American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS)
Non-profit OrganizationsIllinois, United States201-500 Employees
The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) is a nonprofit professional association that supports the plastic surgery field through education, advocacy, and research. It is the largest plastic surgery specialty organization in the world, representing roughly 92% of U.S. board-certified plastic surgeons and more than 11,000 surgeons worldwide. Its mission centers on advancing quality patient care by upholding high standards in training, ethics, and practice, while providing education and public information about the value of plastic surgery. ASPS emphasizes patient safety and requires members to operate in accredited facilities that have undergone external reviews. Based in Arlington Heights, Illinois, and founded in 1931, the organization serves its professional audience by offering practice support and contributing to public awareness of cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. In the nonprofit sector, ASPS is a prominent global institution within its field.