Dania Kamp Named Minnesota Medical Association President

The physician from Moose Lake will lead the state organization for a one-year term starting in October.

Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in People

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The Minnesota Medical Association has appointed Dr. Dania Kamp, a long-time member and clinic physician, to serve as its 160th president starting this October. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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The Minnesota Medical Association has appointed Dr. Dania Kamp as its 160th president. She currently practices at the Gateway Family Health Clinic.

Why it matters

The appointment elevates a long-time association member to the top leadership role within the state medical organization. Her tenure will guide the group through its advocacy and governance priorities for the coming year.

Dr. Kamp has practiced at the Gateway Family Health Clinic for 22 years. She will hold the presidency for a one-year term.

The players

Dania Kamp

A physician at Gateway Family Health Clinic who has been named the 160th president of the Minnesota Medical Association.

Minnesota Medical Association

The professional organization representing physicians across the state that focuses on health policy and advocacy.

MEDPAC

A federal advisory committee that provides analysis and policy recommendations to Congress on Medicare issues.

The details

Dr. Kamp has been an active member of the Minnesota Medical Association since 2012. Her leadership background includes service on the Board of Trustees, Executive Committee, Committee on Governance, and Awards Committee, in addition to her work on the board of MEDPAC.

Timeline

  1. Dania Kamp joined the Minnesota Medical Association in 2012.

  2. The association named Dania Kamp as its next president on September 25, 2026.

  3. Dania Kamp begins her one-year term as president on October 1, 2026.

Market Landscape

This appointment continues the tradition of the 160th presidential succession of the Minnesota Medical Association. It positions the organization to maintain its advocacy influence within the state's healthcare provider sector.

As a key representative for physicians, Dr. Kamp's leadership will influence the organization's legislative priorities and healthcare policy stance. Patients may see the effects of these priorities in state-level health initiatives and medical service delivery standards.

The takeaway

The selection of a long-term practicing physician to the presidency highlights the importance of clinical experience in state medical governance. Association members and stakeholders should look toward the upcoming October term start to see her outlined goals for the state healthcare system.

Further reading

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Source note: This article includes information reported by Fox21Online.

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