In its second year, Pints and Politics is growing. A sixth session was added to this year’s events, and record attendance, especially in Indianapolis, allowed physicians to have a voice in the legislative sphere. A special focus on telling the physician's story encouraged guests to speak freely about their experiences.
“Scope of practice continues to be a top discussion point and priority for ISMA,” said Doug Boyle, Director of Policy and Government Affairs. “The unity we see in the physician concerns shows that we are aligned in our efforts.”
Rachel Manley, MD, and Carrie Davis, MD, attended the Bloomington Pints and Politics event at Upland Brewing Company.
The Merrillville session included Senator Ed Charbonneau (District 5 – Valparaiso); Representative Earl Harris Jr. (District 2 - East Chicago);
Senator Rodney Pol (District 4 – Chesterton); and Senator Lonnie Randolph (District 2 - East Chicago).
Vice President of Government Affairs John Ruckelshaus speaks before a group at the Hoppy Gnome in Fort Wayne on Oct. 21. A total of 26 attended that night.
Ryan Singerman, DO, attended several of the Pints and Politics events to introduce himself as ISMA's new president.
Hear his speech at the 2025 ISMA Convention.
Vice President of Government Affairs John Ruckelshaus speaks before a group in Terre Haute while new ISMA President Ryan Singerman, DO,
and Director of Policy and Government Affairs Doug Boyle check in with the guests.
Representative Alaina Shonkwiler (House District 29 - Noblesville/Hamilton County) addresses a packed Indianapolis crowd at Pints and Politics Tuesday night.
Senator Brett Clark (Senate District 24 - Avon/Hendricks County) listens to the physician's side of the story at Pints and Politics.
Senator Scott Alexander (Senate District 26 - Muncie/Delaware County) talks to ISMA members at District Tap in Indianapolis.