Memberships

Membership Categories and Criteria:

Ordinary Membership:

  • Eligibility: Open to all doctors, whether actively practicing, retired, or medical students, without discrimination based on gender, ethnicity, race, political affiliation, or nationality.
  • Application Process: Prospective members must complete an application form and submit it to the NMS Head Office.
  • Responsibilities: Ordinary members align with and support the aims and objectives of the Society.

Honorary Membership:

  • Criteria: Conferred upon individuals who have made outstanding contributions to NMS or healthcare in Namibia, as recognized by the Executive Board.
  • Nomination: Members can nominate candidates for honorary membership, subject to approval by the Executive Board through a voting process.

Membership Fees:

  • Structure: Fees are categorized based on professional status, with exemptions for honorary members.
  • Payment: Due annually by April 1st, with penalties for late payments.
  • Adjustments: Fee amendments are decided upon at the Annual General Meeting.

Membership Benefits:

  1. Representation: NMS provides a platform for members to have a voice in statutory bodies and ministerial committees related to healthcare governance.
  2. Professional Development: Access to Continuous Medical Education (CME) materials and opportunities to earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.
  3. Opportunities: Mentorship, networking, and career development support through NMS activities, fostering leadership among members.
  4. Recognition: Membership in NMS enhances professional credibility and signifies commitment to national healthcare standards.
  5. Access: Participation in international events and activities through NMS affiliations with organizations like CANMA (Central African Network of Medical Associations).

Termination and Resignation:

  • Automatic Termination: Membership ceases upon the member's death.
  • Resignation: Members may voluntarily resign with a 14-day written notice to the Executive Board.
  • Disciplinary Action: The Executive Board reserves the right to terminate membership for breaches of the Constitution or the Society's objectives, with the opportunity for the member to appeal through a disciplinary hearing.

Voting Rights:

  • Entitlement: All members in good standing possess full voting rights in all society meetings, ensuring democratic participation in decision-making processes.

Conclusion: The Namibia Medical Society stands as a beacon for medical professionals in Namibia, advocating for excellence, equity, and integrity in healthcare. Through robust membership engagement, professional development initiatives, and influential advocacy efforts, NMS continues to drive positive change within Namibia's healthcare landscape. By upholding its vision, mission, and core values, NMS remains committed to fostering a supportive environment where medical professionals thrive and contribute to a healthier nation.

  1. Individual
  • Private Practitioner
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $1,200

    This membership is open to any doctor in private practice who agrees with the Society's aims and objectives.


    Membership Benefits

    • Representation: Members receive representation to statutory bodies such as the Health Professions Councils of Namibia (HPCNA) and Ministerial Committees.
    • Professional Development: Members have access to Continuous Medical Education (CME) platform materials and can earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.
    • Opportunities: Members benefit from mentorship, networking, and welfare opportunities, enhancing career development and leadership through NMS activities.
    • Recognition: Membership in NMS confers recognition and credibility as a member of a national professional body.
    • Access: Members can participate in events and activities of international organizations where NMS is a member, such as the Coalition of African National Medical Associations (CANMA).
    • Voting Rights: All members in good standing have full voting rights at all Society meetings.


    Termination of Membership

    1. Membership is automatically terminated in the event of death.
    2. Members may resign by providing 14 days' written notice to the Executive Board.
    3. The Executive Board may terminate membership if a member breaches the Society's Constitution or aims and objectives. However, the member has the right to attend a disciplinary hearing to appeal the decision.
    Apply
  • State Doctors
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $1,000

    This membership is open to any state doctor or who agrees with the Society's aims and objectives.


    Membership Benefits

    • Representation: Members receive representation to statutory bodies such as the Health Professions Councils of Namibia (HPCNA) and Ministerial Committees.
    • Professional Development: Members have access to Continuous Medical Education (CME) platform materials and can earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.
    • Opportunities: Members benefit from mentorship, networking, and welfare opportunities, enhancing career development and leadership through NMS activities.
    • Recognition: Membership in NMS confers recognition and credibility as a member of a national professional body.
    • Access: Members can participate in events and activities of international organizations where NMS is a member, such as the Coalition of African National Medical Associations (CANMA).
    • Voting Rights: All members in good standing have full voting rights at all Society meetings.


    Termination of Membership

    1. Membership is automatically terminated in the event of death.
    2. Members may resign by providing 14 days' written notice to the Executive Board.
    3. The Executive Board may terminate membership if a member breaches the Society's Constitution or aims and objectives. However, the member has the right to attend a disciplinary hearing to appeal the decision.
    Apply
  • Medical Intern
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $600

    This membership is open to any medical intern who agrees with the Society's aims and objectives.


    Membership Benefits

    • Representation: Members receive representation to statutory bodies such as the Health Professions Councils of Namibia (HPCNA) and Ministerial Committees.
    • Professional Development: Members have access to Continuous Medical Education (CME) platform materials and can earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.
    • Opportunities: Members benefit from mentorship, networking, and welfare opportunities, enhancing career development and leadership through NMS activities.
    • Recognition: Membership in NMS confers recognition and credibility as a member of a national professional body.
    • Access: Members can participate in events and activities of international organizations where NMS is a member, such as the Coalition of African National Medical Associations (CANMA).
    • Voting Rights: All members in good standing have full voting rights at all Society meetings.


    Termination of Membership

    1. Membership is automatically terminated in the event of death.
    2. Members may resign by providing 14 days' written notice to the Executive Board.
    3. The Executive Board may terminate membership if a member breaches the Society's Constitution or aims and objectives. However, the member has the right to attend a disciplinary hearing to appeal the decision.
    Apply
  • Medical Student
    Duration
    12 months
    Package price
    $50

    This membership is open to any medical student who agrees with the Society's aims and objectives.


    Membership Benefits

    • Representation: Members receive representation to statutory bodies such as the Health Professions Councils of Namibia (HPCNA) and Ministerial Committees.
    • Professional Development: Members have access to Continuous Medical Education (CME) platform materials and can earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points.
    • Opportunities: Members benefit from mentorship, networking, and welfare opportunities, enhancing career development and leadership through NMS activities.
    • Recognition: Membership in NMS confers recognition and credibility as a member of a national professional body.
    • Access: Members can participate in events and activities of international organizations where NMS is a member, such as the Coalition of African National Medical Associations (CANMA).
    • Voting Rights: All members in good standing have full voting rights at all Society meetings.


    Termination of Membership

    1. Membership is automatically terminated in the event of death.
    2. Members may resign by providing 14 days' written notice to the Executive Board.
    3. The Executive Board may terminate membership if a member breaches the Society's Constitution or aims and objectives. However, the member has the right to attend a disciplinary hearing to appeal the decision.
    Apply

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