ChaptersThe Value of SAS International & SAS ChaptersThe chapters of the SAS, International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery, are an essential component in linking members throughout the world. SAS chapters are bringing the networking advantages of SAS affiliation within every member's reach. The SAS started adding chapters in 2004 with the KOSAS-Korean SAS Chapter. In 2007 we added the Chinese Chapter and we recently added the Middle East and India Chapters which both started in 2008. The purpose of the SAS chapters is to provide a local forum for your personal and professional development; provide an opportunity to network with your local spine community, gather information on how others are handling spine issues, various spine procedures and policies, build relationships and contacts with other spine professionals from your area. Membership in an SAS chapter is separate and apart from membership in the SAS. SAS ChaptersIf you are a member of one of the SAS Chinese, India, Korean or Middle East chapters, we encourage you to become a member of SAS! Please contact your local chapter to get a special membership application for a reduced fee for the SAS membership. Benefits of Being a Member in your Local SAS Chapter and SAS International?Membership in an SAS chapter means access to a local network of spine professionals in your community that can broaden your skills and make you more valuable to your organization. There are resources and services available through SAS that local chapters can’t possibly duplicate, and there are resources and services available through your local chapter that SAS can’t provide. Maximize your opportunities by becoming a member of SAS and your local chapter. It’s a winning combination! Frequently Asked Questions:Q: As a member of my local chapter, am I automatically an SAS member?A: No. To join SAS, please visit our Membership section. Q: How do I join a chapter or obtain more information on a chapter?A: Contact the chapter by emailing the chapter contact. Chapter contact information can be found in the Chapters section above. Q: As an SAS member, am I automatically a member of a local chapter?A: No. SAS membership is separate from membership in your local chapter. To become a member of your local chapter, you will need to apply for membership directly with that particular chapter. Please click here for the Chapters links. Q: I have questions that aren’t listed, who can I talk to?A: For any further questions regarding chapters and/or SAS membership, please contact: Heather Howard, Director of Operations, SAS at: heather@spinearthroplasty.org or call: 1-817-460-5200
SAS Mission StatementThe Spine Arthroplasty Society (SAS), The International Society for the Advancement of Spine Surgery, is a global, scientific society organized to provide an independent venue to address and discuss the issues involved with all aspects of basic and clinical science of motion preservation, biologics, innovative new technologies and minimally invasive spine surgery. SAS is dedicated to advancing a major evolutionary step in spine surgery – restoring pain-free mobility. | 
