ASLMS New Member Orientation

Welcome Congratulations and Welcome! We are pleased you have selected ASLMS as your professional development organization. Please take a few moments from your busy schedule to review the valuable information contained within this new member orientation so you may become familiar with the many benefits ASLMS has to offer you. Also, it may be helpful for you to print the orientation for quick and easy reference. Additionally, I encourage you to become an active member by volunteering on committees or as faculty, voting, and by submitting an abstract, newsletter article or journal manuscript. Robert A. Weiss, M.D. President Robert A. Weiss, M.D.

Mission and Vision Statements The mission of the ASLMS is to promote excellence in patient care by advancing biomedical application of lasers and other energy based technologies world wide. The vision of the ASLMS is to be the world’s preeminent resource for biomedical laser and other related technologies, research, education, and clinical knowledge.

Access to Member Services 1.Visit and click on “Member Services Login” in the upper-right corner.

Access to Member Services 2.Enter your username and password. Your username is your member ID and your password is your unique password.

Your Name Here Your Member I.D. # Here Names of Colleagues You Refer Member Profile Page

Names of Colleagues You Refer Point History My Account Menu : My Account Snapshot  Profile / Membership Terms Update My Profile  Update Contact Information Addresses  Verify Address Change Password Member Profile Page

Services Menu: Meetings and Events  Register for Regional Courses Directory  Search for ASLMS Members Contributions  Contribute any time to the Research Fund Committees  View current Committee activity ASLMS eCademy  View FREE “Introduction to Medical Lasers online course  Access to Light Talk, ASLMS Podcast series Member Services

Now that you are set up in Member Services, learn how to: Pay your dues and contribute to research. Maintain your contact information. Network with your peers. Promote yourself as an ASLMS Member. Access Lasers in Surgery and Medicine (LSM) online. Submit a manuscript to LSM. Stay up-to-date through Society newsletters. Participate in continuing education offerings. Submit an abstract. Participate in the silent auction. Get to know our industry partners. Apply for a Research Grant. Become an ASLMS Fellow.

Membership Renewal Renew Membership Online: Log onto Member Services Click on “Renew Memberships” and proceed to our secure payment system. ASLMS also accepts membership dues payments by phone, mail or fax.

Donate to Research Your Donation is Tax Deductible! Since 2007, ASLMS has awarded over $1.6 million to select applicants who submitted innovative grant proposals. Every ASLMS member can invest in ongoing research by contributing to the ASLMS Research Program. It’s easy to donate! You can submit a donation with your Membership Dues or simply log on to “Member Services” on the ASLMS website and Click on “Contributions” on the “Services” Tab All contributor names will be published in the ASLMS Newsletter, website, and at the Annual Conference! Photo courtesy of Beckman Laser Institute

Membership Communication The ASLMS Central Office communicates regularly with its members via . Watch your inbox for important news and announcements! It is the policy of ASLMS to not sell or provide addresses to third parties. Keep your contact information up-to- date so you don’t miss out!

Names of Colleagues You Refer Point History My Account Menu : My Account Snapshot  Profile / Membership Terms Update My Profile  Update Contact Information Addresses  Verify Address Change Password Maintain Your Contact Information Log on to Member Services

Member-Get-a-Member Reduce your dues when you participate in the Member-Get-a-Member campaign. Click on the Member-Get-a-Member link (located on the aslms.org home page in the upper right hand corner.Member-Get-a-Member Enter the names and addresses of colleagues you would like to refer. ASLMS will send a pre- produced message from you directly to the person you’re inviting to join ASLMS. When your colleague clicks on the link in the message received, he/she will be referred to the ASLMS Membership Benefits page which provides a quick and easy application process. ASLMS will automatically record your referrals to ensure that you receive the appropriate reward. Each applicant has to be approved and pay their membership dues for you to qualify for the reward. One member = $50 Two members = $100 Three members = $200 Four + members = $300 One member = $50 Two members = $100 Three members = $200 Four + members = $300 Bonus Rewards are available if we reach our annual campaign goal of new members!

Networking Opportunities Member Directory Locate and communicate with other members through the online Member Directory. Search for members by name, city, state, zip or country. The Membership Directory is privileged information. We do not make this directory available to the general public. To access, click on “Directory” under the Member Services tab on the ASLMS website.Directory

Networking Opportunities Social Media Join us! Connect with your peers via our LinkedIn discussion groups.

