General Information The House of Delegates, also known as the “House” or HOD, is the LSMS’ policymaking body, and is the foundation of organized medicine in Louisiana. It is a democratic forum that represents the views and interests of a diverse group of member physicians and medical students who come together to establish broad policy on health, medical, professional and governance matters. Composition of the House of Delegates The House of Delegates has approximately 200 voting delegates, each selected by the group being represented. All delegates are required to be LSMS members. LSMS Bylaws establish the criteria for membership in the House of Delegates.
The House includes elected delegates from:
LSMS Medical Districts, allocated on a proportional basis with one delegate per 25 active, part-time, and dues exempt members.
Chartered parish medical societies, allocated on a proportional basis with one delegate per 25 joint active, part-time, and dues exempt members.
Affiliated parish medical societies, allocated on a proportional basis with one delegate per 25 joint active, part-time, and dues exempt members.
Each medical school in the state who is accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME).
LSMS Senior Physician Section, Young Physician Section, Resident & Fellow Section, and Medical Student Section.
Statewide specialty societies
Additionally, the House includes the following non-elected delegates:
The general officers of the society
The LSMS delegation to the American Medical Association
All past presidents of the society
All past Speakers of the House of Delegates
The Editor of the LSMS Journal, and Emeritus Officers
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