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Division of Student Assistance, Bureau of Health Professions, Health Resources and Services Administration
The Division of Student Assistance, Bureau of Health Professions/HRSA offers loans, scholarships and faculty loan repayment programs to students in the health professions.... Details >
Indian Health Service Clinical Support Center
The Clinical Support Center serves Indian health program primary care providers throughout the United States through education, communication, and special initiatives. The Center is a service of the I... Details >
NIH Consensus Program Information Center, Office of Medical Applications of Research
NIH Consensus Development Program Information Center is operational Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm (Eastern Time). Information specialists are available to respond to inquiries and accept ord... Details >
Academy of General Dentistry 
The Academy of General Dentistry is an international dental organization of 35,000 members who are dedicated to continuing dental education and to providing the patient with the best possible care. Th... Details >
American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
The American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine (AACPDM), founded in 1948, is a multidisciplinary scientific society devoted to the study of cerebral palsy and related neurological ... Details >
American Academy of Family Physicians
The American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), originally the American Academy of General Practice, was founded in 1947 and has chapters in all States. Its purpose is to represent the interests of... Details >
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) is the world's largest medical association of musculoskeletal specialists, concerned with the diagnosis, care, and treatment of musculoskeletal diso... Details >
American Academy of Pediatrics
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), founded in 1930, is a professional association dedicated to the health, safety, and well-being of infants, children, and young adults. The AAP is concerned w... Details >
American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus
American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS) provides support and resources for Pediatric Ophthalmologists, Strabismologists, related personnel and their patients by way of ... Details >
American Association of Blood Banks
The American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) was established in 1947 as a national association of hospital and community blood banks, transfusion services, and other immunohematologic services; to i... Details >
American Association of Immunologists
The American Association of Immunologists represents the professional interests of its membership through:Representation of research funding and science policy concerns of AAI members to Congress and ... Details >
American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Congress of Neurological Surgeons
This is a scientific and educational association, with more than 6,500 members in North America and abroad. The American Association of Neurological Surgeons, which is designated a 501(c)(3) non-profi... Details >
American Association of Nurse Anesthetists
Founded in 1931 and located in Park Ridge, IL., the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) is the professional organization for more than 30,000 Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRN... Details >
American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists
The American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), founded in 1967, is a nonprofit, professional association dedicated to training, education, and research in the field of ... Details >
American College of Cardiology
This is a professional organization with a membership of over 26,000 cardiovascular physicians and scientists from around the world. The mission of the College is to foster optimal cardiovascular car... Details >
American College of Chest Physicians
The American College of Chest Physicians provides a multidisciplinary approach to the study of cardiovascular and pulmonary medicine, surgery, critical care and related fields for physicians. Programs... Details >
American College of Emergency Physicians
The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), founded in 1968, is a medical specialty organization of over 22,000 members, 53 chapters, and 26 sections that focus on critical issues, such as in... Details >
American College of Preventive Medicine
The American College of Preventive Medicine (ACPM) promotes undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education in preventive medicine and advocates cost-effective prevention programs in legislation and... Details >
American College of Radiology
The American College of Radiology (ACR) was founded in 1924 to advance the science of radiology, educate the general public and represent the interests of radiologists. Both diagnostic and therapeuti... Details >
American College of Sports Medicine
The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) is a nonprofit, multi-disciplinary professional membership organization. ASCM is dedicated to generating and disseminating knowledge concerning the motiv... Details >
American College of Surgeons
The American College of Surgeons (ACS), founded in 1913, promotes high standards for surgeons and works for excellence in the quality of surgical care. ACS activities and services include continuing ... Details >
American Dance Therapy Association
The American Dance Therapy Association (ADTA) was founded in 1966 to establish and maintain high standards of professional education and competence in the field of dance therapy. Dance therapy is the... Details >
American Dental Hygienists' Association
The American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA) was formed in 1923 to develop communication and mutual cooperation among dental hygienists. Today, ADHA is the largest national organization represen... Details >
American Health Information Management Association
With more than 35,000 members, AHIMA is the leading organization in health information management. AHIMA has been representing and certifying medical record professionals since 1928. Our expertise i... Details >
