The Natural Medicine Journal is the official journal of the American Association of Naturopathic Physicians. This highly respected publication discusses advances in the field of naturopathic medicine including the most recent research in the field.

Evidence Based Complimentary and Alternative Medicine (eCAM), is an open source publication that is available for peer review online. The focus of this journal is the combination of standard medical practices in conjunction with non-traditional ones like herbal supplements and acupuncture.

The Association for Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges gives a list of accredited colleges in the United States, links to alternative medicine resources and a number of current and past webinars discussing the field of alternative medicine from a student perspective.

BMC Complementary & Alternative Medicine is another open source journal that is available for perusal by professional naturopathic doctors and students. It focuses on use of non traditional means as replacements for conventional ones and emphasizes biological response, cost and implementation procedure.

The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine is a government sponsored organization that is a part of the National Institute of Health. It offers a comprehensive alphabetical index of naturopathic topics of interest, a regularly updated research blog and extensive information regarding research grants and financial awards available for students.

Biochemistry

Biomedical Central provides free, original research articles through its online database of specified journals. These publications cover a range of biomedical subjects including genomics, retrovirology and biology.

PubMed offers access to the National Institute of Medicine’s MEDLINE database of journals, books and publications about biomedical subjects. In addition, PubMed provides links to full-text articles, specific research tools and consumer health information.

The Journal of Biological Chemistry is the official publication of the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, and is designed to promote research into the biological processes of medicine at the cellular and molecular levels. Also provided by the site are a number of teaching resources including videos and powerpoint presentations.

The Research Collaboratory for Structural Bioinformatics provides an interactive Protein Data Bank that allows students and professionals to identify biochemical proteins by organism, release date, polymer type and other specific qualities.

Cardiology

The American Heart Association is a wealth of information concerning heart issues such as heart disease, heathy living and caregiving for heart related conditions. Also included is a heart and stroke encyclopedia in both English and Spanish, as well as a link to the American Stroke Association.

The National Heart, Lung, Blood Institute website provides heart health information in the form of tutorials, interactive assessments, recipes and food fact sheets. This site is designed for the layperson, but many areas are specifically geared towards students and professionals.

The Journal of American College of Cardiology is just one of the many cardiac journals offered by the American College of Cardiology. They also provide specialty journals such as Cardiovascular ImagingCardiovascular Interventions and Heart Failure.

The University of Maryland Children’s Hospital has a list of links to pediatric cardiology resources available on the internet including the Children’s Heart Foundationand the Children’s Cardiomyopathy Foundation.

Dermatology

The American Academy of Dermatology gives both public and professional information about skin care, disease and other related topics. Their professional and student section also includes physician topics, continuing education opportunities and scholarships.

The American Board of Dermatology is another professional organization that focuses on research, training and accreditation. Its three main areas of dermatopathology, pediatric dermatology and procedural dermatology are all areas that can be board certified by this organization. Testing dates and preparation classes are also available through the site.

Brent D. Wainwrights research paper entitled Clinically Relevant Dermatology Resources and the Internet: An Introductory Guide for Practicing Physicians is an excellent resource for dermatology students and professionals. It provides a relevant discussion about the increase of internet sources for research and a list of reliable journals and websites.

The Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology is a highly regarded journal that proffers articles by area of specialty, podcasts and outside links to bothPubMed and The Online Mendelian Inheritance in Man project (OMIM).

Dental Medicine

The American Dental Association includes information for dentists and patients regarding all types of oral medicine. It is a very comprehensive site that includes research, teaching tools and a directory of certified dentists.

The American College of Prosthodontists is a professional organization that specialized in functional and aesthetic dentistry through the use of dental implants, dentures, crowns, tooth whitening and veneers.

The American Dental Board of Anesthesiology is dedicated to the triaining and maintenance of standards in dental anesthesiology. Their focus in on certifying dentists and providing continuing education in this field.

The American Dental Hygienists Association is designed to provide further instruction and support for hygienists. The website provides a free online publication,Access Magazine which discusses pertinent information such as pediatric dental hygiene, ultrasonic care and product updates.

Endocrinology

The Hormone Foundation, a part of the Endocrine Society, gives extensive information regarding prevention, treatment and care of hormonal conditions.

The American Association for Clinical Endocrinologists incudes links to their publications, continuing education and certification standards.

The Journal of Endocrinology is a peer-reviewed journal that discusses a myriad of issues dealing with the molecular, biochemical and physiological impacts of endocrine-related pathologies.

