Allan Lumis presented the Strategic plan for his term as president starting next year. There will possibly be a number of changes in the AmSECT committees to streamline and reorganize to better meet the societies needs. This move will help control costs associated with the meeting. The national meeting will still offer several tracks, but the convention committee will offer more free time due to complaints about the format in Phoenix. The Government Relations Committee is still committed to supporting the state perfusion societies and the process of licensure.
Financial assistance is available to state societies who wish to pursue the process.
The number of active AmSECT members stands at 1817. Region 5 - You should have received willingness to serve forms to the office of Regional President. We have had several inquiries to date. Please contact Jan Aukerman or myself, if you are interested in running for this important position. Region 5 - I would like to thank Jan for his leadership the past several years as the president of the region.