Advocacy means making sure Urgent Care always has a seat at the table-fighting for fair reimbursement and recognition. Together, we can drive change and secure the future of Urgent Care.

UCAdvocates are dedicated corporate supporters who sponsor UCA advocacy events and programs, helping amplify our voice on critical issues impacting Urgent Care. Their commitment drives our long-term vision to achieve top legislative priorities that strengthen and advance the Urgent Care field.

Contact Cindy Simpson to become a UCAdvocate,  contact Cindy Simpson

Friends of UCA Advocacy

Standing together-whether through time, voice, or resources-to advance Urgent Care.

We gratefully acknowledge our corporate supporters in the Friends of UCA Advocacy program,

whose contributions help advance our advocacy mission.

If you are a corporate supporter, contact Cindy Simpson to find out how to become a “Friend”.

With sincere appreciation, we recognize the individuals who give their time-whether traveling for Advocacy Day or meeting with members of Congress-to strengthen Urgent Care’s voice at the national level. As a small token of thanks, we honor them as

Friends of UCA Advocacy for all they do to advance our field.

Alfonso Espinel, MD

Alicia Tezel, MD, FCUCM

April Gillam

Boyd Faust

Cassandra Donnelly, DO

Cesar Mora Jaramillo, MD, FAAFP, FCUCM

Chris Chao, MD

Chris Nugent, MBA, CRA, RT(R)(CT)

Danielle Bynum, OMC

David Mathison, MD

Elizabeth McCarty, MD

Gerry Cvitanovich, MD

Ginger Bibiloni, MBA, CMPE, UCMC, CPPM

Bernie Short, MD

Jeannie Kenkare, DO, FCUCM

Jennifer Mink, MD

Jim Brennan

Jonathan S. Halpert, MD FACEP

Joshua Russell, MD

Kelly Hatch, BSOL-HCA, CRHCP

Kirsten Saint Clair

Lawrence A. Wilson, MD

Lou Ellen Horwitz

Luis de la Prida, MBA

Markintosh Barthelemy, MD

Noemy Pavon

Peter Hotz, MBA

Rhodes Ritenour

Rob Mahan    

Robert Hargraves

Ryan Sadlier

Sarah Arnett, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ

Sarah Alasya

Scott Prysi, MD

Selena Gurley, MSN, FNP-C, CRHCP

Shaun Ginter 

Steven Hull, MBA

Tim Dykstra, MD

Todd Martin, MBA, FACHA

Tracey Davidoff, MD, FCUCM

 

If you would like to get involved with our Advocacy work, contact Kristin Rastatter

2025-2026 Delegates Council Members

The Delegates Council consists of UCA members from Urgent Care organizations comprised of 1-30 centers. Members are leaders from across the nation focused on promoting grassroots campaigns, protecting local legislative interests and advocating for payment reform. Not only is this group passionate and committed to Urgent Care, but they also know how to make advocacy fun! Big thanks to these amazing leaders. 

Sarah Alasya
Selena Gurley
Ryan Sadlier
Jonathan Halpert
Todd Martin
Alicia Tezel
Scott Prysi
J. Bernie Short
Danielle Bynum
Luis de la Prida
Robert Hargraves
Chris Nugent
Elizabeth McCarty
Gerry Cvitanovich
Markintosh Barthelemy
Peter Hotz
Patrick O’Malley
Larry Wilson
Sarah Arnett
Alfonso Espinel
Jennifer Mink