World Federation of Neurology Research Group on Motor Neuron Diseases has one of its objective as the advancement of knowledge concerning ALS, including fostering research, coordinating researchers' activities, and the education and training of clinicians and scientists concerning the problem of ALS and other motor neuron diseases throughout the world, in accordance with the charter of the World Federation of Neurology.
The Western Thoracic Surgical Association provides information on members, annual meeting and news and events concerning cardiac and thoracic surgeons.
The Transplantation Society provides the focus for global leadership in transplantation through development of the science and clinical practice, scientific communication, continuing education, and guidance on the ethical practice.
The goals of The Society of Geriatric Cardiology are to educate cardiovascular health care professionals about geriatric principles and educate those in geriatric disciplines about cardiovascular principles; to discover how aging affects the heart and cardiovascular system; to discover new or improved therapies for older cardiovascular patients; and prevention; and to promote good cardiovascular health care in the elderly; partner with advocacy organizations, and advocate for resources for the care of older cardiovascular patients.
The purpose of the Society is the study and advancement of Neurosurgery. This is achieved through the scientific meetings of the Society, through publications arising from deliberations about aspects of Neurosurgical practice and delivery of Neurosurgical services, through fostering professional relationships amongst neurosurgeons and through engagement with the public and bodies involved in the provision of care to patients requiring Neurosurgery.
The objectives of the Society for Surgery of the Alimentary Tract are to stimulate, foster, and provide surgical leadership in the art and science of patient care; to teach and research the diseases and functions of the alimentary tract; to provide a forum for the presentation of such knowledge; and to encourage training opportunities, funding, and scientific publications supporting the foregoing activities.
The Society for Cardiovascular Pathology is an incorporated organization devoted to the advancement of the study of cardiovascular disorders. Our members include pathologists, cardiologists, surgeons, MDs, PhDs, and DVMs, educators, and investigators, united by a common interest in the cardiovascular disorders.
SAM is a multi-disciplinary organization of health professionals who are committed to advancing the health and well-being of adolescents. Through education, research, clinical services, and advocacy activities, members of the Society for Adolescent Medicine strive to enhance public and professional awareness of adolescent health issues among families, educators, policy makers, youth-serving organizations, students who are considering a health career as well as other health professionals.
The Scandinavian Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care Medicine (SSAI) is an umbrella organisation for the national societies of anaesthesiology and intensive care medicine in the Nordic countries.
The Japanese Society of Psychiatry and Neurology is the principal psychiatric organization in Japan.
