The Northeast Medical Association (NEMA) is a society of physicians and dentists that since 1957, has met yearly to discuss recent advances in science, medicine and public health. Much of NEMA's interest is focused on injuries, safety, and equipment as they relate to skiing and other outdoor recreation.

The Program:
Each winter, NEMA alternates conducting a 3-day meeting at ski resort in the East with a weeklong meeting at a ski resort in the West or in Europe. Papers are presented by recognized experts and by NEMA members, applicants and guests. Topics include virtually every aspect of medicine and outdoor recreation.

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The Membership:
This eclectic organization includes physicians and dentists of all ages, all specialties and all practice settings, from primary care doctors practicing in small communities of New Hampshire to specialists chairing departments at major medical centers in Boston. The common thread running through the membership is a love of skiing and the outdoors. Many members serve as ski area physicians, ski patrollers, ski instructors and disabled skier trainers. Some members are former Olympic and professional ski racers and mountain climbers.

The Camaraderie:
Meetings include an active social calendar that offers ample time to ski with family and friends. Spouses and children attend all social functions and are welcomed at the scientific sessions. Indeed, this venerable and enduring organization includes physicians that are second generation NEMA members.