Join the Obesity Medicine Association Today
The Obesity Medicine Association is the largest clinical obesity organization in the U.S., composed of more than 5,000 physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other healthcare providers dedicated to preventing, treating, and reversing the disease of obesity. Build a rewarding and satisfying career in obesity medicine by becoming a member of the Obesity Medicine Association.
Education | Resources | Advocacy
The Obesity Medicine Association offers education and resources to help you implement evidence-based treatments in your practice; networking opportunities, so you always have an expert to ask about complicated cases you encounter in practice; and advocacy opportunities, where you can take part in our efforts to expand coverage of obesity treatment services.
Voting Membership Types
Physician Membership | Voting
This membership type is available to any physician legally practicing under and holding a qualified allopathic degree (MD) or osteopathic degree (DO) and practicing in the United States. Physician members must also have an active and current state medical license.
3 Year (15% discount)
$1211
2 Year (10% discount)
$855
1 Year
$475
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Voting
This membership type is available to any nurse practitioner or physician assistant who has completed an accredited NP or PA program and/or maintains certification with an approved national certifying body. Nurse practitioner and physician assistant members must also have an active and current state license.
3 Year (15% discount)
$1211
2 Year (10% discount)
$855
1 Year
$475
Associate | Voting
This membership type is available to any national or international health care professional who is not a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant and who holds an associate's, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree in a field supportive of obesity medicine. Voting associate members are eligible to vote and hold elected office.
3 Year (15% Discount)
$1211
2 Year (10% discount)
$855
1 Year
$475
Non-voting Membership Types
International Physician | Non-voting
This membership type is available to any physician who holds a medical degree from a country other than the United States that is equivalent to an MD or DO degree. International physician members must also have an active and current state medical license in their country of practice.
3 Year (15% discount)
$1084
2 Year (10% discount)
$765
1 Year
$425
Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant | Non-voting
This membership type is available to any nurse practitioner or physician assistant who has completed an accredited NP or PA program and/or maintains certification with an approved national certifying body. Nurse practitioner and physician assistant members must also have an active and current state license. Non-voting NP/PA members are not eligible to vote or hold elected office.
3 Year (15% discount)
$829
2 Year (10% discount)
$585
1 Year
$325
Associate | Non-voting
This membership type is available to any national or international health care professional who is not a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant and who holds an associate's, bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate degree in a field supportive of obesity medicine. Non-voting associate members are not eligible to vote or hold elected office.
3 Year (15% discount)
$638
2 Year (10% discount)
$450
1 Year
$250
Additional Membership Types
Resident/Fellow | Voting
This membership type is available to any physician currently enrolled in a residency or fellowship program. Residents/Fellows must provide verification of being enrolled in such a program prior to membership activation (i.e., dated program ID card, dated letter from a program director, or dated screenshot showing the applicant on a program website). Resident/Fellow members are eligible to vote, but not hold elected office.
$50/1 Year
Clinician in Training | Non-voting
This membership type is available to any non-physician currently enrolled in a medical school, internship, nursing school, or other medical professional training program. Clinicians in training must provide verification of being enrolled in such a program prior to membership activation (i.e., dated program ID card, dated letter from a program director, or dated screenshot showing the applicant on a program website). Clinician in training members are not eligible to vote or hold elected office.
$25/1 Year
Retired Clinician | Non-Voting
Contact OMA or call 303.770.2526 to apply. This membership type is available to any member who has been an active member of OMA for at least 5 consecutive years and is completely retired from active practice.
Citizens or residents of lower-income countries may be eligible for membership at a discounted rate. Please contact OMA Membership Services for more information.
OMA Member Benefits
Obesity Algorithm® E-book
Members may access the digital Obesity Algorithm® e-book download at no charge from the OMA bookstore.
Learn MoreFree Webinar Registration
Access all webinars (over 55 credits!) completely free. Gain the skills to succeed professionally, improve your practice, and provide evidence-based treatment to your patients with obesity.
Learn MoreOnline Community
Learn directly from the clinical experiences of other members in this private discussion forum. Post pressing questions and receive immediate answers, find solutions to complicated cases, and share clinical tips and resources.
Join the ConversationMentorship Program
Stay up to speed on tried-and-true treatment and business practices. This program connects experienced clinicians with those newer to the field to provide advice and guidance for building a career in obesity medicine.
Learn MoreDiscounted On-Demand CME/CE
Customize your education and access the entire on-demand library of CME, ABOM exam prep materials, handouts, and other practical resources on the Obesity Medicine Academy at a discounted rate.
Learn MoreMembers-only Conference Registration Pricing
Attend the leading clinical obesity conferences at a special discounted rate. Conferences are the BEST place for education on the latest cutting-edge obesity treatment approaches and networking with practicing obesity medicine clinicians.
Learn MoreCommittee Involvement
Join a committee — the best way to make an impact and gain leadership experience. Collaborate on projects to raise awareness about obesity medicine and promote coverage of obesity treatment services.
Learn MoreAdvocacy Opportunities
Participate in advocacy efforts geared toward increasing awareness of obesity as a chronic disease and improving access to and coverage of medical obesity treatment services on both the state and federal levels.
Learn MoreFree Posting on the Obesity Medicine Job Board
Find the ideal candidate for an open position in your practice, or find your next career in obesity medicine. Members receive unlimited free job or practice-for-sale listings on the online job board.
Learn MoreListing in the Provider Directory
Attract patients and increase referrals to your practice with a free listing in our provider directory at FindObesityTreatment.org. Your listing includes your location, phone number, website, and whether you are a diplomate of ABOM, a Fellow of OMA, or obtained a Certificate of Advanced Education. *Physician, nurse practitioner, and physician assistant members only.
Learn MoreOpportunity to Become a Fellow
Stand out among your colleagues as a Fellow of the Obesity Medicine Association. The FOMA designation identifies you as a clinician with advanced training in comprehensive obesity treatment who has demonstrated dedication and commitment to improving patients' health. *Physician, nurse practitioner, and physician assistant members only.
Learn MoreMonthly E-Newsletter
Stay on top of the latest news and trends in obesity medicine. The newsletter highlights news, advocacy efforts, clinical research, OMA happenings, and upcoming educational and networking events.
Join Our Mailing ListCareer-boosting Resources
Access an array of practical templates, toolkits, guidelines, handouts, and position statements to enhance your practice and optimize how you treat obesity. *You must log in to view the list of resources.
Access ResourcesDownloadable 'Proud Member' Logo
Show your pride in being a member and demonstrate to your patients that you are committed to their health. This downloadable logo may be used on your practice website or in your email signature. *High-resolution logo for print available upon request.
Membership Certificate
Display your complimentary membership certificate in your office to demonstrate to your patients that you have received advanced training in the treatment of obesity and you are committed to improving their health.