In our rapidly expanding field, multiple organizations contribute to the development, certification, education, and advocacy of addiction medicine. This page provides a simplified overview of key organizations, their roles, and relationships.
American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry, AAAP
AAAP is a national professional society that focuses on evidence-based prevention, treatment, and recovery approaches, particularly for people with substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric disorders.
The American Board of Preventive Medicine, ABPM
A member board of the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS). Official certifying body for the subspecialty of addiction medicine. Focuses on public health, disease prevention, and population-based care.
Advancing the spectrum of substance use care.
Founded in 1976 and built on a proud legacy of expertise that has been stewarded to reach, inspire, and unite the spectrum of care, AMERSA drives meaningful progress in the field by bridging research and real world care and creating space for collaboration across disciplines.
American Society of Addiction Medicine, ASAM
“ASAM, founded in 1954, is a distinguished medical society that encompasses more than 8,000 physicians, clinicians, and related professionals who specialize in addiction medicine.” Dedicated to improving access, quality, education, and advocacy in addiction treatment.
American College of Academic Addiction Medicine, ACAAM
The organization presented on this website. Independent, non-profit physician-led organization. Not formally affiliated with other organizations listed here, though it maintains collaborative relationships.
Addiction Medicine Fellowships Directors Association, AMFDA
Incorporated in 2016 to advance fellowship training. Closely affiliated with The Addiction Medicine Foundation (TAMF). Merged into ACAAM on January 1, 2019. Dissolved on December 31, 2018.
The Addiction Medicine Foundation, TAMF
Founded in 2007. Renamed ACAAM on January 1, 2019. See ACAAM above for current activities.