New England Regional Chapter

The New England Chapter (includes Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Vermont, and Maine) of the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine (NERC SAHM) is an interdisciplinary organization open to all who care for and about youth. This includes physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, social workers, health educators, counselors, teachers, mental health and human service and public health personnel. Chapter members do not need to be members of the national organization. Dues are $30 annually, from April to April.

Our Objectives

Act as a source of information and referral for adolescent health care throughout New England.
Promote high quality health care for adolescents by fostering communication and collaboration among adolescent health professionals.
Encourage professional growth among those who help care for adolescents, including trainees, by presenting opportunities for continuing education and advocacy.

The current New England Regional Chapter Executive Committee consists of:

Jack Rusley, MD, MHS – President
Josh Borus, MD, MPH – Immediate Past President
Sydney Hartman-Munick, MD – Immediate Past President and Secretary and Treasurer

Members At-Large

Katelin Blackburn, MD

Carly Guss, MD, MPH

Kathryn Brigham, MD

Jessica Addison, MD

DL Helfer, LCSW

Activities

Promotion of continuing professional education (including a quarterly Adolescent and Young Adult Health Regional Grand Rounds)
Legislative advocacy
E-mail list for Chapter News
Networking and social events

For information on upcoming events or opportunities, to change your address or e-mail on our mailing list, or to join/pay chapter dues, please contact newenglandsahm@gmail.com.

Join this chapter — membership in SAHM is not required to join a chapter, but you are invited to join.