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Advancing Metabolic Health.
Empowering Healthcare Professionals.

The International Association of Metabolic Care Health Professionals (IMACH) is a premier professional association committed to advancing excellence in metabolic healthcare through education, collaboration, research, and clinical innovation.

IMACH brings together an interdisciplinary community of physicians, nurses, nutritionists, dietitians, diabetes educators, researchers, pharmacists, and allied healthcare professionals who share a common vision—to improve metabolic health outcomes through evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.

With a distinguished network of eminent national and international faculty, key opinion leaders, and subject matter experts, IMACH serves as a trusted platform for knowledge exchange across multiple specialties, including Endocrinology, Diabetology, Cardiology, Nephrology, Gynecology, Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine, Bariatric Medicine, Gastroenterology, Nutrition, Preventive Medicine, Pain Care Specialists and Primary Care.

As the burden of chronic disorders such as diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, dyslipidemia, fatty liver disease, cardiovascular disease, and chronic kidney disease continues to rise globally, IMACH is dedicated to fostering collaborative solutions that translate scientific advances into better patient care.

Message from the President

The burden of metabolic diseases continues to grow at an unprecedented pace, affecting millions of individuals across the world and placing enormous demands on healthcare systems. Addressing these complex disorders requires more than clinical expertise—it calls for collaboration, continuous learning, innovation, and a truly multidisciplinary approach.

It is with this vision that we established the International Association of Metabolic Care Health Professionals (IMACH). Our mission is to create a vibrant scientific platform that brings together healthcare professionals from diverse specialties to share knowledge, exchange experiences, and collectively advance excellence in metabolic healthcare.

At IMACH, we believe that education is the cornerstone of better patient outcomes. Through high-quality scientific programs, continuing medical education, clinical discussions, research initiatives, and practical knowledge-sharing, we aim to empower healthcare professionals to provide better care for people living with metabolic disorders.

Dr. Sanjay Kalra

President,
IMACH - International Association of Metabolic Care Health Professionals
MD, DM, MBBS, FRCP, FRCP Edin, FRCP Glasgow

Welcome to the IMACH (International Association of Metabolic Care Health Professionals).

Healthcare is rapidly evolving, and nowhere is this more evident than in the field of metabolic medicine. The increasing prevalence of diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, fatty liver disease, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease, and related disorders highlights the urgent need for coordinated, evidence-based, and multidisciplinary care.

As General Secretary of IMACH, I am proud to be part of an organization committed to creating meaningful opportunities for education, collaboration, and professional development. Our objective is to provide healthcare professionals with access to high-quality scientific programs, expert-led discussions, congresses, practical training experiences, research collaborations, and practical learning experiences that directly enhance patient care.

Dr. S. K. Aggarwal

General Secretary,
IMACH - International Association of Metabolic Care Health Professionals
MD, DM, M.D., M.S., FACC, FSCAI, Senior Consultant Cardiology

Our Vision

To be the leading global professional association dedicated to advancing metabolic health through scientific excellence, collaborative learning, innovation, and patient-centered care.

Our Mission

Promoting excellence in metabolic healthcare through continuous medical education.
Fostering interdisciplinary collaboration among healthcare professionals.
Supporting evidence-based clinical practice and scientific research.
Developing future healthcare leaders in metabolic medicine.
Encouraging innovation in prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of metabolic disorders.
Improving patient outcomes through education, advocacy, and professional networking.

What We Do

IMACH serves as a comprehensive professional platform that empowers healthcare professionals through:

Continuing Medical Education (CME)

• Regular scientific meetings, workshops, conferences, webinars, and accredited educational programs led by renowned experts.

Clinical Knowledge Exchange

• Interactive forums that enable professionals to discuss emerging evidence, complex clinical cases, treatment guidelines, and best practices.

Research & Publications

• Supporting collaborative research initiatives, consensus documents, scientific publications, and real-world evidence generation.

Professional Networking

• Connecting healthcare professionals across specialties to encourage multidisciplinary care and knowledge sharing.

Guideline Dissemination

• Promoting the adoption of international and national evidence-based guidelines for metabolic disease management.

Skill Development

• Promoting the adoption of international and national evidence-based guidelines for metabolic disease management.

Our Community

IMACH is proud to represent a growing network of healthcare professionals, including:

Physicians

Endocrinologists

Diabetologists

Cardiologists

Neurologists

Gastroenterologists

Internal Medicine Specialists

Bariatric Physicians & Surgeons

Family Physicians

Nutritionists

Diabetes Educators

Nurses

Clinical Pharmacists

Researchers

Allied Healthcare Professionals

Why IMACH?

Multidisciplinary Approach

Metabolic disorders require integrated care. IMACH creates opportunities for collaboration across specialties to deliver holistic patient management.

Scientific Excellence

Our educational initiatives are guided by renowned faculty and the latest scientific evidence.

Expert Leadership

Supported by an eminent advisory board comprising nationally and internationally recognized experts.

Global Perspective

Bridging international best practices with regional healthcare needs to improve standards of care.

Lifelong Learning

Providing members with continuous access to high-quality educational resources, scientific discussions, and professional development opportunities.

Our Focus Area

IMACH actively promotes education and collaboration across:

Diabetes Mellitus
Obesity & Weight Management
Metabolic Syndrome
Cardiometabolic Disorders
Dyslipidemia

NAFLD / MASLD
Hypertension
Chronic Kidney Disease
Preventive Nutrition
Lifestyle Medicine

Precision Nutrition
Women's Metabolic Health
Healthy Aging
Digital Health in Metabolic Care

Explore All Focus Area

Join Our Community

• At IMACH, we believe that improving metabolic health requires collective expertise, continuous learning, and collaborative action.

• Whether you are an experienced clinician, an emerging healthcare professional, a researcher, or an educator, IMACH provides a dynamic platform to learn, contribute, connect, and lead the future of metabolic healthcare.

• Together, we are shaping a healthier future through education, innovation, and collaborative excellence.