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POMA - YOUR HOME FOR OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE

POMA’s mission is to promote the distinctive philosophy and practice of osteopathic medicine for our patients, our members, and the communities we serve.

The Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA) proudly represents its professional osteopathic family since 1903. Our family includes more than 12,300 osteopathic physicians, residents & interns and 2,600 osteopathic students. Through the promotion of public health and encouraging scientific research we aim to continue to advance the science and art of osteopathic medicine. As the osteopathic medical field continues to grow, we remain your home for everything osteopathic medicine.

 
Latest News

POMA Approves New Vision and Mission Statements
May 3, 2023

Vision Statement
POMA is a uniquely osteopathic physician community dedicated to promoting quality education, excellence in practice, state-wide advocacy and personal well-being.

Mission Statement
The mission of the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association is to promote the distinctive philosophy and practice of osteopathic medicine for our patients, our members, and the communities we serve.

POMA's Presidential Installation Speech

John J. Kalata, DO, MS, FACOFP
2023-2024 POMA President

Benefits of Membership

POMA membership card

Whether you are a veteran DO, a resident or a student of osteopathic medicine, POMA works to supply you with the information and connections you need. We are your legislative voice across the state, your advocate for the osteopathic profession, your source for state licensure information and CME credits - we are here to assist and provide everything you need throughout your career as an osteopathic physician in Pennsylvania. Join today and start receiving all the benefits of a POMA Membership!

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Get Involved! 

Map of POMA districts

Looking to become more involved with POMA? We encourage all of our members to contact their District Leaders to find out more about how they can make a difference on their local level. To better provide representation, POMA is divided into 13 districts who regularly meet to discuss issues and news going on within the osteopathic field and within their communities, as well as to offer networking and social opportunities. Click below to find your district and information about their next meeting.