American Heart Association
The American Heart Association (AHA), a nonprofit, voluntary health agency funded by private contributions, is dedicated to the reduction of death and disability from cardiovascular diseases, includin... Details >
American Hospital Association
The American Hospital Association (AHA) was founded in 1898 to help members provide high-quality health care and to represent America's hospitals. The Association's mission emphasizes leadership in p... Details >
American Indian and Alaska Native Programs
The Native Elder Health Care Resource Center is a national resource center for older American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians, with special emphasis on culturally competent health care. ... Details >
American Kidney Fund
The American Kidney Fund (AKF), is a non-profit health organization providing limited grants to needy dialysis patients, transplant recipients and kidney donors to help cover treatment-specific expens... Details >
American Lung Association
The American Lung Association (ALA), formerly the National Tuberculosis and Respiratory Disease Association, was founded in 1904 to combat tuberculosis. Since 1907, ALA has promoted Christmas Seals t... Details >
American Podiatric Medical Association
The American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), formerly the American Podiatry Association, was founded in 1912 to improve the quality of foot care in the United States, to attract young people to ... Details >
American Psychiatric Association
The American Psychiatric Association (APA) was established in 1844 as the Association of Medical Superintendents of American Institutions for the Insane. It became the American Medico-Psychological A... Details >
American Psychological Association
The American Psychological Association (APA) was founded in 1892 as a professional organization for psychologists. It exists to advance psychology as a science, as a profession, and as a means of pro... Details >
American Society for Clinical Pathology
The American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), founded in 1922, is the largest medical laboratory organization representing the entire medical laboratory team--pathologists, medical technologists... Details >
American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
The American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) is a professional and scientific organization, established to encourage the development of improved patient care through clinical nutr... Details >
American Society for Reproductive Medicine
The American Society for Reproductive Medicine, formerly the American Fertility Society, was founded in 1944 as the American Society for the Study of Sterility. Its objective is to disseminate clinic... Details >
American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Founded in 1945 , the American Society for Surgery of the Hand works to improve the quality of care for hand patients. With over 2000 hand surgeons around the world as members, the organization advanc... Details >
American Society of Anesthesiologists
The American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) was founded in 1905 to advance the art and science of anesthesiology as a medical specialty and to raise standards through education and research. A non... Details >
American Society of Bariatric Physicians
The American Society of Bariatric Physicians (ASBP) is a national medical specialty society of physicians who offer comprehensive programs in the medical treatment of overweight, obesity and associate... Details >
American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery
The American Society of Cataract and Refractive Surgery (ASCRS), founded in 1974 as the American Intra-Ocular Society, disseminates information and encourages communication among ophthalmologists abou... Details >
American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons
Established in 1899, The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS) is the leading professional society representing more than 1200 board-certified colon and rectal surgeons and other surge... Details >
American Society of Health-System Pharmacists
Founded in 1942, the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) is a national professional association representing pharmacists who practice in hospitals, health maintenance organizations, l... Details >
American Society of Radiologic Technologists
The American Society of Radiologic Technologists is the world's largest and oldest radiologic science organization. Founded in 1920, ASRT now has more than 94,000 members. ASRT's mission is to give ... Details >
American Society of Safety Engineers
American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) is the world's oldest and largest professional safety organization. ASSE's mission is to foster the technical, scientific, managerial and ethical knowledge,... Details >
American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Founded in 1925 as the American Speech and Hearing Association, the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ASHA) is a nonprofit organization established to maintain professional standards, enco... Details >
Association for Prevention Teaching and Research
The Association for Prevention Teaching and Research (APTR) is the national association supporting health promotion and disease prevention educators and researchers. This organization is dedicated to ... Details >
Biofeedback Certification Institute of America
The Biofeedback Certification Institute of America (BCIA) was created to establish and maintain standards for practitioners who use biofeedback and to certify those who meet these standards. The prima... Details >
Center for Injury Research & Control
Established in 1992, the Center for Injury Research & Control (CIRCL) conducts injury control research, gathers and disseminates information on injuries, provides training for health care professional... Details >
Endocrine Society
Based in Bethesda, Maryland, The Endocrine Society is comprised of nearly 8,000 members worldwide. Founded in 1916, the Society is dedicated to the study and treatment of the endocrine system. The S... Details >
EngenderHealth
Founded in 1943, EngenderHealth is an international nonprofit organization that works worldwide to support and strengthen reproductive health services for women and men; providing technical assistance... Details >