The National Endocrine and Metabolic Diseases Information Service is another government sponsored program that gives detailed information about endocrine and metabolic related diseases. It also includes links to patient organizations, government agencies and additional outside resources.

Geriatrics/Gerontology

The Administration on Aging Elders & Families is a segment of the US Department of Health and Human Services. The site is designed to help the elderly and their caregivers to find information on a number of age-related topics as well as financial assistance.


The American Geriatrics Society website gives clinical standards for research, a comprehensive list of qualified physicians, and links to its public information organization, the AGS Foundation for Health in Aging.

Clinical Geriatrics is the professional journal of the American Geriatrics Society. It includes relevant clinical drug trials, legislative action and webcasts covering a variety of related topics.

The Gerontological Society of America is one of the foremost associations in this field. This site provides links to publications, job opportunities and scholarship and mentoring programs for students doing gerontological studies.

Gynecology

The National Women’s Health Information Center of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services offers information on women’s health topics, organizations, publications and funding opportunities.

The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology is one of the oldest specialty organizations in America. On its website, you will find public resources, links to credible online resources and a comprehensive list of certified OB/GYN physicians.

The Foundation for Excellence in Women’s Health Care provides numerous opportunities for collaboration and study within the female health field including board certification classes, symposiums and research grants.

The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology is considered to premiere journal for the gynecological community. Its groundbreaking research is viewed by over 40,000 professionals and students each year.

Nursing

The National Student Nurses Association is an excellent resource for finding jobs, verifying accreditation or connecting with other nursing students. It also has an extensive resource page complete with lists of award opportunities, preparation guides for nursing exams and educational development resources.

The Association for Critical-Care Nurses is a specialty organization that provides critical-care nurses with support and best practice standards for maintaining professional behavior in this high stress environment.

The National Guideline Clearinghouse(tm) (NGC) is a database created by the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) (formerly the Agency for Health Care Policy and Research [AHCPR]), in partnership with the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Association of Health Plans (AAHP). This database gives nurses and other health care professionals clear standards for clinical practices and research methodology.

Optometry

The American Optometric Student Association is specifically designed for students to collaborate with others in the field. It also provides a detailed list of approved colleges, information about internship placement and opportunities for leadership.

The American Optometric Association gives members access to workshops, promotional supplies and legislative fact sheets. These benefits also include a comprehensive guide to accredited college programs and financial aid.

For minority students interested in optometry, the National Optometric Association is dedicated to the development of diversity in the field. This association provides minority students with financial aid, job placement and continuing support throughout their careers.

Optometry and Vision Science is the journal of the American Academy of Optometry. Its goal is to connect the work of vision scientists with profession eye physicians, and build upon its astounding 75-year reputation as the leading journal in the field.

Pediatrics

The American Academy of Pediatrics provides information about child safety, development and a number of health related issues.

The National Institute of Child Health and Development collects information on the health of US children. This wealth of information is enhanced by additional public resources on over 100 child health topics and current clinical trials.

The University of Iowa created the Virtual Pediatric Hospital in order to assist health care providers and patients. It offers a wealth of information by actual pediatricians through the use of text books, anatomical diagrams and media elements.

Pediatrics is the official journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics. It is the industry leader in research, education and collaboration among American pediatricians.

Psychiatry and Psychology

The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry offers information for patients and families of children suffering from mental health issues. The resource also includes a glossary of terms, information about choosing a certified psychiatrist and recent clinical research.

Another specialty psychiatry area of importance is focused on by the American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry. This is the only organization that is specifically designed to educate psychiatrists working with age-related mental illness patients. It also offers a professional journal, The American Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry.

The American Psychological Association (APA) is the most reliable psychological resource for both students and professionals. They provide a scholarship search, access to a number of excellent specialty publications and links to the national internship matching service.

The Association for Psychology and Postdoctoral and Internship Centers (APPIC) is an invaluable college tool, as it provides a specific matching service to ensure an internship experience that complies with your school’s standards.

Urology

The American Urological Association 
provide information on a variety of information topics such as pediatric urology, urological disorders and best practices for patient care.

The American Society for Reproductive Medicine disseminates cutting edge research, continuing education and opportunities to meet with other reproductive professionals. It also offers information that spans both reproductive and urological pathologies.

The website for The American Association of Clinical Urologists has a comprehensive bank of data including legislative proceedings affecting the industry, links to local and state resources and current job listings.

The Journal of Urology is a dynamic website that features images, video and online articles to support the continuing education of urological professionals. It also includes abstracts of the association meetings to keep member updated with recent changes.