Corporate Membership
Joining the Independent Doctors Federation as a corporate member provides your organisation with unparalleled access to the UK’s leading network of independent healthcare professionals. The IDrF offers corporate members unique opportunities to engage with some of the most respected professionals in the independent healthcare sector. Our corporate members play a key role in supporting the growth and development of the independent healthcare community, whilst gaining visibility and creating valuable connections within the sector.
Exclusive access to our member-only events
You can attend our social and educational events throughout the year, where you can meet other members, exchange ideas, and learn from experts. You also have the opportunity to hold up to two webinars or in-person event with us a year.
Event sponsorship
You can sponsor our wide range of events and gain exposure to our members and guests. We have different sponsorship packages available to suit your budget and objectives. You can also offer your own venue space for us to hold events there, which will give you more visibility and recognition among our members.
Brand exposure
We can help you increase your brand awareness and reach new markets by promoting your business through our various channels. Here are some of the ways we can support you:
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Website - Send us your business announcements, press releases, and leadership articles and we’ll share them on our website.
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Social media - Tag us on your news, campaigns, or achievements and we will share them on our social media platforms.
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Newsletters - We can highlight your significant news in our bi-weekly newsletters circulated to our members or in a stand-alone personalised mailer. Please send this information at least a week ahead of when you would like this to be sent out.
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Annual journal - Advertise your services on a half-page advert in our annual publication that gets distributed to the entire membership. This is a perfect opportunity to showcase your brand to your peers across the UK.
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Dedicated company page - You can create your own company page on our website, displaying your logo, description, and contact details. This will help you attract more visitors and enquiries from our members and the public.
Access our database of member doctors
Search for doctors by specialty, location, or name and contact them directly through our website. This is a valuable tool for finding potential partners, clients, or collaborators.
How to apply
Applying for a corporate membership is simple. To get started, you will need to complete our online application and have the following information ready:
- Business Overview: Provide a brief summary of your organisation and its mission.
- Proposed Partnership with IDrF: Explain how you would like to collaborate with us and contribute to our community.
- Two References: Include one reference from an existing client or business contact and one from a current IDrF member who has been a member for at least 12 months. Please upload both references on official headed paper as part of your application.
After you submit your application, the Corporate Member Committee will review it. We will send you an acknowledgement within 10 working days, and a decision is typically made within 30 days of receiving your application. While approval times may vary, we strive to make decisions as quickly as possible.