Promote Yourself As An ASLMS Member! Send a news release: Use the news release template by logging into Member Services / Membership Information / New Member News Release Use the ASLMS name and logo: All ASLMS members are permitted to reference their ASLMS membership in their communications and marketing materials. Members must always utilize the name and logo in a professional manner consistent with the professional principles of the organization. For more information, click on “Advertising ASLMS Name and Logo” under the Member Services tab on the ASLMS website.

Are You a Board Certified Physician? Board certified* physician members can be located by the general public through our “Physician Locator” service in the Consumer Resources section of aslms.org Consumer Resources Each Board Certified member’s list of special procedures is included in his or her “Physician Locator” listing. Board Certified members can update and/or add to their procedures by going to “Member Services” and clicking “Physician Locator Update” *In order to be designated as being “Board Certified”, an individual must have received certification from one of the following: 1) an American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) approved board, 2) an organization recognized by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) as qualified to certify physicians as doctors of podiatric medicine, 3) an American Osteopathic Association (AOA) approved board, 4) the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC), 5) the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC), or 6) the American Dental Association (ADA) approved board as qualified to certify Doctors of Dentistry.

Board Certified Physician Members Update/Add Procedures Check boxes to add procedure(s) Click Submit at the bottom of the page Enter Name and

New Beginnings Radiation Mark Removal Program Program Description The New Beginnings: Radiation Mark Removal Program is a national campaign which provides a unique opportunity for ASLMS members to rally around a good cause, pro bono laser treatment for cancer patients with radiation tattoo marks. Benefits for Participants Participating members will be listed on the ASLMS website and publicized across various mediums including social media, news releases sent to ASLMS media contacts, and Society newsletters.

New Beginnings Radiation Mark Removal Program Requirements Participating physicians must be board certified and ASLMS members in good standing. Patients must bring an official letter from their oncologist or radiologist approving the removal of any radiation marks or tattoos. Patient visits are to be coordinated between the physician/practice and the patient. ASLMS will serve as a clearing house for patients so that they may locate participating physicians nearest to them via The service must be open to all cancer patients and not limited to breast cancer or lymphoma. The program will run year round and be an ongoing service for cancer patients. If you are interested in participating, please contact the Central Office at or

Access the Journal Lasers in Surgery and Medicine The official journal of the Society is published and distributed to ASLMS members eleven times per year. The journal contains clinical studies, reviews and research reports about the latest findings and uses of lasers in all surgical and medical specialties. Members will receive content alerts, a full journal copy through mail, and access to the current issue plus 30 years of issues on-line. To access issues online, new members must register and establish an account with Wiley InterScience. Log into Member Services / Journal & Newsletter and follow instructions for first time users. Journal & Newsletter

Submit a Manuscript to LSM If you are submitting a manuscript to Lasers in Surgery and Medicine, go to “Submit Manuscript to LSM” under the Member Services tab. You will be directed to the Wiley InterScience site where you will click on “Submit an Article” and register as a new user. For questions regarding manuscript submissions, contact: Beth Watson, Managing Editor Lasers in Surgery and Medicine Phone:

Member Newsletters All members are encouraged to submit an article or topic ideas for our newsletters. Stay up-to-date with:  The Society’s quarterly newsletter The Light Reader. Access by logging into Member Services, go to Member Services/Journal & Newsletter.  E-newsletters: Conference Tuesday and Member eNews on Thursday.

Continuing Education ASLMS is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) ASLMS offers Continuing Education (CE) Credits in conjunction with the Professional Medical Education Association Members receive discounts on conferences and courses! Visit and click on “Education” for more informationwww.aslms.org

Continuing Education Annual Conference The Annual Scientific Conference of the Society, held each spring, is the largest conference on laser and related technologies for medicine held in the United States. The Annual Conference is where the latest discoveries in lasers and energy based medicine applications and research papers are presented. Learn from the best of the best about the latest laser and energy-based medicine and surgery technologies, techniques, protocols and applications. Members receive discounted registration fees.

Online Learning FREE to Members Only – Light Talk Podcast Series Introduction to Medical Lasers and Other Energy Based Systems ($75 value). Log onto for more information.

Tech News Videos Videos of evolving applications of lasers and energy-based devices in a variety of specialty applications Visit Professional Development / Tech News Videos Tech News Videos Additional videos found on ASLMS YouTube channel ASLMS YouTube channel

Submit an Abstract You could be selected to join the scientists, researchers, allied health professionals, and clinicians who will present their work at the Annual Conference. Presenters’ work will appear in the internationally renowned ASLMS journal, Lasers in Surgery and Medicine Visit for additional details.

