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Korean American Medical Association
About Korean American Medical Association
Founded on October 23, 1974, the Korean American Medical Association (KAMA) represents a 50-year legacy of community building and professional excellence among physicians of Korean heritage. Established by visionary physicians from New York City, Washington D.C., and Chicago, KAMA has grown from a small regional network into a nationally influential organization serving the medical community from its Englewood Cliffs, NJ base. The association's mission centers on positively influencing and impacting the Korean American medical community through academics, mentoring, networking, and global health initiatives. KAMA is deeply committed to fostering meaningful connections among Korean American physicians, creating a professional home where members can collaborate, advance their careers, and contribute to healthcare policy at the national level. The organization takes pride in its pioneering achievements, including becoming the first Korean American medical association to hold a voting seat in the AMA House of Delegates in 2006. Beyond professional advancement, KAMA demonstrates unwavering dedication to supporting Korean American women physicians and developing the next generation of medical professionals. The association's values reflect a commitment to community engagement, clinical excellence, and bridging cultural connections between the United States and Korea. Through its regional chapters, annual scientific conventions, and collaborative partnerships with international medical organizations, KAMA continues to honor the vision of its founders while creating opportunities for members to shape the association's future and advocate for issues affecting the health and wellbeing of the Korean American community.