About BAFM

The British Association in Forensic Medicine was formed in 1950. Currently there are 170 members and fellows; 135 based in the UK and Ireland and 35 based overseas. The objects of the Association are:

1) To advance the study and practice of forensic pathology through academic meetings, collaborative research and the professional development of all its members and fellows.

2) To act as a negotiating and advisory body when required.

The Governing Body of the Association is the Council which consists of 55 fellows and 2 members’ representatives. A Council Meeting is convened at the two Academic Meetings held each year. The work of Council is facilitated by a Professional Affairs Committee (PAC) which meets at least twice a year; there are 12 Members of the PAC: 4 Honorary Officers and 6 elected fellows; 2 co-opted fellows.

Membership of the Association is open to any registered medical or dental practitioner with a genuine interest in forensic medicine or pathology or any other person having a substantial involvement or interest in medico-legal work with qualifications acceptable to Council.

The current Officers of the Association are:

President -  Dr. B.N. Purdue

Honorary Secretary - Dr. J.C. Clark

Honorary Treasurer - Dr. N. Carter

There is also a Trainees Secretary (Professor J. Crane) and an Administrator (Miss A. Duff). The annual subscription is £50; application forms may be obtained from the Honorary Secretary or downloaded from this website; applicants must be nominated by at least two fellows of the Association.