The 2026 KMA Annual Meeting also celebrated the graduation of the 2026 Kentucky Physicians Leadership (KPLI) Institute class.
Ten physicians completed the award-winning leadership program, which prepares physicians to become more effective leaders within their practices, hospitals, communities, and organized medicine. Throughout the year, participants engaged in a series of leadership development sessions focused on communication, advocacy, governance, emotional intelligence, and professional growth.
Graduates of the 2026 class include Rebecca Chatham, M.D., of Danville; Alexander Hou, M.D., of Edgewood; John Frandina, M.D., of Lexington; Manikya Kuriti, M.D., of Louisville; Stephanie McGee, M.D., of Louisville; Rejith Paily, M.D., of Louisville; Melonie Proctor, D.O., of Union; Ishmael Stevens, M.D., of Ashland; Tina Simpson, M.D., of Louisville; and Allison Yoder, M.D., of Louisville.
