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ACOEM is improving the care and well-being of workers through science and the sharing of knowledge.

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Occupational and Environmental Medicine (OEM)

OEM is a board-certified specialty under Preventive Medicine that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of work-related injuries and illnesses.

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Continuing Education Center

Continuing Education Center

ACOEM offers a variety of educational offerings to meet your learning needs and style. Learn about our live events, webinars, on-demand learning, board prep, and MOC. 

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ACOEM Community

ACOEM Community

The place for ACOEM members to share ideas, feedback, and connect with peers.

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Championing the Health and Safety of Workers

Championing the Health and Safety of Workers

ACOEM works closely with organizations and expert medical professionals to advance the legislative priorities that matter most to our members.

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ACOEM is the champion for physicians and workers in safe workplaces and quality environments

Founded in 1916, the American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM) is the nation’s largest medical society dedicated to promoting the health of workers through preventive medicine, clinical care, research, and education.

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Upcoming Events and Annual Conferences

Live Course 13.75 cme credits
February 01, 2025 - February 02, 2025

Medical Review Officer February 2025

AMA Executive Conference Center
Webinar
January 22, 2025 - January 22, 2025

Froedtert Health- ACOEM: Adult Vaccination Uptake Improvement Program

Webinar
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January 2025

Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine

Editor's Pick

A Longitudinal Analysis of Long Working Hours and the Onset of Psychological Distress

Ezekekwu, Emmanuel PhD; Johnson, Christopher PhD; Karimi, Seyed PhD; Lorenz, Doug PhD; Antimisiaris, Demetra PharmD, BCGP, FASCP

Editor's Pick

Incorporating Lifestyle Medicine Into Occupational Medicine Practice: ACOEM Guidance Statement

ACOEM's Presidential Task Force on Lifestyle Medicine and OEM Practice

Featured Practice Resources

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Commercial Driver Medical Examiner Center

Commercial Driver Medical Examiners (CDMEs) play a vital role in promoting the safety of America's roadways by ensuring that commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operators are physically qualified to drive.

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Public Safety Medicine Center

ACOEM publishes guidance for medical providers who evaluate public safety employees (e.g., law enforcement officers (LEOs), correctional officers, and EMS personnel) and candidates in order to make medical qualification recommendations.

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Medical Review Officer Center

Medical Review Officers (MROs) review results from drug-testing programs and evaluate medical explanations for certain results. ACOEM is the educational provider of choice for MROs.
 

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ACOEM News

1/8/2025 12:00:00 AM

Announcing the ACOEM Board of Directors 2025-2026 Leadership Team!

Congratulations to the winners of the ACOEM 2025-2026 Board of Directors election! Those elected will officially take office during ACOEM’s annual membership meeting at AOHC 2025 in Austin, Texas. Officers serve one-year terms, the Treasurer serves a two-year term, and Directors serve three-year terms unless otherwise noted.

1/3/2025 12:00:00 AM

Post-COVID Conditions in Health Care Workers: Rates and Risk Factors

A new, prospective study in JOEM reports 27% incidence of 'Long COVID' symptoms.

12/4/2024 12:00:00 AM

Artificial Intelligence in Occupational Medicine: The Research So Far

Despite ongoing dialogue about the implications of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, growing evidence supports the potential utility of AI models in clinical settings.

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