The Miami-Dade County Medical Association (MDCMA) proudly announced the installation of Julie Kantor, M.D., F.A.A.P., as its 2026-2027 President during the Association’s 116th Presidential Inauguration, held on June 13 at the JW Marriott Miami Brickell.
The inauguration marked a historic and celebratory evening for organized medicine in Miami-Dade County, bringing together physician leaders, elected officials, healthcare stakeholders, community leaders, and distinguished guests from across Florida and the nation.
Dr. Kantor succeeds Adriana Bonansea-Frances, M.D., who was recognized and honored for her service and leadership as the Association’s 2025-2026 President. During her tenure, Dr. Bonansea-Frances championed physician advocacy, member engagement, and initiatives aimed at strengthening the voice of organized medicine throughout Miami-Dade County.
A Miami native, Dr. Kantor is a respected pediatric physician and healthcare leader at Nicklaus Children’s Hospital. Throughout her career, she has dedicated herself to improving the health and well-being of children and families while advancing quality care, physician collaboration, and community health initiatives. Her longstanding commitment to patient care and physician leadership has made her a trusted advocate for both the medical profession and the communities it serves.
During her inaugural address, Dr. Kantor outlined her vision for the coming year, emphasizing physician engagement, advocacy on behalf of patients and physicians, leadership development, and strengthening the next generation of medical professionals. She also pledged to continue expanding collaboration among physicians, healthcare organizations, and community partners throughout Miami-Dade County.
“Serving as President of the Miami-Dade County Medical Association is one of the greatest honors of my professional life,” said Dr. Kantor. “As someone who was born and raised in Miami, this Association has long represented the very best of our medical community. My goal is to build on our strong foundation by fostering greater physician engagement, supporting advocacy efforts that protect patient care, and ensuring that future generations of physicians have the resources and opportunities they need to thrive.”
Outgoing President Dr. Bonansea-Frances reflected on her year of service and the future of the organization.
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“It has been a privilege to serve the physicians of Miami-Dade County as President of the MDCMA,” said Dr. Bonansea-Frances. “I am proud of what we accomplished together and confident that under Dr. Kantor’s leadership, our Association will continue to grow its impact, strengthen physician unity, and advance our mission of improving healthcare for all.”
A special highlight of the evening was the participation of Bobby Mukkamala, M.D., Immediate Past President of the American Medical Association (AMA), who attended as a special guest and offered remarks on the importance of physician leadership, organized medicine, and advocacy at the local, state, and national levels.
The event also celebrated the rich history of the Miami-Dade County Medical Association, one of the oldest physician organizations in Florida, while recognizing the physicians, community leaders, sponsors, and volunteers whose contributions continue to strengthen healthcare throughout South Florida.
Founded in 1909, the Miami-Dade County Medical Association represents physicians from all specialties and practice settings and serves as a leading voice for medicine in Miami-Dade County. Through advocacy, education, leadership development, and community engagement, the Association works to advance the interests of physicians and improve the health of the communities they serve.
About the Miami-Dade County Medical Association
The Miami-Dade County Medical Association (MDCMA) is a professional organization dedicated to supporting physicians and promoting excellence in healthcare. Through advocacy, education, networking, and community outreach, MDCMA serves as a unified voice for physicians while advancing quality healthcare for the residents of Miami-Dade County.
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