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Full Physician Membership: $395/year

A graduate of an American Osteopathic Association (AOA) Accredited college of osteopathic medicine and an AOA approved-accredited residency in PMR and is board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by the AOA, upon the recommendation of the American Osteopathic Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AOBPMR) or the equivalent program for MD certification through the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (ABPMR). Full members may hold office within the College, have voting privileges in the affairs of the College, be privileged to participate in scientific and education programs and may serve as member and/or chairperson of committees.

Associate Physician Membership: $375/year

A graduate of an AOA accredited college of osteopathic medicine and an AOA approved-accredited residency in PM&R but does not meet criteria for Full Membership (ex. is not board certified in PM&R by the AOA). Associate members may neither hold office nor vote in the affairs of the College. They shall have voice and be privileged to participate in scientific and education programs. Associate members may participate on committee but not chair them.

Affiliate Non-Physician: $375/year

A professional who has a keen interest in and does not meet criteria for full or associate member.  Affiliate members may neither hold office nor vote in the affairs of the College. They shall have voice and be privileged to participate in scientific and education programs. They may participate on committees but not chair them. Exception: Affiliate Member elected to Executive Council does hold office and may vote in affairs of the Executive Council. Affiliate Member may serve on committee and not as chair.

Resident Member: $50/year or $150 for four years

A current resident in an AOA or ACGME accredited training program including internship, categorical or advanced PM&R residency training program. Current fellows who are graduates of an AOA or ACGME accredited PM&R residency training programs are also eligible for In-Training membership. Resident Members who volunteer to mentor two Student Members or serve as interviewers for Student Mock Interviews earn a free year of membership. 

Medical Student Member: Complimentary

One who is currently enrolled in an AOA accredited college of osteopathic medicine. Member may neither hold office nor vote in the affairs of the College. They shall be privileged to participate in scientific and educational programs. They may participate on committees but not chair them. Exception: Medical Student Members may hold office on and chair Student Council Committees.