The Commissioned Officers Association is the only organization working exclusively on behalf of the PHS Commissioned Corps Officers. It is a uniformed service whose members are:

• active regular
• active reserve
• inactive reserve
• retired
• former Commissioned Officers of the USPHS

With more than 76 branches, COA plays a vital role in addressing the needs of its members both within the U.S. and globally. COA serves as a legislative aide, a media consultant, and a career development specialist to its members by providing:

• Representation and advocacy
• Education and training for health professionals
• Studies and research
• Collaboration with related organizations
• Dissemination of public and professional information

Interested in more information about COA?

• Read the history of the association.
• Get acquainted with the board members and the board structure.
• Find your local COA branch.
• Learn about COA’s Strategic Plan.
• Join COA
• COA offers several awards to outstanding members and branches.

Mission

The mission of the Commissioned Officers Association of the U.S. Public Health Service is to improve and protect the public health of the United States by advocating for the Commissioned Corps and its officers.

In meeting its commitment, the organization will provide comprehensive member services, conduct representation and advocacy, conduct education and training for health professionals, conduct studies and research, collaborate with related organizations, and disseminate public and professional information.

Vision

The Commissioned Officers Association of the U.S. Public Health Service is the vibrant, proactive, nationally recognized member-based organization that supports and advocates for the PHS Commissioned Corps and its active, inactive, and retired officers.