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American Association of Physician Specialists
Represents thousands of physicians in all specialties. AAPS's professional societies include dermatology, gynecology, and radiology.
http://www.aapsga.org/
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American Board of Hospital Physicians
Certifies and recognizes those physicians whose excellence in hospital practice has brought honor to those hospitals in which they have served.
http://www.abohp.org/
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American College of Surgeons
A scientific and educational association of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to improve the quality of care for the surgical patient by setting high standards for surgical education and practice.
http://www.facs.org
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American Lung Association
Oldest voluntary health organization in the United States, with a National Office and constituent and affiliate associations around the country. Founded in 1904 to fight tuberculosis, ALA today fights lung disease in all its forms, with special emphasis on asthma, tobacco control and environmental health.
http://www.lungusa.org
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American Medical Association - AMA
Journals, research, medical ethics, membership information
http://www.ama-assn.org/
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American Medical Group Association
Trade association representing approximately 300 multi-specialty medical group members composed of approximately 67,000 physicians
http://www.amga.org
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American Medical Publishers' Association
Provides for the exchange of information among its members, hosts continuing education seminars, publishes a newsletter, and represents the industry for important issues facing medical publishers today.
http://www.ampaonline.org/
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American Preventive Medical Association
The political voice for health care practitioners who use nutritional and other complementary therapies in patient care.
http://www.apma.net/
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American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Dedicated to promoting research, education and high standards of clinical care in the field of medical laser applications.
http://www.aslms.org
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American Society for Reproductive Immunology
An organization dedicated to advancing the study of the immunological aspects of the reproductive process.
http://theasri.org/
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American Society of Extra-Corporeal Technology
Nonprofit association providing continuing medical education services and professional support to perfusionists and extracorporeal technologists.
http://www.amsect.org/
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Association of Air Medical Services
An international association which serves providers of air and surface medical transport systems.
http://www.aams.org
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Association of Health Care Office Management
Specializing in networking and education for professionals in physician practice management.
http://www.pahcom.com
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Association of Maternal & Child Health Programs
Represents state public health leaders and others working to improve the health of women of reproductive age, children and youth, including those with special health care needs, and their families.
http://www.amchp1.org/
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Association of Medical Directors of Information Systems
A professional organization dedicated to the promotion, development and sharing of information between physicians responsible for organizationl leadership in information technology.
http://www.amdis.org
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Association of Medicine and Psychiatry
Founded by primary care physicians and psychiatrists interested in improving the health of patients with concurrent physical and psychiatric issues.
http://www.amedpsych.com
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British Association of Sports Rehabilitators and Trainers
Promotes the profession and scientific study of Sports Rehabilitation and Training and to facilitate communication of those actively involved in healthcare for the physically active.
http://www.BASRaT.org
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Center For Medical Consumers
The Center is a unique not for profit, independent organization whose only agenda is informing and helping to protect members of the public in their encounters with the medical care system.
http://www.medicalconsumers.org/
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CHOICE Hotlines
Offers confidential reproductive health, children's health and HIV/AIDS counseling, information and referrals.
http://www.choice-phila.org/
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Community Health Charities
National organization representing 61 of America's leading health charities providing patient services, community outreach and education.
http://www.healthcharities.org/
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Controlled Release Society
An international organization whose mission is to advance the science and technology of chemical and biological delivery systems.
http://www.controlledrelease.org/
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eHealth Institute
Nonprofit organization promoting the use of emerging technologies to enhance health and improve access to eHealth resources.
http://www.ehealthinstitute.org
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European Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine and Biology
ESMRMB aims to support educational activities and research.
http://www.esmrmb.org/
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European Society for Quality in Healthcare
Dedicated to improving quality in healthcare at national and international levels.
http://www.esqh.net
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Families for Natural Living
A 501(c)(3) Non Profit educational organization that provides resources, information and support for families who want to make informed natural living decisions for themselves.
http://FamiliesForNaturalLiving.org
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Foundation for Aquatic Injury Prevention
A non-profit educational organization dedicated to reducing the number of diving injuries, drownings and near drownings.
