President’s Message
Happy 2025 to all!
As we usher in the new year, I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt thanks to each of you for your dedication and contributions to ILSSAMT over the past year. Your commitment to our organization and the healthcare profession is deeply appreciated.
Reflecting on 2024, I’m proud to highlight the following key achievements under my presidency, made possible by the ongoing efforts of our state society officers, board members, and active members.
ILSSAMT Achievements in 2024:
- Conducted Board of Directors (BOD) and business meetings with our members
- Revised our bylaws and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
- Hosted six successful continuing education sessions
- Secured sponsorship for various initiative
- Welcomed three new BOD members: Falguni Thakkar, Nubia Tapia, and Dryagna Zlatojevic
- Supported delegate representatives at the AMT Annual Meeting
- Represented ILSSAMT at the AMT Annual Business Meeting
- Received two Distinguished Achievement Awards at the AMT National Meeting: Shaista Saiyed (ILSSAMT President) and Waheeda Khan (ILSSAMT Treasurer)
- Strengthened our connections with members through social media and beyond
As we embrace the opportunities of 2025, I am excited about the events and possibilities ahead. Please be sure to mark your calendar for the following important dates:
- ILSSAMT BOD Meeting
- February 8, 2025, 2 - 5 p.m.
- Seasons 52, 15610 LaGrange Rd, Orland Park, IL 60462
- ILSSAMT Continuing Education and Business Meeting
- April 11, 2025
- If you are interested in speaking or volunteering for the Spring CE, please contact me at illssamt@gmail.com.
- 2025 Great Lakes District Conference
- September 11-13, 2025
- Great Bavarian Lodge, Frankenmuth, MI
- 2025 AMT Annual Meeting
Be sure to visit the State Society website for further details on meetings, registration, and event specifics. We look forward to maximum participation from Illinois members at these upcoming meetings! Don’t forget to log in and update your profile on the AMT website.
As we move into the new year, I encourage you to continue connecting with us and helping to strengthen our state society. I am always here and just an email away if you have any questions or ideas.
Here’s to a successful and rewarding 2025!
Warm Regards,
Shaista Saiyed
ILSSAMT President
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote the National Standards for Allied Health Professionals within the State of Illinois, to provide opportunities to increase medical and technical knowledge for our members, and to support both National and State organizational goals.