Students / Residents

As a student, intern or resident you represent an important part of the future of spinecare. Students, interns and residents are eligible to apply for Candidate Membership with the American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP).

The American Academy of Spine Physicians (AASP) is dedicated to facilitating integrated spinecare. To help accomplish this mission, the AASP expanded its membership categories to include the Candidate Member category for future spinecare professionals, currently in training. This includes students, interns and residents.

The AASP encourages collaborative efforts and the development of multidisciplinary spinecare teams.This begins with reaching professionals in training. To help Candidate Members network with other professionals, the academy provides a variety of resources which include an online Career Center and SpineLink (Spinecare360). The AASP provides all of its members, including Candidate Members, with access to spinecare information script forms/pads which can be used to direct the public/patients to the online Public Information Center (PIC), a multimedia information database of the International Spine Association (ISA).

Professionals in training have a growing appreciation for the complexity of the spine which encourages the desire to network with other spinecare professionals. Candidate Members of the AASP have an opportunity to:

-build relationships with practicing physicians before graduation
-advance knowledge and refine spinecare skills while in training
-become familiar with practice building resources
-access online practice planning and development resources

Candidate Members can participate in continuing education experiences. Numerous special certificate programs are available to Candidate Members of the AASP. Credits acquired during training cannot be applied toward credentialing.When the candidate member has graduated and obtained a license to practice, the member may work toward Diplomate/Fellow status [Diplomate of the American Academy of Spine Physicians (DAASP); Fellow of the American College of Spine Physicians (FACSP)].

We invite you to expand your options and join the American Academy of Spine Physicians.

Brochure: Candidate Membership	Continuing Education and Credentialing	Why Cooperative Spinecare

  

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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Join / Renew

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]