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Membership
to the Society is open for all individuals active in the
field of reproductive medicine and science, including
medical doctors, scientists, students and support
personnel such as nurses, laboratory technicians,
counselors, psychologists, social workers etc.
Since its
foundation in 1992, the Society has increased its
membership from
20
to 2500 members (November 2008 count). Members of
MEFS are distributed over all continents, although
membership is primarily concentrated in Middle Eastern
countries.
There are two membership categories:
1-
Active membership
Active memberships include physicians, scientists
holding Ph.D. degree in one of the biological sciences,
or similar qualified individuals who have special
interest in promoting the purpose of the society. They
shall have the right to vote. Application of candidates
for active membership shall be submitted to the
secretary to the approval. The executive committee shall
review the rejected applications for final decision on
them.
2- Associate membership
Students who are working towards a medical or scientific
degree, and physicians who are serving residencies of
fellowship programs, nurses and technicians, may apply
for Associate membership. Membership in this status is
automatically terminated one year after completion of
training. Associate members applications shall be
proceeded under the procedures outlined for active
membership applicants. They shall not have the right to
vote.
Benefits:
All
individuals who have been accepted as member of
the Society can benefit from the following:
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Membership certificate.
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Reduction in registration fees for all MEFS
activities.
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Regular Information on all MEFS activities
in form of brochures and leaflets.
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Benefits from all other international
societies related to MEFS in partnership or
sister ship society.
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Opportunities for active participation in
scientific meetings such as:
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Give Oral, poster or video
presentations.
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Lead seminars and workshop, symposia and
roundtables
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Serve as faculty for postgraduate
courses at annual meetings and
throughout the year.
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MEFS journals
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Newsletter, a newsletter that informs MEFS
members about events and meetings
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