Become a MEMBER!
Why Join the Florida, Puerto Rico, and Caribbean ASMBS State Chapter?
Our members encompass a dedicated network of healthcare professionals committed to advancing obesity care in our region. By joining, you become part of a dynamic and influential group driving progress in obesity healthcare. We look forward to having you with us!
Here are just a few of the many reasons to get involved and support our chapter:
Share Your Expertise
Present your knowledge through webinars or YouTube sessions and contribute to professional education on our website.
Drive Meaningful Change
Work together to make a greater impact in improving patient care and obesity treatment and travel to our capital Tallahassee.
Organize Engaging Events
Lead initiatives like community walks and bring fellow members together for impactful activities.
Stay Informed
Keep up to date with obesity care advancements specific to Florida, Puerto Rico, and the Caribbean.
Shape Leadership & Advocacy
Join a committee and gain eligibility for board positions or national leadership roles.
Expand Your Professional Network
Form connections that enhance your experience before attending national conferences.
Create Memorable Experiences
Strengthen your career journey with valuable interactions and lasting friendships.
Enhance Collaboration
Foster partnerships with industry experts and colleagues, making teamwork more efficient and rewarding.
Engage in Supportive Discussions
Gain fresh perspectives and collaborate instead of contemplating solutions alone.
Connect with Colleagues
Build meaningful relationships by attending state meetings and engaging with peers in person, which could mean visiting Puerto Rico!
Membership Benefits
- Complimentary subscription to the digital version of SOARD, Surgery for Obesity And Related Diseases.
- Discounted registration to the ASMBS Annual Meeting, ASMBS Weekend and post-graduate CE courses.
- Access to the NEW ASMBS DocMatter Online Community – a private platform for members to discuss cases and engage in clinical discourse.
- Your practice and contact information in our Find a Provider registry, searchable by prospective patients.
- Access to members-only documents and online resources.
- Eligibility to join your local ASMBS State Chapter which provides educational lectures and lobbies towards state political issues and local insurance problems.
- Email alerts about new published research findings, political events and society highlights.
- Complimentary membership in the OAC, Obesity Action Coalition, and IFSO, the International Federation for the Surgery of Obesity and Metabolic Disorders. (This does not apply to International Members.)
- Opportunities to join ASMBS committees that impact research, education, patient access, innovation, communication and public service in the field of metabolic and bariatric surgery.
- Full access to insurance benefits. Details can be found HERE.
Are You Ready To Join Us?
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