ACOEM
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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. A dynamic group of physicians and allied health professionals in a variety of medical practices is united via the College to develop positions and policies on vital issues relevant to the practice of preventive medicine both within and outside of the workplace.
While national in scope, the College is composed of local component societies in the United States and Canada, whose members hold scientific meetings and network on a regular basis. ACOEM sponsors the annual American Occupational Health Conference, the nation's largest conference of its kind, each spring.
The College also conducts continuing education courses including Foundations in Occupational Medicine, Occupational Medicine Board Review, and Impairment and Disability Evaluation, and offers training for MRO Drug/Alcohol Testing and Commercial Driver Medical Examiners.
Publications
ACOEM publishes the monthly Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (JOEM), ACOEM E-News, and ACOEM Quarterly. ACOEM also publishes the online Guidance for the Medical Evaluation of Public Safety Employees, and the Occupational Medicine Practice Guidelines.
The College periodically issues position papers that provide guidance for a variety of workplace/environmental settings. These documents cover topics such as spirometry, noise-induced hearing loss, obesity, workplace drug screening, confidentiality of medical information, depression screening, and reproductive hazards. ACOEM has also established a Code of Ethical Conduct to guide occupational and environmental physicians. Source
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Search ArticlesACOEM | Exposure to Industrial Pollutants Linked to Breast Cancer Risk
Exposure to specific air pollutants from nearby industrial sites may be associated with breast cancer risk among women in Los Angeles, reports a study in the July issue of the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine. Julia E. Heck, PhD, MPH, of the University of North Texas and colleagues analyzed data from 53,313 women enrolled in a long-term study of health risks (the California Multiethnic Cohort) in Los Angeles County.
ACOEM | ACOEM and ACLM Release New Guide to Bring Lifestyle Medicine into the Workplace
The American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine (ACOEM) and the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) today announced the release of the Guide to Bringing Lifestyle Medicine into Workplaces, a practical, evidence-based resource designed to help organizations build healthier workforces from the ground up.
ACOEM | AI Effects on Unemployment Will Vary by Region and Industry
How will artificial intelligence (AI) affect unemployment rates? The answer will vary depending on regional differences in occupation and industry—with urban technology hubs likely to see the greatest impact, reports a study from Taiwan in the June issue of the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
ACOEM | Advancing Worker Health: A Shared Path Forward
What does it truly mean to have a healthy workforce? That question brought together leaders from across the occupational health landscape – professional organizations, employers, labor representatives, and insurers – at the Healthy Worker Summit, hosted by ACOEM with funding support from Ardmore Institute of Health on April 23, 2026, in Chicago, Illinois.
ACOEM | American College of Occupational and Environmental Medicine Names Andrew J. Prazuch, CAE, as New Executive Director
An accomplished association executive with over 25 years of experience in the healthcare, legal, and higher education sectors, Andrew J. Prazuch, CAE will lead ACOEM’s strategic initiatives, membership growth, and operational excellence as Executive Director. Prazuch joins ACOEM from the American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), where he served as Membership Director.
ACOEM | Stakeholders Share Attitudes Toward AI in Occupational Healthcare
While they see potential benefits, employees, employers, and occupational health professionals (OHPs) voice some concerns about the role of artificial intelligence (AI) applications in occupational healthcare, reports a qualitative study in the May issue of the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.
ACOEM | 2026-7 Incoming Presidential Speech – Dr. Jill Rosenthal
It feels especially meaningful to stand before you here in Chicago as I begin this presidential term. This city is where my journey with ACOEM began 26 years ago, at the University of Illinois, at the very start of my occupational medicine residency. I can still picture that moment when Dr. Linda Forst handed each of us a membership application – yes, a paper application – and encouraged us to complete it. She told us something simple, but powerful: ACOEM is your specialty college.
ACOEM | 2025-6 Outgoing Presidential Speech – Dr. Laura Gillis
2025-6 Outgoing Presidential Speech – Dr. Laura Gillis As I conclude my term as President, I’ve been reflecting on this past year. Although I’ve been part of this College for more than 30 years, this role gave me a new appreciation for the depth of our mission, the strength of our people, and the scope of our work. It has been humbling and deeply meaningful. In my incoming remarks a year ago, I offered three themes as our compass: Collaboration, Excellence, and Integrity.
Members in the News
Members in the News – April 2026 As published in the April 2026 edition of ACOEM in Motion – the monthly newsletter that spotlights peers, shares timely insights, and opens doors to get involved. Want to be featured? Reach out to us. 04/15/2026
ACOEM | High Rate of Chemical Exposure After Ohio Train Derailment
A 2023 freight train derailment in Ohio caused exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals and physical and mental health symptoms in a large majority of residents, according to a community assessment in the April issue of the Journal of Occupational and Environmental Medicine.