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Membership

Your professional community, supporting you at every stage of your medical career.

The Hamilton Academy of Medicine is the professional home for Hamilton physicians. Membership connects you with colleagues, practical education, local resources and opportunities to stay informed and involved in Hamilton's medical community throughout every stage of your career.

Why Join HAM?

HAM membership helps physicians stay connected, informed and supported throughout their careers. Members have access to:

  • Accredited continuing medical education, including complimentary registration for Annual Clinical Day
  • A strong local physician network, with opportunities to connect with colleagues across specialties and career stages
  • A member-exclusive online portal that serves as a professional network and resource hub for Hamilton physicians
  • Weekly member communications featuring local medical news, education, events, practice updates and referral information. Members can also share practice and referral information with the local physician community.
  • Practical resources for your practice, including physician referral information and the Guide to Fees for Uninsured Services
  • Doc-for-doc mentorship and opportunities to connect with physicians at different stages of their careers
  • Insurance programs and coverage available to HAM members
  • A strong local voice on issues affecting physicians and healthcare in Hamilton
  • Leadership and involvement opportunities through HAM’s Board, committees, educational programs and other initiatives shaping Hamilton’s medical community.

Ready to Join?

HAM membership is open year-round to practising physicians, residents, medical students and retired physicians. Join Hamilton’s physician community and access the education, connections, resources and support available to HAM members. Apply or renew your membership , or learn more about student and resident membership.

Membership Fee Schedule

Category Fee Who can join
Active $250 / year Practising physicians under 70
Full Life $50 / year Retired physicians
Honorary No fee By Council
New Member Fee $75 (one-time) First year of membership
Resident No fee Postgraduate training residents
Medical Student No fee Currently enrolled medical students

Membership dues are due by May 31st each year.