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'''Catholic Medical Association''' ('''CMA''') is a professional organization of [[Catholic]] [[physician]]s in the [[United States]]. The association was established in 1932 and has been actively involved in a variety of healthcare and policy issues. The CMA is dedicated to upholding the principles of the [[Catholic faith]] in the science and practice of [[medicine]].
== Catholic Medical Association ==


== History ==
[[File:Luke_Evangelist.jpg|thumb|right|200px|St. Luke the Evangelist, patron saint of physicians]]


The Catholic Medical Association was founded in 1932, during a time when Catholic physicians in the United States were seeking to collaborate more closely with the [[Catholic Church]] in their professional lives. The organization has grown significantly since its inception and now includes thousands of members across the country.
The '''Catholic Medical Association''' (CMA) is a national, physician-led community of healthcare professionals that informs, organizes, and inspires its members to uphold the principles of the [[Catholic Church]] in the science and practice of [[medicine]]. The association is dedicated to the advancement of the Catholic faith and the integration of Catholic values in healthcare.


== Mission ==
== History ==
The Catholic Medical Association was founded in the early 20th century as a response to the growing need for a unified voice among Catholic healthcare professionals. It has since grown to include thousands of members across the United States, providing a platform for education, advocacy, and community.


The mission of the Catholic Medical Association is to inspire physicians to imitate [[Jesus Christ]] in their professional and personal lives. The organization seeks to uphold the principles of the Catholic faith in the science and practice of medicine, helping its members to grow in their faith and provide ethical and quality healthcare.
== Mission and Values ==
The mission of the CMA is to uphold the principles of the Catholic faith in the practice of medicine. This includes promoting the sanctity of life from conception to natural death, advocating for ethical medical practices, and supporting the spiritual and professional development of its members.


== Activities ==
== Activities ==
The CMA engages in a variety of activities to support its mission, including:


The CMA conducts a variety of activities, including annual educational conferences, publication of a quarterly journal, [[The Linacre Quarterly]], and advocacy on healthcare policy issues. The organization also provides resources for Catholic physicians to integrate their faith with their professional responsibilities.
* '''Educational Programs''': Offering conferences, seminars, and workshops on topics related to Catholic healthcare ethics and medical practice.
* '''Advocacy''': Engaging in public policy discussions and advocating for laws and regulations that align with Catholic teachings.
* '''Publications''': Producing journals and newsletters that provide insights into the intersection of faith and medicine.


== Membership ==
== Membership ==
Membership in the CMA is open to physicians, healthcare professionals, and students who are committed to the principles of the Catholic faith. Members benefit from networking opportunities, educational resources, and a supportive community.


Membership in the Catholic Medical Association is open to Catholic physicians and healthcare professionals in the United States. The organization also has associate membership categories for non-physician healthcare professionals and others interested in supporting the mission of the CMA.
== Patron Saint ==
The patron saint of the Catholic Medical Association is [[St. Luke the Evangelist]], who is traditionally regarded as the author of the [[Gospel of Luke]] and the [[Acts of the Apostles]]. St. Luke is also considered the patron saint of physicians and surgeons, making him a fitting symbol for the association.


== See also ==
== Related Pages ==
* [[Catholic Church]]
* [[Ethics in Medicine]]
* [[St. Luke the Evangelist]]
* [[Sanctity of Life]]


* [[Catholic Church and health care]]
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* [[Christian Medical and Dental Associations]]
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* [[Medical ethics]]
 
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Latest revision as of 16:34, 16 February 2025

Catholic Medical Association[edit]

St. Luke the Evangelist, patron saint of physicians

The Catholic Medical Association (CMA) is a national, physician-led community of healthcare professionals that informs, organizes, and inspires its members to uphold the principles of the Catholic Church in the science and practice of medicine. The association is dedicated to the advancement of the Catholic faith and the integration of Catholic values in healthcare.

History[edit]

The Catholic Medical Association was founded in the early 20th century as a response to the growing need for a unified voice among Catholic healthcare professionals. It has since grown to include thousands of members across the United States, providing a platform for education, advocacy, and community.

Mission and Values[edit]

The mission of the CMA is to uphold the principles of the Catholic faith in the practice of medicine. This includes promoting the sanctity of life from conception to natural death, advocating for ethical medical practices, and supporting the spiritual and professional development of its members.

Activities[edit]

The CMA engages in a variety of activities to support its mission, including:

  • Educational Programs: Offering conferences, seminars, and workshops on topics related to Catholic healthcare ethics and medical practice.
  • Advocacy: Engaging in public policy discussions and advocating for laws and regulations that align with Catholic teachings.
  • Publications: Producing journals and newsletters that provide insights into the intersection of faith and medicine.

Membership[edit]

Membership in the CMA is open to physicians, healthcare professionals, and students who are committed to the principles of the Catholic faith. Members benefit from networking opportunities, educational resources, and a supportive community.

Patron Saint[edit]

The patron saint of the Catholic Medical Association is St. Luke the Evangelist, who is traditionally regarded as the author of the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles. St. Luke is also considered the patron saint of physicians and surgeons, making him a fitting symbol for the association.

Related Pages[edit]