Annual Membership Dues. There will be an annual membership fee to be determined by recommendation of the Membership Committee and approved by the Board of Trustees. In determining the annual fee, the Board will consider prevailing market rates. The membership year will coincide with the Academy’s fiscal year, beginning January 1 and ending December 31. Membership dues are not refundable and not transferable, unless approved by the Executive Director.

If a member fails to pay the applicable annual membership fee on or before January 1, their membership shall be automatically suspended until the dues have been paid in full, plus a $100 reinstatement fee. If the membership has lapsed for more than two years, the member must reapply, pay the application fee, and the application must go through the new member approval process.  During any period of suspension, the suspended member shall not enjoy any of the rights or privileges of membership.

As part of their membership fee, current members will receive the meeting / program announcements, an annual subscription to the American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery, and other such benefits as determined by the Board of Trustees. Emeritus and Honorary Members shall not be obligated to pay any membership dues. Resident members who have completed their residency and/or fellowship program will be eligible for discounted New Surgeon dues for their first year following completion of their program.

Initiation Fee. An individual may apply for Academy membership at any time, by submitting a current application form with the requisite backup, along with an initiation fee appropriate for the membership level sought. Should the application process not be completed by the individual, any fees paid will remain the property of the Academy.

Applications for membership will be reviewed by the Membership Committee and Board of Trustees on a monthly basis.