Eating Disorders Resources for Physicians and Patients

The following resources are listed for informational purposes only and represents a partial listing of available resources. Inclusion on this list in no way indicates endorsement or recommendation of the organization or the products and services provided by the organization. The description for each resource was obtained from its web site or representative.

• The Academy for Eating Disorders
  The AED is a professional organization focusing on anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder and related disorders. AED develops guidelines for training and practice for professionals in the field of eating disorders and advocates for the field on behalf of patients, the public and professionals. AED develops initiatives for the primary and secondary prevention of eating disorders and provides educational resources regarding eating disorder awareness to professionals and the general public.
  
  • Contact Information:
    6728 Old McLean Village Drive
    McLean, VA 22101
    (703) 556-9222
    http://www.aedweb.org
    
    
    
• American Academy of Health Care Providers in the Addictive Disorders
  The American Academy is a non-profit organization that maintains quality standards for the provision of treatment in the addictive disorders. The Academy was created to establish a set of standards of competence for addiction treatment professionals throughout the world.
  
  • Contact Information:
    767C Concord Avenue
    Cambridge, MA 02138
    617-661-6248
    Fax: 617-492-3183
    www.americanacademy.org 
    
    
    
• The Eating Disorder Referral and Information Center
  The Eating Disorder Referral and Information Center provides information and countless resources to those suffering from eating disorders in order to help them live healthy lives. The Center is committed to the prevention and treatment of all forms of eating disorders.
  
  • Contact Information:
    2923 Sandy Pointe, Suite 6
    Del Mar, CA 92014
    (858) 792-7463
    www.edreferral.com 
    
    
    
• Gurze Books
  Gurze Books is a publishing company that specializes in publications and education on eating disorders. This company is committed to providing quality information on eating disorders recovery, research, education, advocacy, and prevention. 
  
  • Contact Information:
    PO Box 2238
    Carlsbad, CA 92018
    24 hour phone: 800-756-7533 or
    760-434-7533
    Fax: 760-434-5476
    www.gurze.com
    
    
    
• Healing Connections
  Healing Connections is a non-profit organization focusing on education, prevention, intervention, advocacy and financial assistance for those suffering from anorexia and bulimia. It offers educational programs to patients, and raises money for patients who can no longer afford treatment, and for education, prevention and advocacy.
  
  • Contact Information:
    1461A First Ave, PMB 303
    NY, NY 10021
    212-585-3450
    
    
    
• International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals
  IAEDP provides quality education and high-level training regarding the entire spectrum of eating disorders for healthcare professionals. The International Association of Eating Disorders Professionals also certifies professionals who successfully complete the academic course work and pass a written examination.
  
  • Contact Information:
    427 Whooping Loop Suite 1819
    Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
    Phone: 407-831-7099
    Fax: 407-831-2661
    info@iaedp.com
    
    
    
• Multi-service Eating Disorders Association, Inc.
  MEDA’s mission is to prevent the continued spread of eating disorders through educational awareness and early detection. MEDA serves as a support network and as a resource to individuals recovering from eating disorders through self-esteem, nutrition, and body image workshops. MEDA offers consultations for healthcare professionals and training throughout the year on various eating disorders topics to hospitals and private practices.
  
  • Contact Information:
    92 Pearl Street
    Newton, MA 02458
    (617) 558-1881
    www.medainc.org 
    
    
    
• The National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated Disorders
  The ANAD provides programs for all eating disorders. The organization offers support groups in all 50 states and 14 countries and offers counseling and information via telephone hotline and e-mail.
  
  • Contact Information:
    PO Box 7
    Highland Park, IL  60035
    Hotline 847-831-3438
    www.anad.org 
    
    
    
• The National Association of Psychiatric Health Systems
  The NAPHS works with hospitals and outpatient programs to deliver effective treatment for children, adolescents, and adults with eating disorders. The Association of Behavioral Group Practices (ABGP) merged with the NAPHS in 1991 to become a special-interest section committed to advocating for a marketplace in which behavioral group practices can deliver effective, quality healthcare services.
  
  • Contact Information:
    325 Seventh Street, NW, Suite 625
    Washington, DC 20004-2802
    Phone: 202-393-6700
    Fax: 202-783-6041
    naphs@naphs.org
    
    
    

• The National Eating Disorders Association
  The National Eating Disorders Association is the largest not-for-profit organization in the United States working to prevent eating disorders, eliminate body dissatisfaction, and provide treatment referrals to those suffering from anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating disorder and those concerned with body image, eating, and weight issues.
  
  • Contact Information:
    603 Stewart Street, Suite 803
    Seattle, WA 98101-1264
    Phone: 206-382-3587
    Fax: 206-829-8501
    Toll-Free Information & Referral Helpline: 800-931-2237
    www.nationaleatingdisorders.org
    info@nationaleatingdisorders.org
    
    
    

• The Renfrew Center
  The Renfrew Center provides training programs, conferences, and seminars for professionals in the healthcare arena in order to assist them in dealing with eating disorders. The center also makes available an array of books, videos, and audiotapes to educate professionals about eating disorders.
  
  • Contact Information:
    7700 Renfrew Lane
    Coconut Creek, FL 33073
    1-800-RENFREW
    www.renfrew.org 

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