American Society of Plastic Surgeons

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) is a professional organization based in Arlington Heights, Illinois. With 348 employees, ASPS serves as the leading authority on cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. The organization was founded in 1931 and now represents over 11,000 plastic surgeons globally. ASPS focuses on advancing quality care for plastic surgery patients through various initiatives. These include encouraging high standards of training, ethics, physician practice, and research within the field. The Society provides education, advocacy, practice support, and public awareness campaigns to support its members in delivering exceptional patient care. ASPS is committed to patient safety and mandates that its members operate within accredited surgical facilities that meet stringent external review standards for equipment and staffing. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons can be reached through their website at plasticsurgery.org.