from 7:15–8:30 a.m. in the Marquette Room.
Hosted by the College of Urgent Care Medicine APC Special Interest Group, the breakfast meetup offers casual networking and community building for NPs and PAs practicing Urgent Care medicine.
As members of the Celebration Committee, we want to extend a personal invitation to join us at the 2026 Foundation Celebration on Monday, April 13, during the 2026 Urgent Care Convention at the Historic Hilton Chicago Ballroom!
Why You Should Attend
This isn’t just a stunning night out — it’s a powerful fundraising event that fuels the Foundation’s educational campaigns and national awareness efforts, helping ensure Urgent Care’s vital role is recognized by the public, patients and payers. Your presence directly supports research, advocacy and education that strengthen our entire field.
Secure your spot, show your support and celebrate the future of Urgent Care with us.
Hope to see you there!
From the UCF Celebration Committee:
Andrea Malik Roe, Chair
Brooke Tomlinson, Chair
Luis de la Prida, MBA
April Gillam
Lou Ellen Horwitz
The online election will take place April 6 – April 14 and will close at 1:00 p.m. CT. Candidates will be introduced during the CUCM Lunch & Members Meeting on April 12 from 12:00–1:30 p.m. CT at the Convention, and election winners, along with new UCA board members, will be announced at the UCA Members Meeting on April 14.
Votes will be submitted via electronic ballot, with each individual CUCM member receiving one vote.
When voting, members must select two APCs and one physician from the listed candidates.
College members will receive an email notification when the election opens with instructions on how to vote.
Urgent Updates are curated highlights of guidelines, reviewed by (and some directly coming from) Urgent Care clinicians. These highlights represent the actual intent of these articles and how they relate to the practice of Urgent Care medicine.
Thursday, April 2 | 12:00 p.m. CT
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