American Society of Addiction Medicine

From WikiMD.com Medical Encyclopedia

  • Logo of the American Society of Addiction Medicine

American Society of Addiction Medicine[edit | edit source]

The American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) is a professional society representing physicians and associated professionals dedicated to the treatment and prevention of addiction. Founded in 1954, ASAM is committed to increasing access to and improving the quality of addiction medicine.

History[edit | edit source]

ASAM was originally established as the American Medical Society on Alcoholism (AMSA) in 1954. The organization expanded its focus to include all substance use disorders and was renamed the American Society of Addiction Medicine in 1989. Over the years, ASAM has grown to become a leading authority in the field of addiction medicine.

Mission and Goals[edit | edit source]

ASAM's mission is to improve the care and treatment of people with addiction through:

  • Advancing the practice of addiction medicine
  • Educating physicians and the public
  • Supporting research and prevention efforts
  • Promoting the appropriate role of physicians in the care of patients with addiction

Membership[edit | edit source]

ASAM's membership includes over 6,000 physicians and associated professionals. Members are involved in a variety of fields, including psychiatry, internal medicine, family medicine, and emergency medicine. Membership is open to physicians and other healthcare professionals who are committed to the field of addiction medicine.

Education and Certification[edit | edit source]

ASAM offers a range of educational programs and resources for healthcare professionals. These include:

  • The ASAM Annual Conference, which provides updates on the latest research and clinical practices in addiction medicine
  • The ASAM Fundamentals of Addiction Medicine, a course designed for primary care providers
  • The ASAM Review Course in Addiction Medicine, which helps prepare physicians for the American Board of Preventive Medicine (ABPM) certification exam in addiction medicine

ASAM also supports the certification of physicians in addiction medicine through the ABPM.

Advocacy[edit | edit source]

ASAM is actively involved in advocacy efforts to improve public policy related to addiction treatment and prevention. The organization works with federal and state governments, as well as other stakeholders, to promote policies that support access to quality addiction care.

Publications[edit | edit source]

ASAM publishes several key resources for professionals in the field of addiction medicine, including:

  • The Journal of Addiction Medicine, a peer-reviewed journal that covers a wide range of topics related to addiction
  • ASAM Weekly, a newsletter that provides updates on news and developments in addiction medicine

Related Pages[edit | edit source]

Template:Medical organizations in the United States Template:Addiction medicine

WikiMD
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD

Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia

Let Food Be Thy Medicine
Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates

Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates, categories Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.

Retrieved from "https://wikimd.com/w/index.php?title=American_Society_of_Addiction_Medicine&oldid=6329885"

Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD