American Society Of Addiction Medicine

Rockville, MD · Founded 1986

Professional medical society advancing the field of addiction medicine through education, advocacy, and physician support

Primary audience
Medical Professionals
Work area
Professional Development
Topic
Addiction Medicine
Contact
Julia Chang
Website Contact

About Organization

The American Society of Addiction Medicine represents over 7,000 physicians, clinicians, and specialists in addiction medicine. Founded in 1954 and based in Rockville, MD, the organization generated $16.8 million in revenue in 2022 with 69 employees. ASAM provides professional development, clinical resources, and advocacy for practitioners treating substance use disorders.

What They Focus On

Medical Education

Provides comprehensive training, certification, and continuing education for physicians specializing in addiction medicine and substance use disorders

Clinical Standards

Develops evidence-based guidelines and quality measures to advance addiction treatment practices and improve patient care outcomes

Professional Support

Offers networking, resources, and advocacy for addiction medicine specialists to strengthen the field and support practitioners

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2022)

$16.8M

+60.2% vs 2022

Assets (2022)

$16.9M

+24.8% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2022 — — — —
2022 $10,462,641 $11,889,363 $13,540,934 69
2021 — — — —
2021 $11,753,253 $10,610,333 $14,944,902 73
2020 — — — —
2020 $10,002,532 $10,309,429 $13,465,772 65
2019 $9,774,334 $10,074,940 $13,955,106 66
2018 $10,695,863 $9,142,567 $11,978,229 53

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Member Engagement

    Recruits and supports addiction medicine physicians and specialists through professional membership services and resources

  • 02

    Education Development

    Creates evidence-based training programs and clinical guidelines for addiction treatment and patient care

  • 03

    Technology Integration

    Implements digital health platforms and learning innovations to enhance clinical practice and education delivery

  • 04

    Quality Advancement

    Establishes clinical standards and supports research to improve addiction medicine practice nationwide

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by American Society Of Addiction Medicine

Physician Education & Training

Develops educational resources and training programs for addiction medicine specialists and healthcare providers nationwide

Clinical Standards & Guidelines

Establishes evidence-based clinical practice guidelines and quality standards for addiction treatment and patient care

Health Technology Innovation

Advances digital health solutions and technology platforms to support addiction medicine practice and patient outcomes

Professional Certification

Provides board certification and continuing medical education for physicians specializing in addiction medicine

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind American Society Of Addiction Medicine.

JC

Julia Chang

EVP And CEO
Full-time
Compensation: $332,050
MB

Maureen Boyle

Chief Quality & Science Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $211,256
CL

Carolyn Lanham

Chief Operating Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $205,547
KC

Kelly Corredor

Chief Advocacy Officer
Full-time
Compensation: $192,284
VR

Veena Radhakrishnan

Senior Director, Learning Innovation
Full-time
Compensation: $162,709
WL

William Liu

Senior Director, Health Technology
Full-time
Compensation: $152,025
AP

Anna Pagano

Director, Quality & Science
Full-time
Compensation: $131,174
AG

Adam Gordon MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
AA

Anika Alvanzo MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
AA

Anthony Albanese MD

Director-At-Large
1 hrs/week
AK

Audrey Kern MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
BH

Brian Hurley MD

President-Elect
1 hrs/week
CJ

Christina Jones MD

Regional Director
EB

Emily Brunner MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
ID

Itai Danovitch MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
KR

Kelly Ramsey MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
KA

Keyghobad Araki MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
MJ

Margaret Jarvis MD

Director-At-Large
1 hrs/week
MK

Marla Kushner Do

Director-At-Large
1 hrs/week
MW

Melissa Weimer Do

Director-At-Large
1 hrs/week
NH

Nzinga Harrison MD

Director-At-Large
1 hrs/week
PE

Paul Earley MD

Immediate Past President
1 hrs/week
SR

Shawn Ryan MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
ST

Stephen Taylor MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
TJ

Teresa Jackson MD

Regional Director
1 hrs/week
TW

Timothy Wiegand MD

Vice President
1 hrs/week
WF

William F Haning III MD

President
1 hrs/week
JL

Julia L Chang

EVP And CEO
RD

Robert Davis

VP, Marketing & Engagement
Full-time
Compensation: $139,374
VE

Valerie Evans

VP, Governance & Membership
Full-time
Compensation: $116,616
DP

Dawn Piotrowski

VP, Education
Full-time
Compensation: $110,064

Milestones

1954

Organization Founded

1954

American Society of Addiction Medicine established to advance the medical specialty of addiction treatment

1986

IRS Recognition Granted

1986

Received tax-exempt status as professional medical society serving addiction medicine field

2021

Peak Revenue Growth

2021

Reached $11.8 million in revenue with 73 employees, reflecting expanded membership and programs

2022

7,000 Members Milestone

2022

Grew to represent over 7,000 physicians and specialists in addiction medicine nationwide

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AZ
Aleksandra Zgierska MD Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
KF
Kenneth Freedman MD Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
Timothy Wiegand
Timothy Wiegand President-Elect
Cara A. Poland
Cara A. Poland Vice President
Anika Alvanzo
Anika Alvanzo Secretary
Jason D. Kirby
Jason D. Kirby Treasurer
Brian Hurley
Brian Hurley Immediate Past President
Kristine Torres-Lockhart
Kristine Torres-Lockhart Regional Director, Region I
Itai Danovitch
Itai Danovitch Regional Director, Region II
Barbara L. Rosenthal
Barbara L. Rosenthal Regional Director, Region III
Gregory X. Boehm
Gregory X. Boehm Regional Director, Region IV
Debra W. O'Beirne
Debra W. O'Beirne Regional Director, Region V
Emily Brunner
Emily Brunner Regional Director, Region VI
Niraj Chavan
Niraj Chavan Regional Director VII
Hamad A. Al Ghafri
Hamad A. Al Ghafri Regional Director, Region IX
James P. Murphy
James P. Murphy Regional Director, Region X
Alta DeRoo
Alta DeRoo Director-At-Large
Marla D. Kushner
Marla D. Kushner Director-At-Large
Lori D. Karan
Lori D. Karan Director-At-Large
Nicole Labor
Nicole Labor Director-At-Large
Surita Rao
Surita Rao Director-At-Large
Michael F. Weaver
Michael F. Weaver Director-At-Large
Michael Fingerhood
Michael Fingerhood Ex-Officio Chair, Medical Education Council
Nicholas Athanasiou
Nicholas Athanasiou Ex-Officio Chair, Publications Council
Julia L. Chang
Julia L. Chang Ex-Officio Executive Vice-President / CEO

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2022)

$2.1M

Highest Paid

$372K

Julia Chang

Compensated Officers

10

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Julia Chang EVP/CEO $332,050 $40,223 $372,273 40
Maureen Boyle Chief Quality & Science Officer $211,256 $57,320 $268,576 40
Carolyn Lanham Chief Operating Officer $205,547 $47,791 $253,338 40
Kelly Corredor Chief Advocacy Officer $192,284 $16,086 $208,370 40
Veena Radhakrishnan Senior Director, Learning Innovation $162,709 $18,598 $181,307 40
Robert Davis VP, Marketing & Engagement $139,374 $34,372 $173,746 40
William Liu Senior Director, Health Technology $152,025 $20,956 $172,981 40
Anna Pagano Director, Quality & Science $131,174 $30,428 $161,602 40
Valerie Evans VP, Governance & Membership $116,616 $27,209 $143,825 40
Dawn Piotrowski VP, Education $110,064 $29,481 $139,545 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$110K Grants Received
2 Organizations

Top Funders

2 total
AA
American Academy Of Addiction
$100K
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$10K

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Lobbying Activity

Lobbying Disclosure Act registrations

Self-Lobbying
58 Registrations
43 Clients
Yes Self-Lobbying

Clients 43 total

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1 filing
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1 filing
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Source: Senate Office of Public Records — Lobbying Disclosure Act

Contact

Get in touch with American Society Of Addiction Medicine

Phone

(301) 656-3920
Visit Website
11400 Rockville Pike 200 Rockville, MD 20852