Surgeons

Most surgeons do not belong to unions, but some may be represented by the Doctors Council SEIU and the Union of American Physicians and Dentists. The American Medical Association and American Osteopathic Association are the major professional associations for physicians and surgeons. They provide publications, information on medical school and careers, networking opportunities, and other resources. Other membership organizations for surgeons include the Association of Women Surgeons, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, and the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.