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AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF MEDICAL ASSISTANTS
Welcome to the Illinois Society of Medical Assistants website. Thank you for visiting.
The mission of the Illinois Society of Medical Assistants is to unite into one society the medical assistants in the state of Illinois for the purpose of maintaining the current standards of the CMA (AAMA) credential through educational programs.
In addition to advancing the profession by giving honest, loyal and efficient service to the public and continue to work within the medical community to demonstrate the knowledge and professionalism of the CMA (AAMA).
NEWS & EVENTS
2025 ISMA SYMPOSIUM
October 18, 2025
Holiday Inn Rock Island, IL
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SIRMA CONTINUING EDUCATION SESSION
Saturday, November 1, 2025
SWIC’s Granite City Campus
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ISMA 2026 CONFERENCE
April 24-25, 2026
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Holiday Inn & Suites
7601 N Orange Prairie Road
Peoria, IL 61615
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ISMA Monthly
Business Meetings
All business meetings are held via zoom. Dates are to be determined.
If you would like to join our monthly meetings please email us and we will add you to the zoom invite. Thank you.​​​
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President's Letter
November, 2025
Dear ISMA Members and Fellow Medical Assistants,
I wanted to take a moment to share an update on what’s been happening within our state society. We recently wrapped up our 2025 ISMA Symposium, and it was truly a wonderful success! We had an excellent array of speakers, engaging educational sessions, and an outstanding turnout. It was inspiring to see so many medical assistants come together to learn, grow, and connect.
As we now look ahead to Thanksgiving, let us take time to reflect on what this season truly represents—family, friendship, gratitude, and kindness. We are all blessed to be part of a profession built on caring for others, and this is a perfect time to share that same compassion with those around us.
A friendly reminder that AAMA membership dues are due by December 31st. Your membership provides access to valuable educational opportunities, professional growth, networking, and continued connection with our medical assisting community. Please take a moment to renew your membership before the deadline so you can continue to enjoy these benefits.
I also want to encourage everyone to get involved—whether at the state level or through your local chapter. We are always looking for fresh ideas, new faces, and enthusiastic members who want to make a difference in our profession.
Looking ahead, please mark your calendars for our State Conference in April 2026! More details will be shared soon, but you can always visit our website Illinois Society of Medical Assistants | Home for updates and additional information.
If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly at 815-238-6938.
Wishing you all a joyful and blessed Thanksgiving! Take this time to rest, recharge, and enjoy the company of family and friends.
Warm regards,
Katherine Schoonhoven, CMA (AAMA)
President, Illinois Society of Medical Assistants
