Why join the WMS?

The World Muscle Society is a global, multidisciplinary community committed to advancing the science of neuromuscular disorders and the care for people living with them.

Our dynamic community is made up of scientists and healthcare professionals working at the forefront of scientific innovation and patient care. 

Through our work, we are dedicated not only to advancing the diagnosis, treatment, care and outcomes for patients with neuromuscular disorders, but also expanding the knowledge to both younger generations of specialists in neuromuscular disorders and to countries where myology remains an emerging science. 

Why become a WMS member:

• enjoy reduced registration fees for our annual international Pre-Congress Teaching Course and Congress
• explore relevant events and contribute your own to be promoted on WMS's social media
• view interactive clinical cases and educational material for insights into neuromuscular diseases
• access Early Career Members information, submit proposals for projects, read interviews with professionals and find job opportunities
• stay updated with monthly journals, newsletters and featured research articles in the field.

What our members say:

‘As an early career researcher, becoming a member of the WMS has allowed me to keep up to date with the latest developments and connect with like-minded colleagues. It has also given me access to the right support and meet people who have the potential to influence my career.’

Engagement opportunities for members:

• Share your stories and expertise: share your personal stories, experiences, and expertise related to neuromuscular disorders. Your valuable insights can foster a supportive community and advance knowledge in this field while helping you raise your own professional profile.
• Showcase achievements: we encourage you to share any published material, awards, or research you have been involved in. Celebrating your accomplishments helps inspire others.
• Social Media: are you on social media? Follow WMS on Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram and connect with other members and organisations.

Shape the future with WMS Committees:

Our members also have the opportunity to sit on WMS committees and stand for election to the WMS Executive Board. As a committee member, you can use your voice to help shape the future of the WMS. 

• our Myology Developments Across the World Committee seeks to extend our reach to those areas where myology is still an emerging science. 
• our Guidelines Committee is dedicated to optimising the implementation of best care practices for neuromuscular disorders worldwide.
• our Environmental Sustainability Committee is focused on the journey of learning how to make the organisation and the Congresses more sustainable.
• our EDI Committee is dedicated to ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and that the WMS is truly representative of the community it serves. 

Financial incentives

WMS membership allows you to enjoy discounted registration fees for the WMS Congress and Pre-Congress Teaching Course as well as opportunities to apply for additional financial assistance through our Travel Fellowships and Caregiver grants, further details are available on our Congress Information page. 

For further information about the membership process please see our Frequently Asked Questions page. If you have any questions regarding becoming a member, the features mentioned above, or have any other feedback, don't hesitate to contact our Association Support Manager, Sadie Tyler-Sibbald: [email protected].

Types of membership

• Student membership - for medical students, trainee doctors pursuing primary specialities, PhD students, postdocs and MSc students. One of our biggest areas of work is supporting those in the early stages of their careers. Students benefit from reduced membership fees and gain access to our entire network. 
• Academic/ patient advocate membership - this is our “standard” membership, aimed at those with more established careers such as scientists, researchers and clinicians who want to use the WMS network to collaborate, develop their knowledge, share their experiences and gain influence in the field. 
• Industry membership - we work closely with the pharmaceutical industry to advance our global understanding of neuromuscular disorders. Our industry memberships come with all the benefits of standard membership and help us continue to provide reduced membership rates for those less able to afford them.
• Retired membership - our retired members are often those with the greatest knowledge and experience, keeping them as part of our community even after they leave employment helps provide opportunities to pass on their wisdom.

Become a part of the WMS. Together, we are making strides in advancing the understanding and treatment of neuromuscular diseases.

We look forward to meeting you!

If you have further questions, please view our FAQ page here.

Membership grant

The WMS is proud to be an international community, and we are committed to making membership accessible to colleagues around the world. If the membership fee is preventing you from joining, you are welcome to apply for a Membership grant.

To do this, please complete our online grant application form. Once we have received your form and your application has been reviewed, we will contact you with the outcome. A grant membership includes all the same benefits as a standard WMS membership, with no limitations, you will also have the opportunity to apply for a Congress registration grant, subject to successful abstract submission and fellowship application.

Membership fees

We as a community are conscious of supporting a sustainable future for our planet and have always encouraged all members to select the online version of the journal.

The WMS Executive Board and Elsevier have been in discussions for several years regarding the printed journals for WMS members and how the logistics of printing and delivery impact the Society's sustainability and financial objectives. It has been agreed that the WMS will no longer offer printed journal membership options from July 2025.

Now it is time to apply for or renew your WMS Membership!

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Which membership type is right for me?

It is essential that you self-select the correct membership type. Failure to do so may result in your WMS membership being removed/denied.