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Join more than 11,000 clinicians, scientists and healthcare professionals dedicated to improving the care of patients with movement disorders — some of the most challenging diseases to diagnose and treat.
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Keep up with the latest advancements across this rapidly evolving field
Be part of a global voice
Expand your global network, and drive science and care forward
Access top resources
Gain specialty tools to support your day-to-day work and career
MDS offers no-cost membership for eligible individuals from 100+ lower-income countries, as well as for students, junior members, and retirees.
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Prof. Njideka Okubadejo
“The single most important career decision for me has been engaging with the MDS.”
6 Membership Categories:
Regular
For clinicians, other health professionals, researchers, policymakers, and industry professionals in Movement Disorders.
$300 USD annually
Print version of Movement Disorders journal included
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$0 / No-fee membership |
Health Professional (Non-Physician)
For nurses, nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, occupational therapists, physical/physiotherapists, music therapists, speech therapists, clinical psychologists, dietitians, genetic counselors, social workers, lab technicians, and research coordinators.
$100 USD per year
with online-only access to journals
You can also add a print copy of the Movement Disorders journal for an additional $75 /year.
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$0 / No-fee membership |
Basic Scientist
Individuals whose primary role is research in the fields fundamental to the study of medicine, including chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, and other sub-disciplines.
$100 USD per year
with online-only access to journals
You can also add a print copy of the Movement Disorders journal for an additional $75 /year.
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$0 / No-fee membership |
Junior
For residents, fellows, and those training in healthcare or scientific research.
$0 - Free membership
with online-only access to journals
Student
For medical students and undergraduate, master's, graduate-level, post-graduate, and PhD students in medicine and science.
$0 - Free membership
with online-only access to journals
Retiree
For those who have retired from the field of movement disorders.
$0 - Free membership
with online-only access to journals
Member Benefits
Leading Content
- Access to 2 highly ranked peer-reviewed monthly journals: Movement Disorders and Movement Disorders Clinical Practice
- Exclusive webinars
- Regular news from around the field via Society podcasts, scientific discussions, video series, and the Moving Along newsletter
Education & collaboration
Reduced rates and the ability to apply for travel grants to:
- International Congress
- Regional Congresses
- 200+ courses, including timely new offerings every quarter
Access to:
Funding & Support
Access to programs that support:
- Specialty training, fellowships, and education abroad
- Career development and prestigious leadership training
- Mentorship, both personally and for your center
- Specialized consultation for clinicians in underserved areas
- Local education / events
- View all programs »
Specialty Tools
- Video Case Library
- Clinical Outcome Assessments / Rating Scales*
- Specialist Finder
- MDSGene Database
- Prodromal PD Calculator
- Movement Inquisitive video quizzes
- Patient Handouts
*Clinical and educational use only
Have questions?
View answers to frequently asked questions about MDS membership, or contact membership@movementdisorders.org.