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The Association of Medical Illustrators (AMI) inspires a diverse community of innovators in biomedical visualization to apply their creativity, scientific expertise, and communication skills to make a difference in the world, to advance scientific discovery, and to improve health literacy. There are 5 categories of membership to best fit your career path: Professional, Associate, Student, Trial and Emeritus.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP WITHIN THE AMI

For over 75 years, the AMI has been bringing together biomedical visual communicators through career growth opportunities, professional development, and credibility by providing a diverse community of like-minded creative experts, educational engagement resources and opportunities, support for certification, and space for exchange of information and ideas.

AMI members gain access to a wide-range of benefits, varying only slightly by membership type. To view a quick reference of benefits available, view the Benefits Comparison Grid.

We invite you to join our collaborative global community.

The AMI is a diverse group of professionals who use visual problem-solving skills to advance knowledge about medicine and the life sciences. Our members generously share experience, inspiration, and tools for individual success across disciplines. We uphold the highest standards of professionalism and abide by a code of ethics.

There are 5 categories of membership to best fit your career path:

Professional Member


Professional members are actively involved in the development and production of visual communications for medicine and the life sciences. . Medical illustration may include not only direct production of visuals (illustrations, animations, models, interactive media) but also consultation, content creation, education, direction, and administration. Learn more about becoming a Professional Member.


Associate Member


Associate members work in professions related to visual communication for medicine and the life sciences and collaborate with those described in the Professional Member category. These allied professionals are interested in the advancement of scientific visualization.

Associate membership is also a great category for aspiring medical illustrators who have an interest in joining the field. Learn more about becoming an Associate Member.


Trial Member


Trial membership is a special one-year membership for those who want to learn more about the AMI. Because trial membership is for those wanting to explore the benefits of members, trial members may not vote, hold office, or exhibit in the annual salon, but are eligible for many other member benefits, including use of the member-only portion of the website. Learn more about becoming a Trial Member.


Student Member


Student membership is open to any student currently enrolled in an art or science baccalaureate or graduate program. Learn more about becoming a Student Member.


Emeritus Member


Emeritus status is a special recognition of long-time members as an appreciation for their continued support and contribution to the profession. Members who have been in good standing for 30 years and have reached the age of 65 are eligible for Emeritus status.Learn more about becoming an Emeritus Member.<


If you have questions or would like to speak to someone regarding which member type is the best fit, please contact headquarters at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 1-866-393-4264.

Membership has its benefits! Join today to further your professional development and connect with a welcoming community of peers.

 

Benefits
Professional $335
Associate $335
Student $125
Trial $100
Listing in Find A Medical Illustrator on ami.org      
Profile in the AMI Members HUB
Access to communities in the HUB
AMI News Articles (monthly on the HUB)
Job Notices on the HUB
Weekly eNews Blast
Public Relations Advice from AMI
Access to Members-Only content
Mentoring Program         
Access to Person-to-Person Job Service
Invitations to Regional/Member-Only Events
AMI Online Learning Webinars
Updates on Legislative & Copyright Issues
Discounted Fees for AMI Annual Meeting
Enter Artwork in Annual Meeting Exhibition  
Discounted CMI Renewal Fees  
Serve on AMI Committees  
Professional Association Identity  
Be Considered for Fellow of the AMI (FAMI)  
Access to AMI Medical Illustration Business Practices Book    
Access to AMI Salary & Pricing Survey Data    
Access to Sample Contracts & Business Forms    
Service Award Recognition    
Vote and be Elected to Office      


For information about membership contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 866-393-4AMI.

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Were you an AMI member in 2022? Click here to renew your membership.

Rejoining the AMI after 1 or more years? Click here to reinstate your membership.

Click here for the online Membership Application for new members.

AMI inspires a diverse community of innovators in biomedical visualization to apply their creativity, scientific expertise, and communication skills to make a difference in the world, to advance scientific discovery, and to improve health literacy. There are 5 categories of membership to best fit your career path: Professional, Associate, Student, Trial and Emeritus.

 

 

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