ASLMS annually sponsors a limited number of undergraduate, graduate, medical students and others working towards degrees in relevant fields of medicine, science, engineering, and nursing to attend the ASLMS Annual Conference. Visit aslms.org for additional details.aslms.org Travel Grants

Silent Auction Since 2006, ASLMS has held a Silent Auction in conjunction with the ASLMS Annual Conference. Net proceeds from the Silent Auction supports research projects designed to foster the development and use of lasers and other related technologies in medical and surgical applications. Can’t attend upcoming Annual Conference? Don’t worry - any items that do not receive winning bids onsite during the Conference will be placed online for bidding after the Conference.

Partnership with Industry The Industry Advisory Council (IAC) works with ASLMS to increase the value of Society membership, improve patient care by supporting research initiatives, and the clinical application of lasers and related technologies in medicine and surgery. Companies who exhibit at the Annual Conference and members of the IAC are invited to post their new products in the Industry section of aslms.org.Industry

Research Grant Program ASLMS supports research projects designed to foster the development and use of lasers and other related technologies in medical and surgical applications. Any individual or organization desiring to conduct research which fosters the development and/or use of lasers in medical or surgical applications is eligible to apply. Individuals who are applying can submit either as a student or non- student researcher. Photo courtesy of Beckman Laser Institute For more information visit Research Grants/Awards For more information visit Research Grants/Awards

Awards Each year at the Annual Conference, a number of prestigious awards are presented to individuals whose achievements have made a significant contribution to the field of lasers and energy-based devices for medicine. The award recipients are chosen from a pool of nominations. Caroline and William Mark Memorial Award Ellet H. Drake Memorial Award Leon Goldman Memorial Award Nursing / Allied Health Excellence Award Dr. Horace Furumoto Innovations Professional Development Awards: Distinguished Contributor Award Young Investigator Award For more information visit Research Grants/Awards For more information visit Research Grants/Awards

Dr. Horace Furumoto Innovations Professional Development Award The ASLMS is very pleased to administer the annual Dr. Horace Furumoto Innovations Professional Development Award. This award was founded by Candela Corporation, Cynosure, and DEKA to memorialize the genius, leadership, and commitment of Dr. Horace Furumoto. These firms have joined together to create an endowment which annually may award up to $10,000 to an individual(s) who displays the potential for leadership and innovation characterized by Dr. Furumoto. Horace Furumoto, Ph.D. For more information visit Research Grants/Awards For more information visit Research Grants/Awards

Bylaws Outlines the primary purpose and functioning of the organization. Code of Ethics Membership in the ASLMS implies that both physician as well as non-physician members maintain the highest ethical standards and adhere to the tenets, standards, and principles. Failure to uphold these tenets may subject the member to dismissal from the ASLMS. Governance For more information visit Governance under the Member Services tab on the ASLMS website.Governance For more information visit Governance under the Member Services tab on the ASLMS website.Governance

Executive Committee’s Responsibilities President Serves as chief elected officer of the organization and represents ASLMS to other organizations Presides over all meetings so the Board can accomplish it’s scheduled business –Start and ends the Board meeting on time –Makes sure discussion is limited to agenda topics only –Makes assignments/creates task forces as needed –Builds consensus among board members Assists staff with day to day interpretation of Board Policy Actively solicits agenda input from individual Board members

Executive Committee’s Responsibilities President-Elect Performs duties and exercise powers of President in the event of absence Committee appointments Provides leadership for operational and strategic planning

Executive Committee’s Responsibilities Vice President Serves as Membership Chair (review membership applications on a monthly basis) Selects Program Chair for the Annual Conference which will occur during his/her Presidency Chairs Membership Task Force

Executive Committee’s Responsibilities Historian Records and is familiar with Society’s history Provides a historical perspective for Board and staff consultation

Executive Committee’s Responsibilities Past President Assists the elected President as needed Serves as chair of the Nominating Committee Serves as chair of the Marketing and Public Relations Committee

Executive Committee’s Responsibilities Treasurer Oversees all funds and financial records Oversees the preparation of the annual budget for approval Presents financial report at Business Meeting Serves as financial consultant to staff Signs contracts over $25,000 Approves new expenditures not approved in the annual budget

Executive Committee’s Responsibilities Secretary Prepares Board meeting minutes Presents statistical reports at Business Meeting Responsible for monitoring compliance with all conflict of interest and disclosure requirements and shall report any noncompliance to the Board. Selects annual scientific conference venues

