The North American Spine Society (NASS) is the premier multidisciplinary medical organization representing more than 7,000 members in 72 countries. NASS is dedicated to fostering the highest quality, evidence based and value-based, ethical spine care by promoting education, research, and advocacy.

With members in over 32 specialties, NASS is your link to fellow orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, neurologists, radiologists, physiatrists, pain management specialists, anesthesiologists, psychologists, chiropractors, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, nurses, physical therapists, researchers, coders, administrators, and other health care professionals invested in the advancement of spine care. 

Become a member and enjoy access to resources and information that will keep you up-to-date on the latest developments and issues in the field.

Membership Types and Eligibility
 

Active
Active members are Board certified MDs, DOs, or PhDs residing in North America who devote 50% or more of their professional activities to spine care.
$595.00 (Includes subscription to The Spine Journal and SpineLine)

Associate
Associate members are Board eligible MDs, DOs, or PhD candidates residing in North America who devote 50% of their professional activities to spine care.
$595.00 (Includes subscription to The Spine Journal and SpineLine)


 
Affiliate
Affiliate members include physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, physician assistants, chiropractors, physical therapists, researchers, practice managers, coders and other allied health care professionals who devote their activities to spine care.
$300.00 (Includes subscription to The Spine Journal and SpineLine)         
$250.00 (Includes SpineLine)      


 
Corresponding
Corresponding members are health care professionals who are not residents of North America.  Canadian and Mexican physicians are also eligible for this category of membership.
$250.00 (Includes print and online subscription to The Spine Journal and online subscription to SpineLine)


 
In-training
In-training members are residents or fellows who are enrolled in a residency training program or subspecialty fellowship with an interest in the spine care.
Complimentary (Includes subscription to The Spine Journal and SpineLine)

Honorary
Honorary membership is bestowed by the Board of Directors to recognized leaders in the field of spine care.
Complimentary (Includes subscription to The Spine Journal and SpineLine)

Emeritus
Emeritus membership is for individuals who have been Active members for at least five years and have retired from the practice of medicine or have reached 65 years of age.
Complimentary (Includes discounted subscription to The Spine Journal and SpineLine)