Osteopathic Students & Residents:

I would like to personally invite you to take advantage of your FREE membership in IOMA. We are the organization that represents all members of the osteopathic profession here in Iowa - and that includes YOU! To take advantage of this opportunity, we ask that you fill out the student or resident form and enter your information. We do not share your personal information with any third parties.

Medical school and residency, while not easy, is a time of growth and development. If you have questions, need support, or just want to talk to someone who has been through it, please feel free to contact us. We are in the process of developing a mentorship program that would allow DMU students and those in residency to interact with current IOMA members to assist you in your journey.

As a member, we will send you our monthly electronic newsletter, and other important updates and alerts but we won’t inundate your inbox.

We offer educational events throughout the year and our main conference is the Upper Midwest Osteopathic Medical Conference, which is held in early May each year. You are welcome to attend, sit in on various lectures and talk with active DO members and speakers.

We are very aware that you have limited time and resources but if you are looking for leadership opportunities, you can volunteer to serve on one of the IOMA committees. Perhaps you are a social media expert and would like to help our Communications Committee or maybe you have an interest in legislation and would like to join our Government Relations Committee. Serving on a committee helps you develop your personal skills and competencies. Just let us know.

I wish you all great success in your journey through your medical training and hope that you take advantage of your free IOMA membership. Let us know if you have any questions.

William Felegi, D.O.

President

• Free attendance at state-sponsored medical conferences
• Poster presentation opportunity at conference, cash prizes for winners
• Opportunities to publish research or editorial content in monthly newsletter
• Educational and Professional Development through designated seats on committees and boards

• Annual advocacy workshop with SOMA
• Award for graduating senior, chosen from students who have served on IOMA's board
• Support for SOMA chapter including opportunities to connect with physicians in Iowa