Medical associations

The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is the largest organization of dermatologists in the world. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Academy of Dermatology"

The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP) was founded in 1947 to promote the science and art of family medicine. It is one of the largest medical organizations in the world with more than 94,000 members. The Academy was instrumental in establishing family practice as a speciality of medicine, and a certifying board was approved by the American Medical Association's Board of Medical Specialities in 1969. The Academy's headquarters is in Leawood, Kansas. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Academy of Family Physicians"

The American Academy of Pediatrics ("AAP") is an organization of pediatricians. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Academy of Pediatrics"

The American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons (AAOMS) is the non-profit professional association serving the specialty of oral and maxillofacial surgery, the surgical arm of dentistry. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons"

The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, is an American advocate group for orthodontists. Most American orthodontists, about 95 percent, are members. They are also dentists and are members of the American Dental Association. Orthodontists are specialists in the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of orthodontic problems. After dental school, orthodontists are required to successfully complete a minimum of two academic years of study in an accredited orthodontic residency program. Only those who have completed this training may call themselves "orthodontists," and only orthodontists may be members of the American Association of Orthodontists. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Association of Orthodontists"

The American College of Cardiology (ACC) is a nonprofit medical association established in 1949 to educate, research and influence health care public policy. The president for the 2005–2006 year is Pamela S. Douglas. ** The organization has 39 chapters in the U.S. states and Puerto Rico. ...more on Wikipedia about "American College of Cardiology"

The American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) is a medical organization consisting of physicians and non-physician specialists in the field of chest medicine, which includes pulmonology, thoracic surgery, and intensive care medicine. ...more on Wikipedia about "American College of Chest Physicians" Inform your friends about www.shortopedia.com

The American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) is a Bethesda, Maryland-based medical association of gastroenterologists. ...more on Wikipedia about "American College of Gastroenterology"

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) is a professional association of over 46,000 members providing health care for women. ...more on Wikipedia about "American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists"

The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) is a national medical association of licensed pediatricians and other healthcare professionals, in the United States, who specialize in the care of infants, children, and adolescents. The College was founded in 2002, out of concern for the welfare of children, who are often placed at risk emotionally and physically by contemporary societal forces, and to advocate for the preservation of their natural families. The College also seeks to promote quality medical research and to have a positive influence upon parents and society with regard to childrearing. ...more on Wikipedia about "American College of Pediatricians"

The American College of Physicians (ACP) is a national organization of doctors of internal medicine (internists) -- physicians who specialize in the prevention, detection and treatment of illnesses in adults. With more than 119,000 members, ACP is the largest medical-specialty organization and second-largest physician group in the United States of America. ACP provides information and advocacy for its members as they practice internal medicine and related subspecialties. ACP members are also involved in medical education, research, and administration. Membership also includes medical students, residents, and fellows. ...more on Wikipedia about "American College of Physicians"

The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) is a national professional society for physicians established in 1954. A Fellow of the American College of Preventive Medicine (FACPM) is a medical professional who has been a member of the American College of Preventive Medicine for a certain amount of time and who has passed a set of criteria for education, qualification and ethics required to become a Fellow of the American College of Preventive Medicine. FACPM is used as a post-nominal title. ...more on Wikipedia about "American College of Preventive Medicine"

The American College of Surgeons, located in Chicago, Illinois is a scientific and educational association of surgeons in the United States that was founded in 1913 to improve the quality of care for the surgical patient by setting high standards for surgical education and practice. ...more on Wikipedia about "American College of Surgeons"

The American Gastroenterological Association is a medical association of gastroenterologists. About 14,000 scientists and physicians are members of the organization, which was founded in 1897 and claims to be the oldest medical association in the United States. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Gastroenterological Association" Things Go Better with shortopedia.

The American Medical Association (AMA) is the largest association of medical doctors in the United States. Its purpose is to advance the interests of physicians, to promote public health, to lobby for medical legislation, and to raise money for medical education. The AMA also publishes the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) and runs the Stop America's Violence Everywhere, or SAVE, program. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Medical Association"

The American Optometric Association (AOA) represents optometrists nationally in the USA. It consists of State Optometric Associations, which are made of of local Optometric Societies. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Optometric Association"

The American Psychoanalytic Association is an organization of psychoanalysts within the United States. There are approximately 3200 members. Its parent organization is the International Psychoanalytic Association. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Psychoanalytic Association"

American Society for Artificial Internal Organs (ASAIO) is an organization of individuals and groups that are interested in artificial internal organs and their development. ...more on Wikipedia about "American Society for Artificial Internal Organs"

The American Society of Reproductive Medicine (ASRM) is an organization that wants to advance the "art, science, and practice of reproductive medicine" . It provides a forum for lay public, researchers, physicians and affiliated health workers through education, publications, and meetings. Founded in 1944, its initial name was the American Fertility Society (AFS). ...more on Wikipedia about "American Society of Reproductive Medicine"

The Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) is a non-profit organization established in 1876 involved in the accreditation of medical schools and teaching hospitals in Canada and the United States. It is also the principal administrator of the Medical College Admission Test, also known as the MCAT. The group is also involved in lobbying government agencies towards the advancement of medical science. The Association has five constituent components: Council of Deans, Council of Teaching Hospitals and Health Systems, Council of Academic Societies, Organization of Student Representatives, and Organization of Resident Representatives. Each of these components elects members to the Executive Council, the Association of American Medical Colleges' 30-member governing body. ...more on Wikipedia about "Association of American Medical Colleges"

The Association of Anaesthetists of Great Britain and Ireland represents over 9,000 anaesthetists. In the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. ...more on Wikipedia about "Association of Anaesthetists of Great Britain and Ireland"

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The Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (ANZCA) is responsible for examining and qualifying anaesthetists in Australia and New Zealand. The College maintains standards of practice in anesthesiology. ...more on Wikipedia about "Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists"

The Australian Medical Association (the AMA) is the dominant professional association for Australian doctors and medical students. The current president of the AMA is Dr. Mukesh Haikerwal. ...more on Wikipedia about "Australian Medical Association"

The British Medical Association (BMA) is the professional body to which the vast majority of British doctors belong. It is based in Tavistock Square in central London. It owns the " British Medical Journal", one of the world's more prestigious medical journals. ...more on Wikipedia about "British Medical Association"

The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) is the largest association of doctors in Canada and works to represent their interests nationally. It formed in 1867, three months after Confederation. The CMA publishes the Canadian Medical Association Journal (CMAJ) and through accreditation of educational programs works to insure national standards in the health care. ...more on Wikipedia about "Canadian Medical Association"

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