Saturday, October 4, 2025
Renaissance Indianapolis North
Annual Business Meeting
Renaissance Indianapolis North Carmel, IN
Saturday – October 4, 2025
8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
TENATIVE AGENDA
ITEM
1. Call To Order: Dr. Graves
2. Quorum Call: Dr. Graves
3. Approval of the Agenda: Dr. Graves
4. President’s Report: Dr. Graves
5. Secretary-Treasurer’s Report: Dr. Ladha
6. Foot Support PAC Report: Dr. Ladha
7. APMAPAC Report: Dr. Raynor
8. CAC-PIAC Committee Report: Dr. Ladha and Dr. Winckelbach
9. Midwest Foot and Ankle Conference: Dr. Winckelbach
10. APMA House of Delegate Report: Dr. Moore
11. APMA Board Report: Dr. DeHeer
12. Report of the Lobbyist and Legislative Committee: Ms. Cook
13. Management Report: Executive Director Solak
14. Unfinished Business
A. None
15. New Business
A. Bylaws Amendments: Dr. Graves
B. Budget Committee Report: Dr. Ladha
C. Nominating Committee Report: Dr. Neuhoff
D. Swearing in of Officers and Board Members: Dr. DeHeer
16. Good and Welfare: Dr. Graves
17. Adjournment
President’s Report
I wish to welcome and thank all of you for attending the 99th Annual Conference and the 100th Anniversary Celebration of the Indiana Podiatric Medical Association.
I have always enjoyed attending our annual conference for its educational value and the membership comradery the event provides.
Our lives are so busy with so many things, I really believe it is critical for our association and our profession that we can all get together for this yearly event. A sense of community is important and too often in today’s world we lose that.
As we learn together this weekend, I would ask you to continue supporting the IPMA/APMA with your membership dues, participation and political contributions. These are all key to the success of our association and our profession. The IPMA needs you to be involved and engaged to make change happen for podiatrists, our patients, and our practices.
The Board continues to discuss ways to keep things fresh and new for members. We are beginning a new virtual learning series that will be offered throughout the year so members can obtain more CMEs. And this year’s Convention fee was included in your membership dues. We hope these changes will bring excitement and new engagement with members.
Podiatry is a tremendous profession, and we owe it to the next generation of podiatrists to secure a bright future.
Warmest regards,
Nathan Graves, DPM IPMA President
Secretary – Treasurer Report
Current IPMA Membership Numbers
2025-2026 IPMA/APMA membership dues were sent to the membership in May 2025 with a due date of June. Members that did not submit payments received a suspension letter in September 2025 with instructions to submit dues to reinstate membership.
Financial and Treasurer Report
• Through July, $73,639 17 has been received in 2025/2026 IPMA Membership Dues.
• The IPMA Checking Account has a balance of $60,419.04
• The IPMA Reserve Account has a balance of $32,547.27
• The IPMA Savings Account has a balance of $49,370.22
• The IPMA Morgan Stanley Account has a balance of 107,233.28
The financial health of IPMA remains stable overall but drop-in full time active membership has taken a toll on the budget. APMA and state associations have seen a significant drop in dues revenue. We ask members to do outreach to discuss the benefits of APMA and IPMA membership.
Respectfully submitted,
Zahid Ladha, DPM IPMA Secretary – Treasurer
Foot Support PAC Report
As a member of the IPMA we all have a responsibility to support our profession through a contribution to the IPMA Foot Support PAC. Foot Support PAC supports state level candidates in Indiana.
Each year the Foot Support PAC attempts to raise $10,000 in contributions. Please make your PAC contribution at the registration desk or on the IPMA website.
