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A National Movement for Health Justice
Formed in 2009, DFA empowers clinicians to advocate for equitable, evidence-based health systems that serve all communities.
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Our Vision
We envision a healthy America for everyone, grounded in the following principles that guide our advocacy and action.
Every person deserves equitable, high-quality, and affordable care - no exceptions.
Opportunity for health should not depend on where you live, what you earn, or who you are.
Every sector of society must help create strong, thriving families and communities.
Clinicians have a duty to lead in ending disparities and transforming the healthcare system.
Every person deserves equitable, high-quality, and affordable care—no exceptions.
Every person deserves equitable, high-quality, and affordable care—no exceptions.
Every person deserves equitable, high-quality, and affordable care—no exceptions.
Every person deserves equitable, high-quality, and affordable care—no exceptions.
What We Stand For
We ensure every action meets our highest standard: will it help create a healthier America for everyone?
We lead with honesty, independence, and clinical credibility.
We speak up, even when it’s hard, to challenge unjust policies and protect patients.
We center the voices and needs of marginalized communities in every campaign.
We act on science, data, and lived experience, not political pressure or corporate influence.
We work across disciplines, geographies, and identities to create meaningful change.
We turn insight into impact, through policy, storytelling, organizing, and education.
We lead with honesty, independence, and clinical credibility.
We speak up—even when it’s hard—to challenge unjust policies and protect patients.
We center the voices and needs of marginalized communities in every campaign.
We act on science, data, and lived experience—not political pressure or corporate influence.
We work across disciplines, geographies, and identities to create meaningful change.
We turn insight into impact—through policy, storytelling, organizing, and education.
Board of Directors
Meet the leaders guiding DFA’s mission, strategy, and independence.
Our Team
DFA’s core team brings expertise in advocacy, organizing, digital strategy, and coalition building.
State Chapter Leadership
Our chapter leaders bring advocacy to the local level, organizing campaigns and mobilizing change where it’s needed most.
Lead the Movement With Us
We’re building what’s next in physician-led advocacy and we need committed leaders like you to drive strategy, campaigns, and change.
Let’s Connect
Have a question or want to get involved? Our team would love to hear from you.
