The RMSANZ is a membership-driven organisation that was initially formed to:

• Maintain the professional identity of Rehabilitation Physicians;
• Advocate for our patients in a way that is flexible and allows us to maintain control;
• Preserve and build our external relationships with our allied health and nursing colleagues, with other bodies including governments and in the international rehabilitation arena; and
• Promote professional education.

RMSANZ is a nonprofit company limited by guarantee in Australia and New Zealand, governed by a Board of Directors and a constitution. The society supports regional branches and special interest groups that have direct input to the board through an advisory council. Donations are not tax deductible and are offered to support the needs of the specialty.