About Us | Hamilton Academy of Medicine

The Hamilton Academy of Medicine is a not-for-profit professional association that unifies the medical community of Greater Hamilton. With roots tracing back to 1863 and formal incorporation in 1932, the Academy serves the educational, social, and professional needs of its physician members, and acts as a territorial branch society of District 4 of the Ontario Medical Association.

Our Vision

A unified voice for a vibrant, healthy and involved medical profession and community.

Our Mission

To provide leadership, education, and social venues for physicians in their professional and personal endeavours.
To represent physicians in the development of a local, sustainable, accessible, and effective health system.
To advocate for the health of the community.

Explore the Academy

Learn more about our history, the Ambrose McGhie Medical Museum, and the HAM Foundation.