Foot Support PAC Update
2025 Contribution Numbers through October 1, 2025
Goal: $2,900/$10,000 (29%)
Contributors: 21/190 (11%)
Founding Fathers Level Supporters ($5,000 and Over)
Diamond Level Supporters ($2,500-$4,999)
Platinum Level Supporters ($1,000-$2,499)
Gold Level Supporters ($500-$999)
Dr. Gage Caudell
Dr. Angie Glynn
Dr. Ken Krueger
Executive Director Matt Solak
Silver Level supporters ($300-$499)
Dr. Michael Carroll
Dr. Nathan Graves
Bronze Level Supporters ($150-$299)
Dr. Lida Lanham
Dr. Miranda Goodale
Patriot Level supporters (Less than $150)
Respectfully submitted,
Zahid Ladha, DPM Chair, Foot
Support PAC
APMAPAC Update
This strength in advocacy can only be accomplished by a strong APMAPAC. I am asking that IPMA members support our advocacy efforts with a meaningful PAC contribution. The 2025 APMAPAC campaign has is nearly three quarters over and a big thanks to those who have already made their yearly contribution.
APMAPAC Update
2025 Contribution Numbers through October 1, 2025
Goal: $12,292/$8,446 (145%)
Contributors: 21/190 (11%)
Founding Fathers Level Supporters ($5,000 and Over)
Diamond Level Supporters ($2,500-$4,999)
Dr. Patrick DeHeer
Dr. Zahid Ladha
Dr. Sandra Raynor
Platinum Level Supporters ($1,000-$2,499)
Gold Level Supporters ($500-$999)
Dr. Angie Glynn
Dr. Miranda Goodale
Dr. Ken Krueger
Dr. Daniel Miller
Executive Director Matt Solak
Silver Level supporters ($300-$499)
Dr. Michael Carroll
Dr. Brad Legge
Dr. Patricia Moore
Dr. Kathleen Neuhoff
Dr. David Sullivan
Bronze Level Supporters ($150-$299)
Dr. Robert Freestone
Dr. Tracy Lee
Dr. Chase Stuart
Patriot Level supporters (Less than $150)
Dr. Kent Burress
Dr. Wendy Goldstein
Dr. Jesse Murphy
Dr. William Oliver
Dr. Sarah Standish
Respectfully submitted,
Sandra Raynor, DPM APMAPAC Coordinator
Midwest Foot and Ankle Conference
The Midwest Podiatry Conference is proud to announce its new name: Midwest Foot and Ankle Conference. This change marks an exciting evolution in the conference’s longstanding history and reflects a renewed commitment to innovation in foot and ankle patient care. This enhanced identity better represents the broad spectrum of advanced topics and training offered, encompassing the full scope of foot and ankle medicine and surgery. While the name has changed, the legacy and mission remain the same: to
advance the art and science of podiatric medicine and surgery, improve public health, and provide exceptional continuing education opportunities that elevate provider knowledge and patient outcomes.
On the heels of celebrating the conference’s 75th anniversary, this shift underscores a forward-thinking vision while honoring a legacy of excellence in podiatric education. As we embrace our new identity as the Midwest Foot and Ankle Conference, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing the field of podiatric medicine. This name change is not just a rebranding; it symbolizes our dedication to innovation, collaboration, and the continuous pursuit of excellence in patient care. We are excited to foster a more inclusive environment that brings together a diverse range of specialists, ensuring that our attendees receive the most comprehensive education possible.
Attendees can expect more specialized content, expanded learning tracks, and unparalleled networking opportunities. The conference's tagline remains unchanged: "The premier meeting for foot and ankle physicians, surgeons, and assistants."
The 2026 Midwest Foot and Ankle Conference will be held March 26–29, 2026 at the Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile.
Respectfully submitted,
Wendy Winckelbach, DPM
IPMA Delegate to the Midwest Podiatry Conference
APMA House of Delegates Report
Earlier this year, the 2025 APMA House of Delegates convened in Washington, DC. The house is the governing and legislative body of the organization with representatives from each of APMA’s 53 component associations.
