(NEW) Fellows of SBSM

The Fellow of the Society for Biopsychosocial Science and Medicine (FSBSM) designation will recognize early career professionals who have demonstrated sustained commitment, professional excellence, contributions to the field’s knowledge base, and active service to the Society and broader biopsychosocial community.

Eligibility for application:

1. Current SBSM member in good standing (paid annual membership dues) for at least 3 years prior to application.
2. Attendance at a minimum of two SMSM meetings in the five years prior to admission.  Exceptions may be made for extenuating circumstances, with approval of the credentialing committee.
3. Minimum 5 years (post-training) of professional practice in a biopsychosocial clinical, research, educational, or administrative role.  However, no specific degree or rank is a requirement for eligibility. 
   
4. Professional Contributions: Candidates should demonstrate meaningful contributions in at least one (and preferably more) of the following areas.
   – Clinical Practice – leadership in integrated biopsychosocial service delivery, quality improvement, or clinical innovation. 
   – Scholarly Activity – peer-reviewed publications, funded research, development of significant practice guidelines, or major presentations. 
   – Education & Mentorship – demonstrated teaching, curriculum design, or mentorship with measurable impact. 
   – Service & Leadership – active roles at local/regional/national levels in professional societies, committees, institutional leadership, advocacy, or community engagement.

Recognition, Acknowledgement, and Benefits

• Newly elected fellows will be recognized by SBSM leadership during a special session at the annual meeting.
• Fellows will be recognized with a pin, “FSBSM” listed after their names in the SBSM directory, and by “FSBSM” nametag ribbons at the annual meeting.
• Fellows will be entitled to use the designation Fellow of SBSM as a credential.
• Fellows will be listed on the Fellow of SBSM webpage.

Responsibilities of DFSBSM

Fellows of SBSM are ambassadors for the Society. By serving as role models, they help solidify SBSM’s commitment to the advancement of both science and practice as well as offering guidance and support to younger members. The expectation is that Fellows will maintain active participation in the Society and continued contributions to the science of biopsychosocial science and medicine. It is anticipated that Fellows will advance to full Fellow status in SBSM in the future with the demonstration of sustained excellence in scholarship and/or professional contributions to the field of psychosomatic science and commitment to the Society for Biopsychosocial Science and Medicine.