The BMA is the trade union and professional body for doctors in the UK. Find out about the organisation, its mission, vision, values and code of conduct.

As a professional association and trade union for doctors in the UK, the BMA is formally recognised for collective bargaining purposes at national and local levels. We represent doctors both individually and collectively, negotiating your pay and rights, and supporting you at work.

Find out about the BMA’s leadership and decision-making structure, from local, regional and branch of practice committees to national councils, the representative body and board of directors.

Browse biographies of our leadership and team of executive directors, who work towards objectives set by BMA Council.