Membership Advantages

APM Mission Statement
The Academy of Psychosomatic medicine represents psychiatrists dedicated to the advancement of medical science, education, and healthcare for persons with comorbid psychiatric and general medical conditions and provides national and international leadership in the furtherance of those goals.

APM Vision Statement
The Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine vigorously promotes a global agenda of excellence in clinical care for patients with comorbid psychiatric and general medical conditions by actively influencing the direction and process of research and public policy and promoting interdisciplinary education.

APM Membership provides:

• A subscription to our journal, Psychosomatics, online access to two additional related journals, and 25% discount on books published by Elsevier, Inc.
  
  
• An annual scientific meeting. Members save over 25% on annual meeting registration fees.
  
  
• Introduction to and interaction with special interest groups.
  
  
• Opportunities to participate in the Academy's committee structure.
  
  
• A distinguished Fellowship and awards program.
  
  
• The Academy's newsletter.

PSYCHOSOMATICS. The Journal of Consultation and Liaison Psychiatry

As a member of the Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine, you'll receive a complimentary subscription to our journal — both online and hardcopy. Published by Elsevier Inc., this renowned journal features peer reviewed articles and original research reports authored by the foremost authorities in the field. Psychosomatics offers a forum for discussion of emerging issues in medical and consultation-liaison psychiatry through its Letters to the Editor and featured perspectives. Psychosomatics is available only to members and paid subscribers. The cost of APM membership, which includes the journal and other benefits, is only slightly higher than the annual subscription rate to Psychosomatics.

In addition to Psychosomatics, Academy members have online access to full articles in General Hospital Psychiatry and the Journal of Psychosomatic Research, related publications that are also published by Elsevier. Academy members also receive a 25% discount on Elsevier books and other journals.

APM Scientific Meeting

Once a year, members gather to exchange ideas and explore emerging trends and issues in medical and consultation-liaison psychiatry. The annual meeting of the Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine offers symposia, lectures, and workshops led by national experts in the field. In addition, peer reviewed papers and scientific posters are integral components of the annual meeting. The scientific research presented is published online.

All education programs sponsored by the Academy are approved for Category 1 credit unless otherwise indicated.

APM Special Interest Groups (SIGs)

Many APM members are especially interested in one or more particular aspects of consultation-liaison psychiatry, and several APM-sponsored special interest groups have been formed to bring together professionals with like interests to discuss issues, cases, pharmaceuticals, and training. The current SIGs are:

For more information about the APM SIGs, see APM Special Interest Groups (SIGs).

APM Committee Involvement

The Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine has grown over the years because of the dedication and creativity of its members. Committee members generate and assess programs and services, stimulate interest among members and the general public, and insure the financial soundness of the organization. Committee members have shaped APM's progress and continue to reflect and foster the needs of the practitioner, teacher, and researcher of psychosomatic medicine and consultation-liaison psychiatry.

The Academy has established the following standing committees to examine and implement issues of importance:

For a list of all committees and subcommittees and their current members, see APM Organization.

Annual Awards

The APM presents awards annually to individuals for meritorious contributions to the field or service to the Academy. (For award applications, see APM Awards.)

• THOMAS P. HACKETT AWARD, the Academy's highest honor, presented to an individual for outstanding achievement in psychosomatic medicine.
  
  
• RESEARCH AWARD recognizes a currently active researcher in the field of psychopathology in the medically ill.
  
  
• AWARD OF SPECIAL RECOGNITION awarded to individuals for outstanding service to the field on a local or national level.
  
  
• DISTINGUISHED SERVICE AWARD presented to Academy members for invaluable assistance to the organization.
  
  
• DORFMAN JOURNAL PAPER AWARDS for the best articles published annually in the journal.
  
  
• DLIN/FISCHER CLINICAL RESEARCH AWARD for the best paper submitted for presentation at the annual meeting.
  
  
• BEST POSTER and BEST TRAINEE POSTER AWARDS presented at the annual meeting.
  
  
• VISITING CONSULTATION-LIAISON PROFESSORSHIP PROGRAM promotes the understanding and practice of consultation-liaison psychiatry.
  
  
• WEBB FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM fosters the career development and leadership potential of advanced residents and fellows in consultation-liaison psychiatry.
  
  
• ALAN STOUDEMIRE AWARD for innovation and excellence in consultation-liaison education.
  
  
• FELLOW OF THE ACADEMY OF PSYCHOSOMATIC MEDICINE (FAPM) is bestowed upon Academy members who manifest active participation as educators, researchers, or administrators in the fields of consultation-liaison psychiatry and psychosomatic medicine.

Academy Newsletter

Published twice a year, the Academy Newsletter provides concise information concerning the Academy. While the Newsletter is available as a PDF file on the website, only Academy members receive the hardcopy version in the mail.

APM Membership Categories

• FULL MEMBER. A psychiatrist who is actively engaged in consultation-liaison psychiatry, medical psychiatry or psychosomatic medicine is eligible to become a Member of the Academy.
  
  
• ASSOCIATE MEMBER. An individual with an advanced degree in a related field who is actively engaged in consultation-liaison psychiatry, medical psychiatry or psychosomatic medicine is eligible to become an Associate Member.
  
  
• FELLOW. A Fellow shall be a Full Member who has made significant contributions to the field of psychosomatic medicine or consultation-liaison psychiatry and who meets additional requirements as set forth by the Fellowship Committee.
  
  
• LIFE MEMBER/FELLOW. Full Members or Fellows may apply for elevation to this status upon meeting certain criteria based on length of membership and age.
  
  
• HONORARY FELLOW. Qualified by reasons of outstanding personal character, meritorious achievement and significant contributions to the field. Bestowed by Council vote.

How to Apply

Complete the Membership Application form and return it with a current curriculum vitae and the appropriate application fee to the Academy office. The two APM members, or the three non-members, that you identify as your sponsors on the application must submit their recommendation to the Academy office on a Sponsor Form. For application details and forms, see How to Join APM.

The application process generally takes eight weeks and, if selected, you will be sent a membership certificate at that time.

For further information or assistance, contact:

Academy of Psychosomatic Medicine
5272 River Road, Suite 630
Bethesda, MD 20816
(301) 718-6520
Fax: (301) 656-0989
E-Mail: apm@apm.org

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