NEW MEMBER

This Is Where You Belong

The core of the ACOS community — the surgeons who show up at Conclave, serve on committees, and represent the profession they have chosen. If you have completed a surgical residency and hold an active license, your place is here.

Eligibility

For fully licensed osteopathic and ACGME-trained surgeons who have completed an accredited surgical residency.

Graduate of an AOA or LCME-accredited college of osteopathic medicine

Completed an AOA or ACGME-accredited surgical residency

Fully licensed to practice medicine in your state or jurisdiction

U.S.-based practice

ALSO QUALIFY UNDER THIS CATEGORY

U.S. Military / Public Health Service members and Member Not Practicing (MNP) may join directly at their applicable rate — without the standard New Member rate. Dual membership rates are available after the first year. Contact Membership Services for details.

Member Benefits

Continuing Education

Reduced CME rates and annual board review course access.

Member Community

Online platform to connect and network with osteopathic surgeons across every specialty.

Awards & Recognition

Eligibility for ACOS honors and scientific recognition programs.

Advocacy Voice

Representation on federal, regulatory, and accreditation issues that shape your specialty.

Member Pricing

Reduced rates on conferences, programs, and ACOS events.

Publications

Journal of Multi-Disciplinary Surgery, ACOS News, and Inside Surgery Today.

Patient Brochure

A practice tool for communicating the osteopathic surgical training and D.O. advantage to patients.

Your Path to Fellowship

Members who meet service criteria may apply for the FACOS designation after their first year.

Investment

Prorated Dues

New members join at the New Member rate of $311 in year one. If joining mid-year, dues are prorated by quarter. Beginning in year two, the standard Member rate of $627 applies at renewal.

Quarter Joined	%	Dues
Q1 — July–September	100%	$311.00
Q2 — October–December	75%	$233.25
Q3 — January–March	50%	$155.50
Q4 — April–June	25%	$77.75

Annual renewal rate for year 2: $627. Contact Membership Services to confirm any applicable section dues for your specialty.

Application Process

You’ve completed your training. You hold your license. ACOS is the community built for surgeons like you.

Complete the Application — Download or request the New Member application. Complete all sections and follow the return instructions listed on the application.
Submit Supporting Documentation — Required documentation is listed in the application. Gather and submit all items together with your completed application.
Submit Dues Payment — Include prorated dues for the current quarter with your application. Payment instructions are included in the application form.
Welcome to the College — Member ID, welcome package, and full benefit access upon approval — approx. 30–45 days.

Ready to Join?

If you meet the eligibility requirements, your place in the ACOS community is here. Contact Membership Services to request an application.

Questions?

membership@facos.org
(800) 888-1312
Mon–Fri · 8:30 AM–4:30 PM ET