Hospice Education Institute
The Hospice Education Institute is a nonprofit organization that serves health and caring professionals and the general public. The Institute provides information about hospices and palliative care s... Details >
House Ear Institute
The House Ear Institute is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to advancing hearing science through research and education to improve quality of life. Their scientists are explorin... Details >
Institute for the Advancement of Human Behavior
Founded in 1977, the Institute for the Advancement of Human Behavior (IAHB) is a nonprofit educational organization begun with the primary objective of knowledge dissemination in the bio-behavioral sc... Details >
International Hearing Society
The International Hearing Society (IHS), formed in 1951 as a professional organization of hearing aid specialists, promotes and maintains the highest possible standards in the hearing aid field and he... Details >
International Society of Refractive Surgery
This is an international organization of eye care professionals committed advancing the art and science of refractive surgery worldwide. The ISRS membership comprise many clinicians involved in the us... Details >
Joslin Diabetes Center
Established in 1898, Joslin Diabetes Center is an internationally recognized institution that treats adults and children with diabetes, conducts diabetes research, educates patients and teaches profes... Details >
Medical Library Association
MLA, a nonprofit, educational organization, is comprised of health sciences information professionals with more than 4,500 members worldwide. Through its programs and services, MLA provides lifelong ... Details >
National Academies of Emergency Dispatch
Formed in 1988, the Academy's main function is that of a standard-setting organization for all aspects of Emergency Dispatch. NAED is also an academic Academy with the mission statement: "To conduct a... Details >
National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) was formed in 1975 to serve as the professional organization for EMTs, paramedics, instructors, and administrators. Services and acti... Details >
National Association of Pediatric Nurse Associates and Practitioners
The National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) was founded in 1973 as a non-profit specialty nursing organization devoted to improving the quality of infant and child health care. ... Details >
National Braille Association, Inc.
The National Braille Association (NBA) was founded in 1945 to provide continuing education to those who prepare braille, and to provide braille materials to persons who are visually impaired. The orga... Details >
National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine
The National Certification Commission for Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine (NCCAOM) is a non-profit organization established in 1982. NCCAOM's primary mission is to protect the public by examining a... Details >
National Clearinghouse of Rehabilitation Training Materials
The NCRTM, founded in 1961, was expanded in 2005 to provide the following services to vocational rehabilitation professionals: Archive and disseminate training and training related materials to vocati... Details >
National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses
The National Federation of Licensed Practical Nurses (NFLPN), founded in 1949, offers membership to licensed practical/vocational nurses and students. As a professional organization it offers support... Details >
National Health Council
The National Health Council (NHC), founded in 1920, is a nonprofit association of health organizations, including voluntary health agencies, professional and membership associations, nonprofit volunta... Details >
National Recreation and Park Association
The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA), founded in 1965 by the merger of seven organizations, promotes the interests of the park and recreation movement through public information, politi... Details >
National Rehabilitation Association
National Rehabilitation Association (NRA) was founded in 1925 to promote the vocational rehabilitation of persons with disabilities through advocacy, professional development, and public education. S... Details >
Pacific American Foundation
The Pacific American Foundation (PAF) is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of Pacific Americans through self-help. In addition, PAF educates and informs decision-maker... Details >
Scripps Gerontology Center
Scripps Gerontology Center at Miami University was established in 1972. Its mission is to understand the evolving issues of an aging society, provide leadership to enhance the lives of older adults, i... Details >
Skin Cancer Foundation
This nonprofit, public foundation is concerned with increasing public awareness of the sun's harmful rays and stresses the importance of preventive measures against the damaging effects of ultraviolet... Details >
Society for Neuroscience
The Society is an organization of scientists and physicians dedicated to understanding the brain, spinal cord and peripheral nervous system. Members are residents of Canada, Mexico and the United Stat... Details >
Society for Vascular Medicine
The Society for Vascular Medicine and Biology comprises a variety of health professionals working in the field of vascular medicine and vascular technology. The society's mission is to: promote and ad... Details >
The EAR Foundation
The EAR Foundation is a national non-profit association of physicians, educators and concerned citizens. The organization's mission is to provide information and resources to all persons who are heari... Details >
The Myositis Association
The Myositis Association (TMA) is a non-profit organization committed to helping people affected by inflammatory myopathies through information, advocacy and support. TMA provides services to those di... Details >
Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society
Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Society (WOCN) is a professional, international nursing society of nurse professionals who are experts in the care of patients with wound, ostomy and continence pr... Details >