Member Benefits
AGS is committed to keeping its members up-to-date on developments and issues in geriatrics by providing professional development programs and services. The following is a list of informational and educational tools, resources and benefits that help AGS members stay abreast of new research, clinical innovations and policy initiatives.
- Subscriptions* and online access to:
- Weekly AGS listserv updates on topics of interest in Public Policy, Education, Clinical and Research topics via the AGS Week in Review
- Quarterly subscription to the AGS newsletter
- Complimentary copy of Geriatrics At Your Fingertips **
- Discounts on AGS products and publications
- Access to MYAGS, our members-only website where members can access:
- One click access to the JAGS
- AGS Coding Corner
- AGS Practice Management Toolkit
- AGS Membership Directory
- AGS Media Toolkit
- AGS Member Forums
- Recertification Support
- Board & Committee Resources
- Information & Applications to get involved in AGS
- And Much More…
- Reduced registration fees for the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting, and opportunities to participate in activities at the meeting
- Representation in Washington. Through the AGS Washington Office, the AGS works closely with federal government and other health related organizations to help shape public policy.
- Networking opportunities with over 6,400 physicians and other health care professionals, and access to up-to-date member contact information via the online Membership Directory
- Opportunity to join special membership committees, sections, and special interest groups focusing on specific areas in geriatrics.
- Access to a variety of FREE Public Education Resources through the AGS Foundation for Health in Aging
- Ability to search a comprehensive set of career openings nationwide as well as submit and store a job profile and CV online through AGS’ Career Connection
- Eligibility to compete in national award programs recognize outstanding physicians for a variety of accomplishments, including teaching, research, patient care, preventive medicine, public service, and community service.
- Eligibility for Fellowship Status of the American Geriatrics Society, placing members in a specially recognized group of healthcare providers who are dedicated to continuing education in geriatrics, teaching and research
- Opportunity to participate in the FHA Geriatrics Healthcare Professional Referral Service
*Student & Resident E-Members get access to online issues of AGS journals
** Resident and Student members are eligible for a free download of GAYF for PDAs*.
*GAYF is currently being updated from PDA format to a SmartPhone application. Student and Resident members should check back in October 2010 to download the free GAYF SmartPhone application.
Benefits Especially Designed for Student, Residents & Fellows-in-Training Members of the AGS:
- Free download of Geriatrics At Your Fingertips for PDAs
- Online Journal Subscriptions to:
- Quarterly updates via the AGS Trainee Listserv
- Special invitation to participate in special Student and Resident activities at the AGS Annual Scientific Meeting
- Opportunity to participate in the AGS Mentoring Programs, a great chance for you to meet with a senior geriatrics faculty member to discuss ideas about starting an academic career, locating research funding, learning more about geriatric practice and administration, or balancing career demands with a successful family life