The session began with a special message from Karen Santi, the wife of APMA President Larry Santi, DPM. Dr. Santi was unable to attend the house due to a recent stroke. The entire APMA community sends its well wishes to Dr. Santi and his family during his continued recovery.
Over the last year, Dr. Santi worked tirelessly to engage with AMA and establish a foundation for future collaboration. These efforts were evident as the house welcomed AMA President Bruce A. Scott, MD. Dr. Scott called for unity within the medical community and highlighted the similar issues facing all physicians. “As physicians, we all carry a burden,” he said. “Now we are dealing with attacks on science and questions about whether we can be trusted. We cannot let anything harm the sacred relationship we have with our patients.” He shared key legislative issues AMA and APMA have in common, including Medicare physician payment and prior authorization reform.
Rob Frimmel, DPM, a long-time APMA and Florida Podiatric Medical Association member, was honored with the Award of Excellence on Saturday. Among his other contributions, Dr. Frimmel has served in the APMA House of Delegates for 25 years, chaired the Annual Scientific Meeting Committee seven times, and is also the cofounder of the Team APMA annual Fun Run. Since its inception, more than 1,900 runners and walkers have participated in the run, raising more than $200,000 for the APMA Educational Foundation and student scholarships. In nominating Dr. Frimmel for this award, Dennis Frisch, DPM, wrote that Dr. Frimmel’s “cheerful, quiet demeanor belies a profound commitment to his work and a genuine passion for serving others.”
Other presentations during Saturday’s session focused on the Council on Podiatric Medical Education, a profession-wide branding initiative that would also include student recruitment efforts, and young physician involvement in leadership. APMSA and the Educational Foundation delivered reports, and collectively the delegates and components pledged thousands of dollars to the future of podiatry. The house also voted on several propositions.
Brooke Bisbee, DPM, Installed as APMA President Brooke Bisbee, DPM, was installed as the 99th APMA president by Past President Lloyd Smith, DPM, during the opening day of the 2025 APMA House of Delegates.
In her inaugural address, Dr. Bisbee shared her deep pride in her home state of Arkansas, known as the Natural State, and likened podiatry today to the process through which gems are formed. “We must now seize the opportunity to thrive, to adapt, and to forge ahead with clarity and purpose,” she said. “We are in a crucible in which we will reshape our mission, refocus our advocacy goals, and renew our sense of shared purpose. It is in these moments of pressure that true innovation and growth are often born.”
Dr. Bisbee acknowledged several issues facing the association, including a declining membership, and challenged the members present to be part of the solution. “I ask that every member join me and be part of the solution,” she said. “Begin the conversation with a former classmate, a colleague in your town, or at your local hospital share with your non-member friends and colleagues the good work that APMA and your state society are doing every day for all of podiatry.”
Dr. Bisbee, who has been serving as acting president of the association since late December, closed with an encouraging message to all APMA members. “Let’s mold something truly remarkable and transform our association, and in doing so, ensure that we emerge from this period not just intact, but stronger, more unified, and more vibrant and brilliant than ever before!”
APMA CEO and Executive Director Meghan McClelland, MBA, Delivers State of Association Address
In her first state of the association address to the House of Delegates, APMA CEO and Executive Director Meghan McClelland, MBA, outlined her vision for the association and moving podiatry into the future.
McClelland, who assumed her position in August of 2024, discussed the work already done to evaluate the current state of APMA to determine what changes need to be made to meet the goals of the profession. “Under Dr. Santi and the board’s leadership, over the past months, we have engaged in deep assessments of our systems, resources, and personnel, ensuring we are positioned to meet the needs of our members and the profession,” she said. “We have strengthened our advocacy efforts, expanded our outreach, and begun vital conversations about the future of podiatric medicine.” McClelland noted the passion she has observed as she has traveled and met with members during her first six months and focused on the need for the profession to come together. “A unified profession is a powerful profession. As such, podiatry must come first, before any individual organization.”
