The Academy of Operational Medicine's fellowship program recognizes those individuals who have demonstrated their advanced practice of operational medicine through experience, education, scholarly activity, and leadership. Those selected for admission into the Academy and elected a Fellow may use the designation Fellow of the Academy of Operational Medicine and affix the professional credential FAOM to their name.
To apply for a fellowship, an applicant must have completed their educational and licensing requirements to become a Physician, Registered Nurse, Physician Associate, Nurse Practitioner, Nurse Anesthetist, Paramedic, Physical Therapist, Dentist, Veterinarian, or international equivalents; have at least three years of professional practice in their medical discipline, and have verifiable experience in the field of operational medicine. The strongest candidates are those with military, disaster, law enforcement, wilderness, or missionary medical experiences. However, the Academy broadly defines operational medicine and encourages each applicant who believes they are eligible for a fellowship to apply.
EMTs with advanced medical training, such as military, law enforcement, and search and rescue, are encouraged to apply.
The Academy's mission is to create a global community of diverse operational medicine professionals who will support, challenge, and inspire one another by providing a platform for networking, mentorship, and career development. The Academy's membership is open to all healthcare providers and students interested in operational medicine.
The Operational Medicine Foundation is the charitable organization of the Academy of Operational Medicine. It is funded primarily from the annual dues of the Academy's membership and proceeds from the Academy's online store. The Foundation's board of directors is elected from the Academy's fellowship and has complete autonomy in the disbursement of philanthropic funds.
The Operational Medicine Foundation is a tax deductible public charity.
