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.

Alicia Tezel, MD, FCUCM
Alfonso Espinel, MD
April Gillam
Bernie Short, MD
Beth Nelson
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, MBA
David Pyle
Elizabeth McCarty, MD
Gerry Cvitanovich, MD
Ginger Bibiloni, MBA, CMPE, UCMC, CPPM
Heather Mirjahangir
Hector Cabrera, MD, MPH
Jeannie Kenkare, DO, FCUCM
Jennifer Mink, MD
Jim Ashby
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 Alasya
Sarah Arnett, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ
Scott Prysi, MD
Selena Gurley, MSN, FNP-C, CRHCP
Shaun Ginter
Steven Hull
Tim Dykstra, MD
Todd Martin, MBA, FACHA
Tracey Davidoff, MD, FCUCM
Yancy Phillips, MD, MACP

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
Larry Wilson
Sarah Arnett
Alfonso Espinel
Jennifer Mink