She implored the leaders of the profession to come to the table and be difference makers. “Podiatric medicine has never been more essential, and our collective strength will determine our future. As we reflect on Dr. Santi’s leadership and his legacy as president, we must remember his mantra: ‘Together we can.’ Together, we can shape a brighter future. Together, we will advance, elevate, and secure the future of our profession.”
Respectfully submitted,
Patricia Moore, DPM IPMA Chief Delegate
Legislative Report
The General Assembly finished their work early Friday morning, on April 25. The House adjourned for the year at 12:50 a.m. and the Senate followed shortly after at 1:38 a.m.
State lawmakers approved Indiana’s two-year budget- a task that was made much more difficult by the recent revenue forecast that predicted $2 billion less tax revenue over the biennium than was originally anticipated. The $44 billion spending plan, which represents a balanced budget based on the new revenue outlook, includes a $2-per-pack increase on the cigarette tax and a 5% cut in appropriations for most state agencies. The budget was the last measure to pass the General Assembly before lawmakers adjourned for the year.
This year lawmakers tackled a multitude of health care bills. Bills passed include:
HB 1003 -which updates timelines related to when provide patients with good faith estimates upon request, requires labs and diagnostic imaging facilities to post prices for
certain shoppable services, and includes provisions intended to clarify how “site of service” requirements are to be implemented.
HB 1004 – was passed with the intention of driving down costs by addressing hospital fees and nonprofit status of hospitals. The bill redesigns the Hospital Assessment Fee (HAF) and institutes a Managed Care Assessment Fee (MCAF).
SB 475 –prohibits certain physician non-compete agreements. As amended in the House Labor Committee, the scope of the bill was narrowed so that it only prohibited noncompete agreements between physicians (MDs and DOs) and hospital systems. Noncompete agreements will certainly be a continued topic of conversation in future legislative sessions.
SB 473, Which will now allow podiatrists to establish an in-office surgical suite where anesthesia can be administered (in accordance with the provisions of current law). SB 473 has been signed by both the Speaker of the House and the President Pro Tempore of the Senate and is awaiting signature by Governor Braun.
SB 2- is intended to control enrollment and ensure responsible Medicaid spending, most notably by requiring the state to apply to the federal government for a waiver to institute work/volunteer requirements for Medicaid recipients.
Respectfully submitted,
Rhonda Cook and Glenna Shelby IPMA Lobbyists
Staff Management Report
Online Limited Podiatric Radiography Educational Program
As a reminder, the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) requires all podiatric medical assistants who take x-rays to be licensed as a limited podiatric radiographer. In 2018, The IPMA introduced a new limited podiatric radiography program that meets the ISDH requirements and is designed to instruct the podiatry assistant in the safe and effective use of x-rays in the podiatric practice. Offices with questions should contact the office to avoid delays in the process.
Newsletter
The IPMA continues to publish an e-newsletter on a quarterly basis. We have also started publishing a short bi-weekly e-newsletter to increase the outreach to members. If for any reason you are not receiving it, please let us know.
IPMA Members hit Capitol Hill this past Spring
Upon completion of the APMA House of Delegates, the APMA held its Legislative Conference to advocate for podiatric physicians and the patients we serve. Over 100
podiatric physicians attended the two-day event which culminated in APMA members “Hitting the Hill” to discuss important legislative issues with members of Congress.
APMA’s annual Legislative Conference is an outstanding opportunity to make in-person inroads with legislators and their staff. This year members focused on the need for legislative action to address Medicare payment cuts.
IPMA members were able to meet with members or staff from all of Indiana’s congressional delegation during the event to talk about the importance of podiatry for everyday Hoosiers.
Respectfully Submitted,
Matt Solak Executive Director
Proposed Bylaws Amendments
New Business
Article VI. ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING
Section 1. The annual business meeting of this association shall be held in the Fall at the place and hour indicated in the notice therein. The annual business meeting shall serve as the official governing meeting of the association.
