New England Medical Association

The New England Medical Association (NEMA) is a 501(c)(3) membership organization dedicated to enriching the Boston, MA healthcare community through comprehensive professional development and advocacy initiatives. NEMA serves Black physicians and physicians in training across the New England region, offering a robust suite of services designed to advance careers and promote equitable healthcare delivery. The organization operates through four specialized committees: Mentorship and Career Development, Health and Wellness, Advocacy and Health Equity, and strategic community partnerships. Members gain access to an exclusive speakers bureau featuring leading local presenters, structured mentorship programs with personalized mentor-mentee matching based on professional interests, and the ability to list their medical practices for patient referrals. NEMA's career development series provides dynamic professional growth opportunities, while wellness initiatives address the unique challenges facing Black physicians in the healthcare system. As an affiliate of the National Medical Association, NEMA combines national resources with local expertise to create meaningful change. The organization actively works to eliminate health disparities through collaborative, community-based projects and provides safe spaces for dialogue, networking, and professional advancement. Whether you're seeking mentorship, career guidance, wellness support, or opportunities to contribute to health equity initiatives in Boston and throughout New England, NEMA offers the professional community and resources needed to thrive in medicine.