About Us

The Irish Society of Community and Public Health Medicine (ISCPHM) represents a long-standing tradition of supporting public health professionals across Ireland.

Our roots trace back to 1859, when Irish members were first admitted to the Association of Metropolitan Medical Officers of Health, originally established in London in 1856.

In 1919, the Society adopted a new constitution to better reflect its evolving role as the representative body for the Public Health Service in Ireland. Membership was extended to include all medical officers engaged in public health work.

Since then, much has changed in the landscape of community and public health—but the vital work of public health doctors remains constant. From child health screening and immunisation to infectious disease surveillance and contact tracing, our members continue to play a critical role in protecting population health.

Each autumn, we host our Annual Scientific Meeting in Dublin, bringing together members to share insights, research, and innovations in the field.