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"Knowledge beyond borders"

Welcome to the website of the International Committee of Military Medicine,
the intergovernmental organisation active in the field of military medicine

The International Committee of Military Medicine

Who are we?
The International Committee of Military Medicine is an intergovernmental organisation composed of the Chiefs of Military Medical Services of the armed forces of the member countries. From eight member countries in 1921, the ICMM now has almost 120 members.

Knowledge beyond borders…
On the strength of its Vision, Mission, and Values, the International Committee of Military Medicine promotes the exchange of knowledge and multidisciplinary experience in military medicine, regardless of political,
religious, or philosophical affiliation.

The fundamental principles…
The International Committee of Military Medicine organizes scientific activities in the form of congresses, courses and workshops, and publishes a journal highlighting all the health-related professions of Military Medicine,
International Humanitarian Law and the International
Health Regulations (2005).
Applying the principles of “military medical diplomacy”, the ICMM encourages international contact between Military Medical Services worldwide.

In 1921, Commander Jules VONCKEN, MD and Navy Captain William S. BAINBRIDGE, MD,
who had met on the plains of the Yser, set up a neutral forum in the form of an international organisation of the medical services of the various armed forces.

Our mission

To be the world’s leading organization in military medicine, committed to sharing knowledge beyond geographical and ideological borders.

Our vision

To enhance the mutual exchange of past experiences, current scientific knowledge and future orientations among military medical services and to foster cooperation between military medicine and international health organizations.

Core values & ethics

Independence – Neutrality – Impartiality – Universality – Reliability – Quality Transparency
always driven by moral principles

News and events

20.06.2024 – 22.06.2024 – Jongny, Switzerland

13th WORKSHOP on Military Medical Ethics in Times of Armed Conflict
The ICMM Center of Reference for Education on IHL and Ethics in cooperation with the Medical Services Directorate of the Swiss Armed Forces and the ZH Center for Military Medical Ethics at Zurich University convene their joint

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20.06.2024 – 22.06.2024 – Jongny, Switzerland

13th WORKSHOP on Military Medical Ethics in Times of Armed Conflict
The ICMM Center of Reference for Education on IHL and Ethics in cooperation with the Medical Services Directorate of the Swiss Armed Forces and the ZH Center for Military Medical Ethics at Zurich University convene their joint

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22.09.2024 – 27.09.2024 – Brisbane Australia

45th ICMM World Congress
on Military Medicine

Join us from 22-27 September 2024 for the 45th ICMM World Congress in Brisbane, Australia, showcasing the successes of military medicine shaping global health. 

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