http://aquaticisf.org/
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Health Information Management Association of Australia
A national professional association representing health information managers.
http://www.himaa.org.au
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Health Resources and Services Administration
Overview and programs, news room, grants and contracts, calendar of events and information center. Department of Health and Human Services, US Public Health Service.
http://www.hhs.gov/
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Help for Health Trust
An independent, not-for-profit charitable organization providing a range of health information services.
http://www.hfht.org
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Institute for Healthcare Advancement
A California not-for-profit foundation dedicated to innovating and advancing superior healthcare practices and solutions for populations across the healthcare continuum.
http://www.iha4health.org/
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Institute of Health Systems
An autonomous research and educational institution engaged in health systems research, training and consultancy.
http://www.ihsnet.org.in
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International Academy of Clinical Thermology
Professional association for clinical thermography providing information, quality assurance, clinical guidelines, continuing education and certification testing for doctors practicing this procedure.
http://www.iact-org.org
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International Center for the Integration of Health and Spirituality
(ICIHS) Describes their goal of integrating health and spirituality. A multi-disciplinary collaboration with organizations, researchers, educators, clinicians, and patients.
http://www.icihs.org/
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International Certification Accreditation Board
An independent, global, nonprofit organization ensures quality, credible professional credentialing programs and procedures.
http://www.icab.cc
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International Foundation for Performing Arts Medicine
Non-profit organization dedicated to providing performing artists and support staff/crews of the arts injury prevention information.
http://www.ifpam.org
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International Medical Academy for Thermography.
Professional group promoting the use of Computerized Regulation Thermography.
http://www.imat.org
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International Medical Volunteers Association
Provides information about international health volunteer work and helps volunteers and organizations find each other.
http://www.imva.org
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International Rehabilitation Council for Torture Victims (IRCT)
An independent, international health professional organization, founded upon the medical response to torture. Promotes and supports the rehabilitation of torture victims and works for the prevention of torture worldwide.
http://www.irct.org
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ISIPS: International Sharps Prevention Society
International group of medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical companies, healthcare instituations, and industry professionals joining forces to reduce medical sharps injuries worldwide.
http://www.isips.org/
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Lasting Connections
Organization dedicated to building support networks for families facing a serious medical crisis by providing them with financial assistance for communications.
http://www.LastingConnections.org/
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Medical Group Management Association
Organization for professionals in group practice medical management.
http://www.mgma.com/
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Midwest Healthcare Marketing Association
A nonprofit organization providing a forum for education and information about healthcare marketing.
http://www.mhma.com
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National Alliance of Medical Researchers & Teaching Physicians
A grassroots coalition of doctors, scientists and health care providers dedicated to advancing medicine through technology.
http://www.medicalresearchers.org
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National Association of Health Unit Coordinators (NAHUC)
NAHUC is dedicated to promoting Health Unit Coordinating as a profession through education and certification.
http://www.nahuc.org
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National Association of Nephrology Technicians and Technologists
Nonprofit professional organization established to improve the quality of care in the dialysis industry and promote education, recognition through certification and licensing, job security, and employment opportunities for nephrology technicians.
http://www.dialysistech.org
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National Kidney Foundation
Provides patient services, education, research to prevent kidney disease and promotes organ donation.
http://www.kidneynyup.org
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National Medical Association
Professional society representing the interests of physicians of African descent and the patients they serve.
http://www.nmanet.org
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NGO Networks for Health
A global health project created to meet the burgeoning need for family planning, reproductive health, child survival, and HIV/AIDs information and services in developing countries.
http://www.ngonetworks.org
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PDA, Parenteral Drug Association
Association for pharmaceutical science and technology, provides scientific education, professional meetings, publications, membership benefits and features
http://www.pda.org
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Project Hope
Active in the field of medical education and training, and in the development of effective and sustainable health care systems in low and middle income countries. Project HOPE's emphasis is on 'helping people help themselves.'
http://www.projecthope.ch/
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