Affiliated Specialty

We don’t just meet the standards, we advance them. The Gold Standard of Aesthetics

• Affiliated Specialty members will be physicians of high moral, professional and ethical standing who have evidenced attainment in the field of aesthetic surgery or medicine. Applicants must be board-certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties, American Osteopathic Association, or Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in a specialty approved by the Society’s Board of Directors and practice within the scope of that specialty. 
   
  To be considered for election to Affiliated Specialty membership, a physician must be sponsored by two (2) Active or Life members of The Aesthetic Society. Qualifications must be reviewed and approved by the Application Review Committee and the Board of Directors, respectively. Affiliated Specialty members will enjoy all privileges of the Society except the right to vote and hold office. Affiliated Specialty members will pay dues to be determined annually by the Board of Directors.

  At this time, the Application Review Committee shall consider physicians with board certification in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery from any of the foregoing organizations AND require facial plastic and reconstructive surgery fellowship training with Board Certification by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Affiliated Specialty members must also attend a minimum of one in-person Aesthetic Society educational event every two (2) years.

Application Requirements

• Complete a questionnaire telling us about your plastic surgery training and history
• Complete a summary of your surgical cases from the last 12 months (no case minimum required to apply)
• Provide Two (2) sponsors that are Aesthetic Society Active or Life Members.
• Provide information on any malpractice cases, if any
• Provide verification of accreditation of any surgical facilities that are used
• Provide a listing of your websites and any social media platforms, including any print marketing
• Agree to abide by the Society’s Bylaws, Conflict of Interest Policy, and Code of Ethics
• Optional – Submit a personal statement, telling us about yourself and why you want to be an Active Member of The Aesthetic Society

Application deadlines are now quarterly: January 5, April 5, July 5, and October 5

Applicants who submit a complete application by the January 5 deadline are eligible for election just prior to The Aesthetic MEET in the spring. Individuals who submit their application for the July deadline are eligible for election to membership at the beginning of the year. A $250 application fee to cover administrative expenses associated with your application is required and you will be sent an invoice once you submit your application. 

Application fees are non-refundable, and applications remain active for 120 days. Our staff is available to assist with any application questions you may have [email protected].

Annual Membership Dues are $1,278.00

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Benefits

Superior Aesthetic Education

• Aesthetic Surgery Journal (ASJ) and Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum (ASJOF). 
  ASJ is the #1 journal in all of aesthetic surgery. Members receive print and online subscriptions. ASJOF is ASJ’s sister publication, a peer reviewed, Open Access International Journal.
• Aesthetic Society News (ASN). 
  ASN is The Society’s newsletter that includes Society news and events, practice management insights, and crucial updates. Members receive print and online subscriptions.
• Meeting Discounts. 
  Take advantage of significant savings on registration for The Aesthetic MEET and The Aesthetic Society's Symposia.

Essential Tools & Services

• My CME Record. 
  Track and manage your CME online via our members only portal.
• Arise Powered by Aesthetic One. 
  ARISE is a secure, HIPAA-compliant breast implant registry that makes breast implant device registration quick and easy. Implant details are instantly shared with the manufacturer, allowing for the simultaneous activation of the warranty and the creation of a permanent digital record for both patients and practices. As the only breast implant registry that provides patients with lifetime, on-demand access to their device information, ARISE empowers patients to stay connected to their health. Barcode scanning using any mobile device ensures fast, accurate capture of implant data into a pre-filled registration form.Best of all, it’s free to use and open to all Surgeons. Sign up today to save time and ensure your patients have access to their data anytime, anywhere. https://www.aestheticone.org/
• Legal Counsel.
  Receive complimentary one-on-one legal advice from The Aesthetic Society’s legal counsel, Chris Nuland, ESQ. Contact Chris, [email protected] or 904.355.1555
• Virtual Learning
  Stay informed with the latest in surgical techniques and aesthetic research with year-round virtual learning, both live and on demand in The Aesthetic Society Academy.
• Allied Pro.
  The Allied Pro program enables members to extend meaningful benefits to their nonsurgical aesthetic professionals. This membership offers dedicated training, education, and community designed to strengthen expertise in aesthetic medicine, support business growth, and enhance patient outcomes.

Promotion to Prospective Patients

• The Aesthetic Society Logo and Certificate. 
  Distinguish yourself from your competition by using the Aesthetic Society member logo on your website and marketing materials, and receive a membership certificate to display in your office
• Products.
  Receive discounts on essential products for your practice, as well as marketing materials, exclusively for Aesthetic Society members.

Maximize Your Presence in the Specialty

• Networking Opportunities.
  Meet colleagues from around the world when you attend our member-discounted meetings and symposia. Our annual event, The MEET, is where the brightest minds in aesthetics come together to learn, connect, and elevate their practice. This is the premier event in aesthetics you won't want to miss.