Indian Medical Association (IMA) – Introduction

The Indian Medical Association (IMA), established in 1928, is the largest professional body of doctors in India, committed to promoting medical excellence and ethical practice. Headquartered in New Delhi, IMA represents over 3.5 lakh allopathic doctors through its extensive network of state and local branches.

The Association works to advance medical education, safeguard the interests of healthcare professionals, and improve public health standards across the nation. Through continuous medical education (CME) programs, awareness campaigns and active collaboration with government bodies, IMA plays a vital role in shaping national health policies. Dedicated to the welfare of both doctors and society, IMA stands as the unified voice of the medical fraternity in India.

Indian Medical Association (IMA) – Overview

Full Name: Indian Medical Association (IMA)
Established: 1928
Headquarters: New Delhi, India
Type: Voluntary, non-governmental professional organization
Affiliation: World Medical Association (WMA)

🎯 Objectives

  • To promote and advance medical and allied sciences in all their branches.
  • To improve public health and medical education in India.
  • To maintain the honor, dignity, and ethics of the medical profession.
  • To safeguard and represent the interests of doctors and medical practitioners.
  • To advise government bodies on healthcare policies and public health issues.

⚙️ Activities

  • Conducts continuing medical education (CME) programs and workshops.
  • Promotes medical ethics and patient rights.
  • Organizes public health campaigns (e.g., vaccination, hygiene awareness).
  • Provides legal and professional support to its members.
  • Participates in national health missions and policy formulation.

🩺 Leadership

Indian Medical Association is the only representative, national voluntary organisation of Doctors of Modern Scientific System of Medicine, which looks after the interest of doctors as well as the well being of the community at large. The IMA is headed by a National President, supported by the Honorary Secretary General and a Central Council elected by members.

🌍 Affiliations & Role

  • Member of the World Medical Association (WMA).
  • Plays a vital role in shaping healthcare policy, advocating for doctors’ rights, and promoting ethical medical practice in India.

👨‍⚕️ Membership

  • Open to all registered allopathic doctors in India.
  • Has more than 350,000 members across 1,700 local branches in 29 states and union territories.