Benefits of Membership

There are many benefits of membership in The North American Menopause Society (NAMS), and the list is continually expanding. In addition to networking with colleagues and opportunities for involvement with the leading edge of women's health at menopause and beyond, NAMS members receive the following: 

Complimentary Subscription to NAMS Publications

• Menopause: The Society's acclaimed official journal offering peer-reviewed research  and scholarly material relating to all aspects of menopause from a physiologic, pathologic, sociocultural, and medical perspective. Free subscription 6x/year in print to NAMS members. Free online access to members. Owned by NAMS, published by Lippincott Williams & Wilkins (LWW).
• Flashes® E-newsletter: This monthly e-newsletter reports NAMS- and menopause-related news and notices to all members.
• First to Know®: Members may subscribe to receive free monthly e-mail alerts of the latest scientific news with NAMS commentary, making these members the first to know.
• Menopause e-Consult®: Members receive a complimentary subscription to these quarterly e-mail issues with clinical questions and cases commonly seen in a menopause specialist's practice. Recognized experts in the field provide their opinions and practical advice.
• Menopause Flashes®: Members may subscribe to Menopause Flashes®, a free monthly consumer 
  e-newsletter. All editorial is approved by NAMS.

Complimentary Subscription to NAMS-endorsed Publications

• Menopause Management: This popular periodical, considered the NAMS Education Publication for Healthcare Professionals, offers practical review articles and patient aids, with all editorial approved by NAMS. Free subscription 6x/year to NAMS members. Owned and published by HealthCom Media.

Annual Meeting
The Society convenes the world's largest scientific meeting devoted to menopause and also offers educational courses. Members receive discounted registration fees for the Annual Meeting and discounted pricing for program recordings.

Educational Materials
Menopause educational materials developed by NAMS for healthcare professionals and consumers are offered free or at discounted prices to members.

NAMS Web Site
Members and nonmembers alike benefit from accessing information found on the award-winning NAMS Web site. Members have exclusive access to the "members only" area on the site, which features an online Membership Directory and many other programs.

NAMS Exam Program
NAMS members receive preferred pricing when sitting for the competency examination to earn the prestigious certification of NAMS Menopause Practitioner.

NAMS Referral Lists
Members may elect to be listed in the Menopause Clinician referral lists, provided to consumers in search of help. Those who have achieved the Menopause Practitioner certification are highlighted.

Being a member of the leading menopause organization affords a unique opportunity to interface with the world's experts, sharing information for clinical practice and research.

Membership Categories

Dues are nominal and vary by member category:

• Active Members are healthcare professionals such as basic scientists, physicians, nurses, publishers, health educators, and otherwise qualified individuals who are of high ethical standing and have demonstrated an interest in menopause and the objectives of this Society. Active Members have the right to attend the Annual Business Meeting and vote on Society matters.
• Associate Members are current students in a formal training program, such as undergraduate or graduate school or an approved residency or fellowship. Associate membership may be continued for three years following completion of the program. Associate membership may be transferred to Active membership within the three-year period at the discretion of the individual; an Associate membership is transferred automatically to Active status after this three-year period. Associate Members may not vote, and pay reduced dues.
• Honorary Members are those individuals who, in the opinion of the Society’s Board of Trustees, are deserving of this special recognition by virtue of exceptional contributions to the Society and/or to the field of menopause. Honorary Members do not have the right to vote or hold office, and do not pay dues.
• Life Members are those individuals who have been Active Members for at least 10 years, have reached the age of 70, and are transferred to this status at the request of the Society’s Executive Director. Life Members may attend the Business Meeting and vote, but they cannot hold office or receive a subscription to the official journal. Life Members pay no dues. 

Please note that NAMS currently offers no opportunity for consumers to join the Society. NAMS is solely a professional, scientific organization.

How to Join

With unprecedented numbers of women reaching menopause, it’s more important than ever for you to join The North American Menopause Society. Not only will you receive the many benefits of membership, but also you can join experts from multiple specialties in helping the Society develop its guidelines and educational materials.

NAMS membership is from January 1 through December 31. Member renewal notices for the coming year are mailed to members in November and due by January 15.

NAMS also offers a half-year membership available at a reduced fee after July 1. With this half-year option, membership July1-December 31 includes full member benefits from the application date through December 31.

Please note when joining for a full year between January 1 through June 30, back issues of the journal Menopause are provided. When joining for a half-year starting July 1, back issues of Menopause are not provided, but full text articles can be accessed free online by NAMS members. Whether joining for a full year or half year, back issues of Menopause Management are not provided.

Join today by using one of the following methods.

• Fill out and submit this online form, including credit card payment information.
• Download and print this Application Form Acrobat Reader required. Fill out the form and fax it to 440/442-2660 or mail it to:

NAMS
P.O. Box 94527
Cleveland, OH 44101, USA

If you prefer, a printed copy of the Application Form, along with a list of all of the member benefits and the description of the member categories can be sent to you. Contact the NAMS Central Office and ask that the Membership Brochure be mailed or faxed to you info@menopause.org or 440/442-7550.

Frequently Asked Dues Questions

• What period does my dues payment cover?
  NAMS membership is from January 1 through December 31. Member renewal notices for the coming year are mailed to members in November and are due by January 15. NAMS also offers a half-year membership available at a reduced fee after July 1. With this half-year option, membership July 1-Dec 31 includes full member benefits from the application date through December 31.
• Are my NAMS annual dues tax deductible?
  Dues to NAMS are not deductible as a charitable contribution but may be deductible as an ordinary and necessary business expense. Donations to NAMS are deductible as a charitable contribution.
• When should I pay my annual dues?
  Dues should be paid as soon as possible to continue receiving membership benefits without interruption. If dues are unpaid after 60 days, members benefits will be suspended.
• What form of payment does NAMS accept?
  You can pay your dues with a personal check, business check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, or American Express.
• Can I pay my dues online?
  You may pay your dues online. Simply fill out and submit this online form, including credit card payment information.