Welcome!
The Medical Auxiliary of the Johns Hopkins Hospital would like to welcome you to the Hopkins community.

What is JHMA?
Moving to a new city can be an overwhelming experience. Tackling life with a spouse who is a medical student, resident or fellow is another experience altogether! The Johns Hopkins Medical Auxiliary (JHMA) was founded in 1999 to provide a network of support and services to the spouses of students, residents, and fellows at the Johns Hopkins Hospital. It is a nurturing community for men, women, and families.

Who can join JHMA?
Eligible members include spouses and significant others of medical students, residents, or fellows of the Johns Hopkins Hospital. Annual dues are $25 for spouses of medical students, residents and fellows and $35 for returning spouses of faculty. Membership benefits include the bi-monthly newsletter, the JHMA listserv, the Membership Directory, and attendance to all events.

What are the objectives of JHMA?
The three objectives of the organization are supportive, social, and philanthropic:

SUPPORT:
Interest groups serve to meet the many interests and needs of JHMA members. Groups meet monthly, bi-monthly, or weekly in members' homes and throughout the Baltimore area. These groups include:

Baltimore Adventures
Bunco
Charity Committee
Dinner Outreach
Gourmet Night
Murmur Committee
Playgroups
Social Committee: Adult & Child
Spouses Time Out
Toddler Co-op
Welcome Packet Committee

SOCIAL:
Each year, JHMA plays host to a variety of social events. A Welcome Picnic is offered in the late summer to welcome new and returning auxiliary members. In October, children get into their costumes for a Halloween party. A Winter Party provides an opportunity for members to share their holiday celebrations and get out of the cold. In the spring, JHMA hosts its most important fund raising event and auction - An Evening in the Garden. Throughout the year, there are opportunities for auxiliary members to step away from their busy lives and enjoy the company of other members and their families.

PHILANTHROPY:
The JHMA's main service project is meeting the needs of the Johns Hopkins Women's Health Center - HIV Maternity Unit. The auxiliary raises money and donates much needed items. In the spring, the Evening in the Garden event raises money through a silent auction.

How do I find out more information about JHMA?
We are eager to here from you! If you are interested in learning more about JHMA or would like to join, please send an email to orleeglazer@gmail.com . The best way to become acquainted with the organization is to attend our annual Welcome Picnic.

2008-2009 EXECUTIVE BOARD MEMBERS:
President - Orlee Glazer orleeglazer@gmail.com
Vice President -Erin Allen
Secretary - Sharen Becker
Treasurer - Rebecca Portman 
Murmur Editor - OPEN