Organizations - Resources: Skin Health

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Organizations

American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery 737 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 2100 Chicago, IL 60611 312-981-6760 www.cosmeticsurgery.org

Represents surgeons who work in postgraduate medical education in cosmetic surgery. Sponsors a surgeon referral service.

American Academy of Dermatology P.O. Box 4014 Schaumburg, IL 60618 866-503-7456 (toll free) 888-462-3376 (toll free for referrals) www.aad.org

The largest of all dermatologic associations. Provides information on the diagnosis and medical, surgical, and cosmetic treatment of conditions of the skin, hair, and nails.

American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery 310 S. Henry St. Alexandria, VA 22314 703-299-9291 www.aafprs.org

An association of plastic and reconstructive surgeons who focus on surgery of the face, head, and neck. Sponsors programs of free care for those with deformities from congenital conditions and trauma, including domestic violence and war.

American Board of Medical Specialties 1007 Church St., Suite 404 Evanston, IL 60201 847-491-9091 866-275-2267 (physician verification service) www.abms.org

Operates a phone and online service to help members of the public verify the board-certification status of physicians.

American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery 11081 Winners Circle Los Alamitos, CA 90720 888-272-7711 (toll free for referrals) www.surgery.org

The leading organization of cosmetic plastic surgeons. Offers patient information about procedures and provides referrals.

American Society for Dermatologic Surgery 5550 Meadowbrook Drive, Suite 120 Rolling Meadows, IL 60008 800-441-2737 (consumer hotline) www.asds-net.org

Provides information on the subspecialty of dermatologic surgery and offers referrals to board-certified dermatologic surgeons.

American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery 2100 Stewart Ave., Suite 240 Wausau, WI 54401 715-845-9283 www.aslms.org

Promotes research, safety, and quality standards in the field of laser medicine. Web site offers an online doctor referral service as well as information on new procedures in laser medicine.

American Society of Plastic Surgeons 444 E. Algonquin Road Arlington Heights, IL 60005 888-475-2784 (toll free for referrals) www.plasticsurgery.org

Represents surgeons certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Offers a surgeon referral service.

FDA Cosmetics Web Site www.cfsan.fda.gov/~dms/cos-lbl.html

Informational Web site for consumers interested in the safety and effectiveness of cosmetics ingredients, as well as the regulation of cosmetics labeling.

Last updated:	July 20, 2007