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Meet Your TNSAM Leadership Team

TNSAM OFFICERS

President

Dr. Chad Elkins, MD., DFASAM

Chad Elkin, MD, DFASAM

President Elect

Jason Della Vechia, MD, FASAM

Treasurer

Roger Sherman, MD, MPH, FASAM

Secretary

Kristin McKamey, FNP-BC

TNSAM BOARD MEMBERS

Board Member

Reid Finlayson, MD, DFASAM, DABPN, DLFAPA

Board Member

Michael Baron, MD, MPH, DFASAM

Board Member

Alex Zotos, MD, FASAM

Board Member

Daniel Sumrok, MD, DFASAM

Board Member

Jessica Young, MD, MPH, FASAM

Jessica Young, MD, MPH, FASAM

Board Member

Timothy Smyth, MD, FASAM

Board Member

Rebecca Martin, MD, MPH, FASAM

Rebecca Martin, MD, MPH, FASAM

TNSAM PAST PRESIDENTS

Past President

Dr. Chad Elkins, MD., DFASAM

Chad Elkin, MD, DFASAM
April 2025 – March 2027

Past President

Jason Kirby, DO, DFASAM April 2023 - March 2025

Jason Kirby, DO, DFASAM
April 2023 – March 2025

Past President

Daniel Sumrok, MD, DFASAM
2020-2023

Past President

Timothy Smyth, MD, FASAM 2017-2020

Timothy Smyth, MD, FASAM
2017-2020

Past President

Alexander “Alex” Zotos MD, FASAM
2015-2016

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Our objective at the Tennessee Society of Addiction Medicine is to improve the care and treatment of people with the disease of addiction and advance the practice of Addiction Medicine.

Treatment decisions on the use of FDA-approved medication for substance abuse should be made only by skilled healthcare providers.

Treatment for substance abuse is not something that medication alone can provide.  Consultation with a skilled healthcare provider who understands the disease of addiction and more importantly the recovery process is the best approach to treatment. 
Become A Member of TnSAM
Advocacy Starts Here

Join TnSAM and contribute to advancing the goals of like-minded medical professionals.

Welcome to TnSAM

Greetings TNSAM members,

I am proud to introduce your web page. This site is intended to be a place for seeking and exchanging timely information among professionals.

Ideally, it will be a place where members can respectfully discuss important and emerging issues in addiction science, addiction medicine, and policy, It will also serve to create a forum that provides cohesiveness and collaboration to address your needs as you provide life-changing and lifesaving care to individuals suffering from substance or process use disorders. 

Respectfully,

Daniel D Sumrok, MD, FAAFP, DFASAM, ABPM, ABAM.
President Tennessee Society of Addiction Medicine

Dr. Sumrok
Daniel D Sumrok MD FAAFP DFASAM ABPM ABAM.
President Tennessee Society of Addiction Medicine

Join TnSAM Today and Enjoy the Benefits

ASAM Fellow Designation

ASAM’s Fellow designation gives recognition to and raises awareness of ASAM members who are board certified addiction specialists. ASAM Fellows are able to use the FASAM designation after their name and use the special ASAM Fellow logo on certain pre-authorized items. To qualify for the FASAM designation, physicians must be members of ASAM for two consecutive years and be currently certified in Addiction Medicine.

Journal of Addiction Medicine

Published six times per year, the Journal of Addiction Medicine is the official journal of the American Society of Addiction Medicine. It is currently ranked tenth in the Substance Abuse category of the 2012 Journal Citation Reports’ Science Edition. The Journal is designed for all physicians and other mental health professionals who need to keep up-to-date with the treatment of addiction disorders. Under the guidance of an esteemed Editorial Board, peer-reviewed articles published in the Journal focus on developments in addiction medicine as well as on treatment innovations and ethical, economic, forensic, and social topics.

CME Hours

ASAM members enjoy unique educational opportunities designed to increase knowledge and keep up with the latest addiction medicine information. Members can take advantage of exclusive member pricing on hundreds of CME hours online and by live courses throughout the year. Members also receive a 20% discount on ASAM publications.

Networking

Local events, courses and meetings provide opportunities to network, and develop lifelong professional relationships. ASAM State Chapters provide networking, service, and professional learning opportunities for our members across the nation.

Advocacy

ASAM serves its members in many ways. One of the most important ways is by helping members play an active role in shaping government policies that affect their livelihoods and the lives of their patients. ASAM advocates for policies that promote access to high-quality prevention, treatment, and recovery support services for the millions of Americans who suffer from a substance use disorder.

Awards & Scholarships

ASAM offers a wide variety of award and recognition programs for members and those contributing to the field of addiction medicine. 

Your membership in ASAM, our national organization,  automatically enrolls you as a member of your local chapter, TnSAM, and you will enjoy the many benefits of being a member of both.

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The Tennessee Society of Addiction Medicine

Message from Our President

Dr. Chad Elkins, MD., DFASAM
Dr. Chad Elkins, MD., DFASAM

Dear Colleagues,

It is a privilege to serve as President of the Tennessee Society of Addiction Medicine. Our field continues to evolve rapidly as we confront the complex realities of substance use disorders in our state and across the nation. The demands placed upon us as clinicians, educators, and advocates have never been greater, and neither has the opportunity to make a measurable impact on patient outcomes.

Addiction Medicine stands at a critical intersection of science, public health, and policy. The challenges before us, including rising overdose deaths, access disparities, workforce shortages, and persistent stigma, require coordinated, evidence-based solutions. TNSAM remains committed to advancing these solutions through our four foundational missions: treatment, research, education, and community engagement.

As we continue to expand our educational offerings and strengthen collaboration among members, our goal is to provide a forum where data, experience, and innovation converge. Through this shared effort, we can improve the standard of care and reinforce the role of Addiction Medicine as an essential component of comprehensive healthcare delivery in Tennessee.

Our success depends on the collective expertise and participation of our members. I encourage each of you to contribute your knowledge, your clinical insights, and your professional leadership to this society. Together, we can shape a future in which individuals affected by addiction receive care that is timely, effective, and grounded in medical excellence.

Thank you for your continued commitment to this vital specialty and for the privilege of serving alongside you.

Respectfully,

Chad Elkins, MD, DFASAM
National Addiction Specialists
President, Tennessee Society of Addiction Medicine

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TnSAM Review

In an effort to create the most current compendium of news and information related to addiction and addiction medicine, we have developed the TnSAM Review.  Feel free to post your response to our article submissions and give us your feedback. The goal is to keep you informed and up to date with the latest information regarding legislation, technology, and science so that we can better advocate for our patients in the clinical setting.