Join OHFAMA
Membership Benefits & Services
OHFAMA is vested in your success as a podiatric physician. We act a single voice for Ohio podiatrists to ensure the highest quality of medical and surgical foot and ankle care through advocacy, education, and public awareness.
Preserving, Protecting, and Advancing Podiatry
OHFAMA is the voice of podiatry in Ohio and represents your interests in conversations with legislators, regulators, policymakers, and decision makers who shape health-care policy.
Keeping You Connected
OHFAMA provides networking and continuing education opportunities through our Annual Seminar and Academy events. Our suite of educational offerings, coupled with our print and digital newsletters, will keep you up to speed on the latest insurance, coding, and regulatory trends in podiatry.
Providing Access to Quality, Affordable Health Insurance
OHFAMA partnered with the Ohio State Medical Association’s health benefits plan, a flexible, self-funded group health care plan developed for Ohio physician practices. Only OHFAMA members can participate in the program.
Your three-in-one membership also provides access to the American Podiatric Medical Association’s health insurance programs, which are tailored for both small and large groups.
DPM Membership
There are several categories for OHFAMA membership. To receive a membership application and dues information please follow the below link and complete the form. Member dues are pro-rated based on the time of year you join.
DPM Resident Membership
Resident members dues are free for first year resident. Dues for second and third year residents and fellows are $40. Once your application is received and processed, resident members will receive a membership confirmation email and invoice, if applicable.
Membership Benefits & Services
Education
- Discounted Continuing Medical Education credits through our Annual Scientific Seminar and educational programming offered throughout the year
- Quarterly OHFAMA News Journal to keep you up-to-date on issues impacting the profession
- Regular digital issues of Ohio Foot and Ankle Today to raise awareness of breaking news and time-sensitive information
Advocacy
- Representation from three registered lobbyists to monitor and influence legislative and regulatory issues impacting podiatry
- Assistance from the state's appointed CAC and PIAC representatives on challenging Medicare and private insurance issues
Networking
- Regular networking and education events through Academies, OHFAMA, and the American Podiatric Medical Association
- Listserv to facilitate communication between members throughout Ohio
