Erie County Medical Society Gala Recap
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The Medical Society of the County of Erie (MSCE) welcomed more than 150 physicians, medical students, and community leaders to their 2025 Gala on Thursday at The Twentieth Century Club in Buffalo.
Dr. Willie Underwood, President-Elect of the American Medical Association, MSCE Past President and recipient of the 2025 MSCE Lifetime Achievement Award, gave an inspiring keynote speech.
He discussed the importance of community engagement while supporting the next generation of physicians, and top priority items of the AMA, which include reforming Medicare payments, addressing prior authorization, and improving physician well-being.
Also honored were Dr. Gale Burstein, who received the Outstanding Service Award; and Drs. Fred Archer and Robert Perry, who received the Distinguished Mentor Award.
Dr. Iris Danziger passed the gavel to MSCE’s incoming President, Dr. Michael Terranova.
The Medical Society of the State of New York was represented by Dr. David Jakubowicz, President, and Dr. Thomas Lee, Executive Vice President.
