BU324 and BU325 Prepare to Strike

On Thursday, December 14, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. in front of Olive View Medical Center, BU324 and BU325 members is having a practice picket in prepartion for a strike. The UAPD has been in bargaining with Los Angeles County since 2021. Our membership does not...

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UAPD Statement on Humanitarian Aid in Gaza

The Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) calls for a ceasefire to establish permanent medical and humanitarian aid corridors in Gaza. Further, we call on all Heads of State, the UN Security Council, and actors on the ground to prioritize the preservation...

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UAPD Welcomes First Bargaining Unit in Washington, D.C.

Washington, D.C. — Approximately 170 frontline physicians and advanced practice nurses at Unity Health Care, Washington D.C.'s largest nonprofit and social services organization, have won their right to unionize with the Union of American Physicians and Dentists...

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Meet Our UAPD Board Treasurer

Update: It's with a heavy heart that we announce Dr. Ronald H. Lewis passed away on November 14, 2023. The Union of American Physicians and Dentists (UAPD) is proud to recognize Ronald H. Lewis, MD, FACP, a UAPD member of 15 years for his exemplary service throughout...

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New Physician On-Call Language In Effect

On October 1, 2023, the new Article 7.9 Physician On-Call (POC) language went into effect. If you are still receiving non-urgent or non-emergent calls during on-call shifts, contact your UAPD representative and provide details. Regarding the new on-call rate of $15...

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Upcoming BU324 Membership Meeting Agenda and Action Items

Members, Please attend the membership meeting on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. or 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Zoom link has been emailed. If you have not received the Zoom link, please contact uapdla@uapd.com immediately. Meeting Agenda Action scheduled...

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