#MSPWeek® 2026
November 1–7 | Proud to Be an MSP
Each year, NAMSS celebrates MSP Week—a time to honor and celebrate the Medical Services Professionals (MSPs) whose work ensures safe, high-quality healthcare.
We're continuing our theme, "Proud to Be an MSP" with a special focus on mentorship and highlighting the many ways MSPs contribute to healthcare organizations through leadership, professional expertise, mentorship, and their impact on quality, safety, and organizational excellence.
Celebrating the Many Roles of MSPs
MSPs are more than credentialing experts. You are trusted leaders across healthcare systems who safeguard patients, support providers, and strengthen organizations through a variety of critical functions, including:
Daily Trivia Competition for #MSPWeek®!
MSPWeek® 2026 Trivia is here!
Stay engaged with #MSPWeek® all week long by joining our exciting daily trivia competition from November 2-6! Each trivia question can be answered by exploring the NAMSS website. Questions will be shared on our Connection Zone webpage, social media, and sent via email each day, and you can submit your answer using the link below!
Correct answers enter you into a daily raffle for the chance to win a complimentary 2027 NAMSS membership for yourself or a colleague. Don’t miss your chance to participate and win!
Submit Your Answers Here During MSP Week!
Visit NAMSS' online merchandise store to purchase branded items to help celebrate #MSPWeek® . Let your colleagues know who you are, what you do, and become advocates through increased visibility.
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Call for Submissions: Growing the Future of the Profession– We are hosting the the poems/articles submission campaign again in 2026! This year, NAMSS invites members to share their experiences and insights on career pathways, professional advancement, and mentorship within the MSP profession. Selected submissions will be featured during MSP Week on the NAMSS website, email, and social media.
To honor the individuals who help shape the future of our field, submit an original article (300-500 words) or poem (12-40 lines) highlighting the journeys, relationships, and opportunities that help MSPs thrive.
Prompts for Inspiration:
- How did you begin your career as an MSP, and where has the journey taken you?
- Share a story about mentoring a colleague or helping someone advance in their MSP profession.
- How have education, certification, or NAMSS resources helped you achieve your professional goals?
- Complete the sentence: “The future of the MSP profession depends on…”
Submission Guidelines:
- For articles: please post as a discussion thread
- Articles: please post in the “Blogs” section
Please Submit Your Poems/Articles Here!
The deadline to enter submissions is October 16, 2026.
The strength of the profession lies in its diversity and its shared commitment to excellence. During #MSPWeek®, we elevate the voices of MSPs and the important work you do!
As part of this initiative, we collected MSP Mantras – short, powerful statements that capture the unique characteristics of our members and the multifaceted roles MSPs play. In one sentence, MSPs shared what inspires them, why their role is important, and how they contribute to the evolving healthcare system. Share your mantra with us and you might see if featured in social media!
Download 2026 Mantras Page Here!
NAMSS has created a variety of tools and ideas to help you celebrate, recognize, and spread the word about MSPs:
📄 Download and Celebrate Together – Creative ideas for celebrating #MSPWeek® within your organization.
👕 Show Your Pride – Merchandise and custom MSP t-shirts.
💻 Share Online – Social media graphics and templates to help amplify your voice.
💌 Say Thank You – Ready-to-use thank you notes to recognize team members.
In 1992, President George H.W. Bush signed Congressional House Joint Resolution #399, officially proclaiming the first full week in November as National Medical Staff Services Awareness Week.
Since then, NAMSS has proudly partnered with hospitals, managed care organizations, physician offices, university health systems, and government agencies to increase awareness of the vital role MSPs play in healthcare. What began as a national recognition has grown into an annual tradition of celebrating MSPs everywhere.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of our incredible community—sign up today!
If you have questions, please contact the NAMSS Executive Office at info@namss.org. We look forward to your participation!
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