American Association of Clinical Anatomists

The American Association of Clinical Anatomists advances the science and art of clinical anatomy. It encourages research and publication in the field and maintaining high standards in the teaching of anatomy. Clinical anatomy is defined as anatomy in all its aspects - gross, histologic, developmental and neurologic as applied to clinical practice, the application of anatomic principles to the solution of clinical problems and/or the application of clinical observations to expand anatomic knowledge.

Typical membership, active or associate (student/intern) in the Association comprises individuals from various backgrounds who have produced a record of research, clinical practice, clinical research, teaching in accredited Colleges and Universities, administrative or other experience in the field.

** Important regarding travel for the Toronto AACA meeting ** Under the new Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative, travel to Canada from the U.S. for the Toronto meeting of the AACA requires a valid passport if you are travelling by air. Access by land or sea does not at this time require a passport but you must present a government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, along with proof of citizenship, such as a birth certificate.

Registration site for the Toronto meeting is now available. For full information on the 25th annual Scientific Session of the AACA (July 15-18, 2008) - and the accompanying Postgraduate Course, go to the meeting page.

Your 2008 AACA annual dues are now payable .... Your 2008 Dues Notice was mailed to you in in early January. Are you current? Check your card in the AACA on-line database for your current dues status. If your card says paid through December 31, 2007 - your 2008 payment is due! Your subscription to Clinical Anatomy has been suspended until dues payment is received - no issues of the journal for 2008 will be mailed until dues are paid.

The Anatomical Services Committee of the AACA has put together a policy statement on body exhibits as well as a best practices document for running a body donor program. Check them out on the ASC page of the web site.

Web Site Comments to: Brian R. MacPherson