The American Academy of Spine Physicians is a widely recognized authority on the spine and spinecare. The Academy is committed to helping professionals, patients, and the public make good choices when it comes to purchasing products or services. It is the position of the AASP that spine specialists should provide direction to their patients about available products and services which promote spinehealth whenever possible.
To help members, their patients, and the public identify good products and services, the Academy offers endorsement opportunities for services and products which qualify. There are two primary categories of endorsement; exclusive and non-exclusive.
An exclusive AASP endorsement indicates that your company, product or service is a leader in its category. An exclusive endorsement grants you the right to use the “Endorsed by the AASP� logo. To obtain this level of endorsement your product or service must be evaluated by the AASP Products and Services Committee followed by approval of the AASP Board of Directors.
A non-exclusive endorsement by the AASP indicates that your company, product or service is one that meets the AASP endorsement criteria. This endorsement grants you the right to use the “Endorsed by AASP� logo, but the AASP would retain the right to endorse competing products and services. To obtain this level of endorsement your product or service must be evaluated by the Products and Services Committee followed by approval of the Board of Directors. Each endorsement will be listed on a directory of recommended products/services for professionals, patients, and the public. This document can be downloaded from the AASP website and will assist spine specialists, patients and the public make good choices.
An AASP product endorsement simply represents that the Academy has reviewed a product and states that it is a good product and that it will contribute to spinehealth.
For more information about product endorsement, please contact the AASP at [email protected] or call (847) 697-4660 for more information. You may also go to the AASP website at spinephysicians.org to review and download additional information about corporate opportunities.
Benefits of an Exclusive Endorsement
-AASP will not authorize the endorsement of a competing product.
-Right to use the official “Exclusively Endorsed by the AASP� logo Prominent link to your website from the AASP website homepage as an Exclusive Endorsement Recipient
-Inclusion of organization and product/service description on the AASP website
-Recognition in each issue of the Academy eNews, our monthly
-Newsletter
-Prominent listing on the AASP Buying Advantage Directory
-Development of an endorsed product brochure or informational booklet for use by company
-Development of a custom internet website button/banner
-Press release acknowledging the AASP endorsement status
-Custom PowerPoint slides for use in presentations
-Custom display and brochures for use at shows or conventions
Benefits of a Non-Exclusive Endorsement
-Right to use the official “Endorsed by the AASP� logo
-Prominent link to your website from the AASP website homepage as an Endorsement Recipient
-Inclusion of organization and product/service description on the AASP website
-Recognition in each issue of the Academy eNews, our monthly newsletter
-Prominent listing on the AASP Buying Advantage Directory
-Development of an endorsed product brochure for use by company
-Development of a custom internet website button/banner
-Press release acknowledging the AASP endorsement status
-Custom PowerPoint slides for use in presentations
-Custom display and brochures for use at shows or conventions
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
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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 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.
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.
