Vermont Medical Society
The Vermont Medical Society is the professional organization for physicians in the U.S. state of Vermont. Founded in 1813, the organization provides service to physicians in the form of information and lobbies the Vermont General Assembly The Vermont General Assembly is the legislative body of the state of Vermont, in the United States. The Legislature is formally known as the "General Assembly," but the style of "Legislature" is commonly used, including by the body itself. The G ... on regulatory issues affecting its membership. References External links * Organizations based in Vermont American Medical Association 1813 establishments in Vermont Organizations established in 1813 {{US-health-org-stub ...
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Professional Organization
A professional association (also called a professional body, professional organization, or professional society) usually seeks to further a particular profession, the interests of individuals and organisations engaged in that profession, and the public interest. In the United States, such an association is typically a nonprofit business league for tax purposes. Roles The roles of professional associations have been variously defined: "A group, of people in a learned occupation who are entrusted with maintaining control or oversight of the legitimate practice of the occupation;" also a body acting "to safeguard the public interest;" organizations which "represent the interest of the professional practitioners," and so "act to maintain their own privileged and powerful position as a controlling body." Professional associations are ill defined although often have commonality in purpose and activities. In the UK, the Science Council defines a professional body as "an organisation wit ...
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