About Us

In the bustling town of Lima, Ohio, in 1849, a group of practitioners convened with a singular purpose—to establish a medical society and forge a bond among healers. Many attendees practiced in or near Lima, each adding a thread to the tapestry of this nascent organization. Baptized simply as the Medical Society, its inception marked a modest beginning, with sporadic meetings and limited reach due to travel constraints. 

Nevertheless, it persevered for over a decade, a beacon of collaboration in the medical landscape. Dissatisfaction brewed among Lima’s practitioners over time, leading Dr. Edwin Ashton to spearhead the formation of the Allen County Medical Society in 1867, drawing in rural physicians and breathing new life into collective spirit. This rejuvenated society prioritized education and swiftly became an auxiliary of the Ohio State Medical Association. As years passed, the society burgeoned, necessitating grander meeting venues like the Y.M.C.A. and Allen Courthouse. 

Renamed the Academy of Medicine, Lima and Allen County in 1922, it upheld its educational mission, hosting renowned speakers and offering postgraduate courses. Today, with robust attendance and a commitment to serving the Lima/Allen County area, the Academy continues to evolve, providing a vital platform for medical education and collaboration, ensuring that the flame of healing knowledge continues to illuminate the paths of those it serves.