Section 2. Notice of the meeting shall be mailed to each member at least thirty (30) days prior to the meeting.
Section 3. Thirty-five (35) 15% of active, associate, life, senior, permanently disabled, postgraduate members in good standing shall constitute a quorum.
Section 4. Powers and Duties
A. Shall have the authority to amend IPMA Bylaws.
B. Shall have the authority to amend the IPMA Administrative Procedures.
C. Shall have the authority to amend the IPMA Code of Ethics governing the professional conduct and behavior of members of this association.
D. Shall elect officers, trustees and delegates to the APMA House of Delegates.
E. Shall approve or disapprove the IPMA Annual Budget
F. Shall approve or disapprove the suspension or expulsion of an IPMA member as recommended by the Board of Directors.
Article VII. SPECIAL MEETINGS
Section 1. Special meetings of this association may be called by the President and the Board or upon request of twenty-five (25) active, associate, life, senior, permanently disabled, postgraduate members in good standing.
Section. 2. Notice of the meeting shall be mailed to the membership at least ten (10) days prior to the meeting.
Section 3. Such special meetings shall be conducted at a time and place determined by the Board.
Section 4. Thirty-five (35) 15% of active, associate, life, senior, permanently disabled, postgraduate members in good standing shall constitute a quorum.
Section 5. Shall have the authority to consider only the business stated in the meeting notice.
Article VIII. BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Section 1. The Board of Trustees shall be composed of:
A. President
B. President-Elect
C. First Vice President
D. Second Vice President
E. Treasurer
F. Immediate Past President
G. One (1) trustee to represent the northern section of Indiana.
H. One (1) trustee to represent the central section of Indiana.
I. One (1) trustee to represent the southern section of Indiana.
J. Three (3) trustees with geographic and practice type diversity.
K. The Executive Director of the Association shall be an ex-officio member of the Board without vote.
Article IX. OFFICERS AND TRUSTEES
Section 2. Term of Office
A. The trustees shall serve three-year a one-year term or until their successors are elected. Trustees can serve for three consecutive terms. One trustee shall be
elected at each annual business meeting of this association, thereby staggering the terms of office.
Article XIII. STANDING COMMITTEES
Section 1. Budget and Finance Committee
A. Duties:
a. The Budget and Finance Committee shall obtain estimated expenses and income as it relates to all aspects of the association.
b. The Budget and Finance Committee shall maintain and monitor the IPMA investment accounts.
c. The Budget and Finance Committee shall provide a projected budget for the following year to the Board of Trustees for approval.
d. Upon approval, the Budget and Finance Committee shall publish the projected budget in the IPMA Newsletter at least thirty (30) days prior to the annual business meeting.
Nominating Committee Report
The Nominating Committee of the Indiana Podiatric Medical Association met via e-mail and telephone. The following members have been contacted via e-mail and telephone and all have agreed to serve if elected.
POSITION NAME
Second Vice President Kathryn Alleva, DPM
Secretary-Treasurer Zahid Ladha, DPM
South Trustee (3 year term) Matthew Parmenter, DPM
APMA Delegate Sandra Raynor, DPM
APMA Delegate Wendy Goldstein, DPM
APMA Alternate Delegate Patricia Moore, DPM
APMA Alternate Delegate Zahid Ladha, DPM
Board Members with remaining years on their current term for 2025 are as follows:
Central Trustee (2- year term) Brad Legge DPM
North Trustee (1 year term) Nathan Graves, DPM
The IPMA Bylaws were changed in 2017 to create an automatic ascension of the officer positions on the IPMA Board. These officer positions need no further voting.
President Michael Carroll, DPM
President-Elect Gage Caudell, DPM
First Vice President Sarah Standish, DPM
Immediate Past President Nathan Graves, DPM
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen Neuhoff, DPM Chair, IPMA Nominating Committee
Dept 8 House Of Delegates/National