Robert J. Kennedy

The American Board of Ophthalmology is an independent, non-profit organization that certifies ophthalmologists in the United States. The non-profit company is based in San Francisco, CA. The American Academy of Ophthalmology, launched in 1979, is the world's largest association of eye physicians and surgeons, with a community of 32,000 medical doctors. The AAO sets the standards for ophthalmic education and advocates for patients and the public. The organization was founded in 1916 and is one of 24 specialty boards recognized by the American Board of Medical Specialties and the American Medical Association.

American Academy of Ophthalmology, Inc. is the world's largest association of eye physicians and surgeons. The non-profit company is based in San Francisco, CA, and has subsidiaries in the United States. The company advocates for patients and the public and set standards for ophthalmic education. The organization provides information about managing a practice, clinical pearls, and how to thrive in residency for young ophthalmologists. The company also offers an Outstanding Humanitarian Service Award and have committees that are essential to the establishment and implementation of the organization's mission and strategic goals. The Academy's website, EyeSmart, provides information on eye diseases, treatments, news, and tips for lifelong eye health. The company also has a faculty development program for their annual meeting and offer a program called Eyecelerator that advances eye care innovation by connecting creative entrepreneurs with mission-driven investors and access to markets.

The American College of Surgeons Oncology Group (ACOSOG) was established to evaluate the surgical management of patients with malignant solid tumors. ACOSOG is one of 10 cooperative groups funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI) to develop and coordinate multi-institutional clinical trials. ACOSOG is the only cooperative group with studies focusing primarily on surgical objectives. ACOSOG currently has treatment protocols available in three major disease areas: . Breast Cancer . Gastrointestinal Cancer . Thoracic Cancer ACOSOG is composed of the Operations and Membership Center located at the Duke Clinical Research Institute on the Duke University Medical Center campus and the Statistics and Data Center located at the Mayo Clinic Cancer Center. ACOSOG's membership is comprised of investigators and research associates representing oncology treatment modalities and research-related concerns, including surgery, medical oncology, radiation oncology, diagnostic imaging, pathology, ethics, CRA/nursing and patient advocacy.

Ellis Hospital provides health care services. It offers diagnostic, primary, emergency, surgical and rehabilitative care services. The company also offers treatment for heart and cardiovascular ailments, cancer, diabetes, women's health issues, stroke-related health problems and behavioral health concerns. It operates a school of nursing and other academic programs to prepare students for careers in health care and nursing. Ellis Hospital was founded in 1885 and is located in Schenectady, NY.