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Founded in 1912, the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, is the leading resource for foot and ankle health information. Currently, the organization represents a vast majority of the estimated 15,000 podiatrists in the country. In addition to the national headquarters, APMA boasts 53 state component locations throughout the United States and its territories, as well as affiliated societies. APMA's staff, comprised of approximately 60 professionals, is dedicated to promoting foot and ankle health, member service, and professional excellence. Looking toward the future, the APMA will continue to advance the growth and stability of podiatric medicine by increasing nationwide awareness of foot and ankle health through public education and legislative advocacy.
Membership in APMA is available to all licensed Doctors of Podiatric Medicine, including those who are in postgraduate training, active practice, full-time teaching positions, or who may not be able to currently practice due to disability. Prospective members join through their respective state component organization. Both national and state membership dues are assessed and these dues are determined on a sliding scale in relation to practice status and number of years in practice, along with other factors. Please contact us, and we will be happy to explain the dues schedule.
As a member of APMA, you receive our commitment to work with you and for you in an effort to provide the best possible membership services and programs. Links on the left provide access to lists of member benefits, APMA accomplishements, and membership applications. In order to join, please complete the application and mail it to your component society (in the state in which your primary practice is located) along with all required documentation and dues payments.
We look forward to welcoming you as an APMA member. Please do not hesitate to contact the APMA Membership Services Department at 1.800.ASK.APMA or your component society if you have any questions.
To learn more about APMA membership, please email us at Membership_ask_apma@apma.org with your name, current address, phone number, and practice details (whether in a postgraduate program or practice).