Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA)

The Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association (POMA) is a divisional society of the American Osteopathic Association.

POMA is the official voice for over 12,300 licensed osteopathic physicians, residents, interns and plus 2,600 students in Pennsylvania.

Mission:
POMA's mission is to promote the distinctive philosophy and practice of osteopathic medicine for their patients, their members, and the communities they serve.

Vision:
The Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association is a uniquely osteopathic physician community dedicated to promoting quality education, excellence in practice, state-wide advocacy and personal well-being.

POMA's Purpose Statement:
The purpose of the Pennsylvania Osteopathic Medical Association is to promote public health:
• By the elevation and maintenance of high standards of osteopathic education.
• By the stimulation of research and investigation.
• By the collection and dissemination of such knowledge for the education and improvement of the profession and for the benefit of humanity.