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Local Physician Accepted as a Member of the American Academy of Spine Physicians

Date City, State Dr.  Name, a local physician, has been accepted as a  member of the American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP). The AASP granted full membership to Dr. First Name,

The AASP is a prestigious national organization comprised of healthcare professionals committed to excellence in spinecare. The primary mission of the AASP is to improve the quality of spinecare through education and multidisciplinary collaboration. Back pain is one of the most common disorders encountered in healthcare practice. It often ranks as one of the top reasons for employee absenteeism and afflicts approximately eight of every ten Americans during their lifetime. The AASP prepares its members to meet these growing concerns at all levels.

Multidisciplinary collaboration promotes early detection, timely intervention, and improved continuity of care. An integrated approach also helps improve spinecare outcomes and reduces the impact of spine-related disability.

The AASP is a member-driven organization, guided by a multidisciplinary Board of Directors and an Academy Council comprised of distinguished doctors located at prestigious facilities throughout the country.

The Academy Council includes Edward C. Benzel, MD, neurosurgeon, Cleveland Clinic; George J. Dohrmann, M.D., Ph.D., neurosurgeon, University of Chicago; David H. Durrant, D.C., PhD(c) chiropractic neurologist, Chicago Neuroscience Institute; Barth A. Green, M.D., neurosurgeon and President of the Miami Project to Cure Paralysis; Vincent Lucido, D.C., chiropractic orthopedist, Past President of the Foundation for Chiropractic Education and Research (FCER) and Past President of the American Chiropractic Association (ACA); Stephen L. Ondra, M.D., neurosurgeon, formerly Northwestern University; John V. Prunskis, M.D., anesthesiologist and pain management specialist, Illinois Pain Institute; Ruth G. Ramsey M.D., neuroradiologist, formerly Rush University and University of Chicago; and Steve Vanni, D.O., D.C., neurosurgeon and chiropractic physician, University of Miami Medical Center.

For further information about the AASP, contact Christine Martin at (847) 697-4660 or visit the AASP website: spinephysicians.org   

Inform a Colleague

Welcome to the Inform a Colleague area of the Academy Website. The American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP) strives to implement new and more efficient methods for members to communicate with other healthcare professionals. One of the most effective tools is the online "Inform a Colleague" function. This function can be used to expand and educate your spinecare referral network. It also represents a resource to conveniently inform others about trends in spinecare and about offers of organizations such as the American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP), the International Spine Association (ISA). The link library also contains an application for membership with the AASP.

The online "Inform a Colleague" feature provides an invaluable time-saving service for keeping spinecare professionalsup-to-date, expanding the spinecare network, stimulating interdisciplinary referrals and for inviting colleagues to join the AASP. The library of links is always being updated with useful information and resources. The linked messages can be used to

The AASP eNewsletter features include: 1. Advances in Spinecare 2. Continuing Education Opportunities 3. Members in the News 4. Spine-Related Research 5. Member Services 6. Internet Technology News 7. Practice Development Opportunities 8. Emerging Technology 9. Social Networking Trends

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Member:
This level of membership is for physicians (MD, DC, DO) whose practice/interest includes patients with spinal disorders. ($250)

Affiliate Member:
This level of membership is for allied healthcare professionals involved in spinecare and/or spine research. This includes physical therapists, massage therapists, exercise physiologists, nurse practitioners, nurses, physician's assistants, diagnostic technicians, surgical technicians, exercise instructors, personal trainers and individuals who hold a PhD and work in the field of spinecare. ($150)

Candidate Member:
This level of membership is for residents, fellows and students who have an interest in spinecare. ($35)

Membership Renewal

Membership will automatically renew each calendar year starting from the date of membership renewal or membership acceptance unless the AASP is specifically notified in writing by the member at least 30 days prior to their renewal date. Please address all correspondence to the AASP Office of Member Services.

Review the accuracy of your contact information and practice profile information including your email address. To update your profile online go to spinephysicians.org and login using your unique member ID and PIN as noted below.

Please notify the AASP if you no longer meet membership criteria. This includes maintaining an active license to practice.

American Academy of Spine Physicians Submit communication below: First Name: Last Name: Phone Number: Email: Website: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Interest: Request Call from Member Services Speaking Request Continuing Education Reasons to Join Billing Inquiry Department: Member Services Missions Department Technical Support Comments: AASP Membership Office Address: 1795 Grandstand Place City: Elgin State: Illinois Zip Code: 60123-4980 Telephone: (847) 697-4660 Fax: (847) 931-7975 Email: [email protected]