This category is comprised of associations based in Canada. The associations listed all relate to the subject of health in a direct manner, such as medical professional associations, and medical research associations.
An association is an organized group of people with a common interest or goal. In the health field associations are especially invaluable. To the health professional they offer research opportunities, and career support among other benefits.
A network of physicians, osteopaths, residents and medical students with a special interest or expertise in complementary medicine. Provides public education and research opportunities. http://www.ccmadoctors.ca/
Official site of 1999 Nobel Peace Prize winning humanitarian organisation featuring work by award winning documentary photographer Conrad Duroseau and others. http://www.msf.ca/
A non-profit organization that lifts the spirits of seriously ill children and their loved ones with a variety of innovative programs, services and events. http://www.starlightcanada.org
National organization responsible for setting and maintaining the standards for postgraduate medical education, for certifying specialist physicians and surgeons, and promoting their continued education. http://rcpsc.medical.org/
Details about this not-for-profit organization dedicated to preventing workplace disability, improved treatment, and optimal recovery. http://www.iwh.on.ca/
Provides information about the organization, its policies and activities. Resources include online medical journals, clinical practice guidelines, and health care news. http://www.cma.ca/
Diet plays an important role in a healthy lifestyle. The national association of Canadian registered dietitians offers resources for consumers and other health professionals. http://www.dietitians.ca/
Islet xenotransplantation has reversed diabetes in people and monkeys without immunosuppressive drugs, and may deliver the cure within this decade. http://www.islet.org/
A network of individuals, groups, organizations and institutions concerned with women's health. The CWHN recognizes the importance of information sharing, education and advocacy in this field. http://www.cwhn.ca/
Provides national guidelines for the practice of emergency medicine, as well as keeping physicians informed of developments in this field. http://www.caep.ca
Provides continuing medical education for its members, advocates for improved patient care and provides public education on several aspects of skin care. http://www.dermatology.ca
Emergency medical information service provides identification bracelets, and 24hr-accessible computerized medical files to medical personnel. http://www.medicalert.ca/
Establishes clinical practice guidelines, provides consumer information as well as services for its members such as continuing education and conferences. http://www.sogc.org/
A national certifying body for radiological, radiation, nuclear medicine, and magnetic resonance professionals. Also provides training and continued education to its members. http://www.camrt.ca
A national organization representing other health care, agricultural, food, and research groups involved in biotechnology. Provides education about the field of biotechnology and its applications. http://www.biotech.ca
A voluntary, professional organization aiming to provide support to its members and engaging in research dealing with rural health issues. http://www.srpc.ca/
An advocacy group representing unions, seniors, women, students, consumers and health care professionals, towards preserving Medicare and improving the health system. http://www.healthcoalition.ca/
A professional organization of 200 members having received their education in the United States, and aiming to provide public education about foot care. http://www.podiatrycanada.org/
A professional organization providing continuing education, news updates, job postings and networking opportunities for its members. http://www.chebucto.ns.ca/Health/TCOS/
A multidisciplinary society of professionals and students concerned with the ethical and humane aspects of health care. Links to educational resources and the society's newsletter are available on the site. http://www.bioethics.ca/
A federation of provincial and territorial hospital and health organizations. In addition to information on their involvement in policy development and advocacy, an extensive list of their publications is available. http://www.cha.ca/
Represents Canadian nurses interested in heart health and practicing in the cardiovascular field and offers information on conferences, news, standards, national committees and provincial links. http://www.cardiovascularnurse.com/
Offers information on the structure, activities, and policies of the society and describes cardiovascular research and resources in Canada. http://www.ccs.ca/
A professional association for physicians, nurses and pharmacy professionals involved in cancer research and treatment. Facilitates professional communication between members. http://www.cos.ca/
Represents manufacturers, advertisers and distributors of self-care products such as nonprescription medications, herbal remedies/natural health products, nutritional supplements, and home diagnostic kits. Also active in the regulation of the latter prod http://www.ndmac.ca/
Created by the Canada Medical Act, promotes a qualification in medicine, maintains the Canadian Medical Register, and supports research in the field of medical examinations. http://www.mcc.ca
Aims at improving health services for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. Provides a referral program, continuing education, and publishes a quaterly medical journal. http://www.glma.org/
National organization providing directories for health information and services for each province and territory. Lists local authorities and organizations, databases, surveys and statistics, news and message groups. http://www.behealthycanada.com/
Voluntary, non-profit organization for the certification of alcohol and drug counselors. Provides local chapter listings, membership information and job postings. http://www.caccb.ca/
An organization working with government and non-profit associations towards educating the public and health care professionals about antibiotic use. http://www.ccar-ccra.org/
The association is concerned with medical education and biomedical and health research. Offers background, news, publications, issues and links to Canadian faculties of medicine. http://www.afmc.ca/
