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The Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA). The preeminent North American medical organization dedicated to promotion of sexual wellness and treatment of sexual dysfunction A regional affiliate of the International Society of Sexual Medicine (ISSM). Who is in the SMSNA?.
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The Sexual Medicine Society of North America (SMSNA) • The preeminent North American medical organization dedicated to promotion of sexual wellness and treatment of sexual dysfunction • A regional affiliate of the International Society of Sexual Medicine (ISSM)
Who is in the SMSNA? • The SMSNA includes urologists, internists, family practitioners, psychologists, sex therapists, clinical and basic science researchers, and students • The SMSNA is open to clinicians, mental health professionals, researchers, and others who have interest in the promotion of sexual wellness
What does the SMSNA do? • SMSNA promotes and advocates for the highest standards in: • Clinical management of sexual dysfunction • Research on sexual function and dysfunction • Education on sexual wellness at the individual and community level • Advocacy to promote sexual health for all persons
SMSNA Activities • Provide a forum for exchange and discussion of ideas, thoughts, and concepts in sexual health • Annual Research Meeting • Annual Meeting at the American Urologic Association • Combined ISSM meeting every 10th year • Collaboration with other sexual health advocacy groups • Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors, and Therapists (AASECT) • Society for Scientific Study of Sex (SSSS) • Society for Sex Therapy and Reserarch (SSTAR) • Patient education (www.sexhealthmatters.org) • Research Grants for junior investigators
How can I get involved? • www.smsna.org • SMSNA Director • E-mail: info@smsna.org • Phone: (910) 667 2457 • Mail PO Box 160 Holly Ridge, NC 28445 U.S.A.