Aerospace Medical Association
Aerospace Medical Association
The Aerospace Medical Association (AsMA) is an international, professional organization in the field of aerospace medicine. It is dedicated to enhancing health, safety, and performance of individuals involved in aerospace and related activities.
Pronunciation
Aerospace Medical Association is pronounced as /ˈeɪrəˌspeɪs ˈmɛdɪkəl əˌsoʊsiˈeɪʃən/.
Etymology
The term "Aerospace Medical Association" is derived from the words "aerospace", which refers to the earth's atmosphere and the space beyond, and "medical association", which refers to a professional body of individuals who practice medicine.
Related Terms
- Aerospace Medicine: The medical specialty concerned with the determination and maintenance of the health, safety, and performance of persons involved in air and space travel.
- Aviation Medicine: A branch of medicine that deals with the health and safety of those involved in flying aircraft.
- Space Medicine: A branch of medicine that deals with the health and safety of astronauts in space.
- Aeromedical Evacuation: The use of aircraft for moving patients to and from healthcare facilities and accident scenes.
- Aeromedical Examination: A medical test for those who are applying for or holding a pilot's license.
See Also
- Aerospace Medical Association Journal
- Aerospace Medical Association Annual Scientific Meeting
- Aerospace Medical Certification Subsystem
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Aerospace Medical Association
- Wikipedia's article - Aerospace Medical Association
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