AAWC News

New AAWC Membership Database Released

The AAWC seeks to stay current with the newest technology. In this regard, we are pleased to announce the new AAWC Membership Database via MemberClicks. This new database, available on the AAWC website, will keep membership information safe and secure. Members will find enhanced tools for maintaining personal profiles, processing check and credit card dues payments, and providing timely receipts. The Members-Only portal is now available through the membership database where all member benefits are accessed with the same secure login. 

SAWC Fall in Las Vegas

Join the AAWC at SAWC Fall at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas, NV from October 7–9, 2016. AAWC members receive an extra 20% discount on registration fees. 

In addition to the 40 new educational sessions provided at SAWC Fall, AAWC continues to provide unique, informative programs for all those attending SAWC. 

Please join AAWC on Saturday, October 8 for the following events: 

• AAWC Celebration of Membership Meeting at 8:00 a.m.
• AAWC Global Volunteers (Session 31) at 4:10 p.m.
• AAWC Research Poster Grand Rounds (Session 34) at 5:30 p.m.
• AAWC Speaker Training  (Session 35) at 6:30 p.m.

Plan to visit AAWC at Booth #603, where you can:

• Meet the AAWC staff and network with fellow members;
• Find applications and free samples of the AAWC educational brochures;
• Discuss Global Volunteers, Speakers Bureau, and Scholarship opportunities; 
• Purchase Wound Images on CD, the discounted SAWC price is only $25 per CD; and
• Learn about open positions on the 2017 AAWC Board of Directors and consider nominating yourself or someone else.  

About AAWC 

AAWC is the largest, not-for-profit membership organization in the United States dedicated to interprofessional wound healing and tissue preservation. AAWC’s mission is to advance the care of people with and at risk for wounds. The Association’s focus is on education, public policy, and the application of evidence-based wound care practice. AAWC offers membership and associated benefits to everyone involved in wound care, including clinicians and other healthcare professionals, patients, lay-caregivers, clinics/facilities, corporations, students, retirees, and advocates. Learn more about financial and other benefits, activities and programs, and/or join at www.aawconline.org. 

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