Board Division Representative Responsibilities Participate in Board discussions representing the division’s perspective. Communicate Board Policies and actions back to members of their division. Division categories:  Basic Science  Industrial/Marketing  Industrial R&D  Biomedical Engineering  Laser Safety  Laser Medicine  Laser Surgery  Nursing/Allied Health

ASLMS Committees Annual Conference Program Audit Awards Constitution and Bylaws Education, Standards and Innovations Ethics and Conflict of Interest Finance Fundraising Human Resources International Affairs Investment Marketing and Public Relations Membership Nominating Research and Development Social Media Web Strategy Women in Energy-Based Devices Early Career If you are interested in participating on a Committee, please contact the ASLMS Central Office If you are interested in participating on a Committee, please contact the ASLMS Central Office

Become an ASLMS Fellow Fellowship status is granted to members who qualify by their activities and who have been members in good standing for a period of two (2) years. Fellows must accumulate a minimum of two (2) points in each three (3) year period in order to maintain Fellow status. For more information regarding Fellow status, contact the ASLMS Central Office ActivityPoints Attend Annual Conference or regional course2.0 Attend pre-conference course and/or serve as Faculty at Society sponsored educational activity 1.0 Committee participation0.5 Publish paper in Society’s journal1.0 Serve as Reviewer for Lasers in Surgery and Medicine journal0.5 Author/Co-Author Paper Presented at Annual Conference0.5 Member-Get-A-Member referrals resulting in three or more members0.5 Participate as Preceptor0.5 Other Activity Approved by the Board (As determined)

ASLMS Central Office Staff

ASLMS Staff Executive Director Dianne Dalsky - (FTE with ASLMS since 1985) Responsible for the administration and operation of the Society Supports and implements policies, programs, and procedures established by the Board Provides leadership for the development and implementation of administrative procedures Responsible for the financial management of the ASLMS Coordinates Human Resource function

ASLMS Staff Associate Executive Director JoAnn Janikowski - (FTE with ASLMS since 2015) Support the Executive Director in the administration and operation of the Society Supports and implements policies, programs, and procedures established by the Board Coordinates Human Resource function Administers annual Silent Auction Supports Industry Advisory Council activities including acquisition and retention of members Acquires industry sponsorship for ASLMS activities

ASLMS Staff Accounting Specialist Paula Deffner - (.75 FTE with ASLMS since 2007) Prepares financial reports Responsible for accounts payable Responsible for annual charitable registrations Assist with preparation of annual budget Monthly reconciliation of ASLMS accounts

ASLMS Staff Member and Customer Service Specialist Diane Dodds - (FTE with ASLMS since 2007) Telephone and general communications including Annual Conference registration inquiries Manages membership application process Administers membership recruitment/retention activities Administers Member-Get-A-Member and activity points program

ASLMS Staff Marketing & Communications Manager Andrea Alstad – (FTE with ASLMS since 2014) Develops society content Formulates marketing and communication strategies Develops membership communication and programs Leads website and mobile app development

ASLMS Staff Communications Specialist Stephanie Grauden – (FTE with ASLMS since 2014) Identifies and writes relevant content for electronic and print distribution Graphic design and production Manages, builds and measures online communities Implements public relations strategies

ASLMS Staff Education Manager Beth Bartelt - (FTE with ASLMS since 2015) Advises the Program Chair/Program and Education Committee to develop and implement educational programs at the Annual Conference Ensures compliance with CME regulations to maintain ACCME accreditation Coordinates Annual Conference abstract and travel grant programs Develops ongoing ePoster program and coordinates audiovisual requirements for educational programs at Annual Conference

ASLMS Staff Conference Specialist Corri Marschall - (FTE with ASLMS since 2004) Researches and negotiates contracts for Annual Conference facilities Organizes on-site Annual Conference logistics with facility Processes scientific Annual Conference abstracts Processes CME credits/CE contact hours for educational programs Assists with the preparation of Annual Conference budget

ASLMS Staff Education and Event Specialist Desiree Van Berkel– (FTE with ASLMS since 2014) Coordinates regional educational activities Assists with conference venue event orders for Annual Conference and other regional educational activities Assists with online education program Assists with speaker audiovisual upload system and COI disclosure program Assists with compilation of continuing education evaluation results

Remember, this is your Society! Become an active member. If you would like more information, or are interested in serving on a committee, please contact the Central Office. (715) Toll Free (877) Remember, this is your Society! Become an active member. If you would like more information, or are interested in serving on a committee, please contact the Central Office. (715) Toll Free (877)