About ACP
The ACP, American College of Phlebology, is the premiere association for physicians and allied health professionals working in the field of phlebology.
The College not only acts as a forum for physicians and other health professionals to exchange medical knowledge, it also offers education and training, and seeks to improve the standards of medical practitioners and the quality of patient care.
The American College of Phlebology (ACP) is comprised of over 2000 phlebology professionals who are setting the pace and direction for the growth of the field of phlebology. With an average annual growth rate of approximately 15% over the past five years, the ACP, through the efforts of its members, is making a significant impact on the specialty of phlebology.
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ACP Membership Profile*
Characteristics of ACP Members
- 77.0% of members are male
- The average age of members is 50 years with 35.5% falling in the 45-54 year age range and 30.1% falling in the 55-64 year age range
- 76.6% of members are MDs
- 82.3% of members are in private practice
- 87.0% of members practice in the United States
Membership by Specialty
(as of June 1, 2008)
32% Phlebology
1% Plastic Surgery
2% Gynecology & Obstetrics
6% Family/General Practice
11% Other
8% Dermatology/Dermatologic Surgery
17% Vascular Surgery
12% General Surgery
10% Interventional Radiology
1% Internal Cardio/CardiovascularPatient Volume and Net Income From Practice
In a recent member survey, two-thirds of ACP members (66.2%) indicated that patient volume is trending up. Approximately half of respondents (50.2%) also indicated an upward trend in net income from their practices.
Membership Categories
- U.S. Physician Members: 73.0%
- U.S. Non-Physician Members: 14.6%
- International Members: 12.4%
Primary Reasons for Joining the ACP
- Training & Knowledge: 70.6%
- Educational Programs: 69.7%
- Improve Diagnosis & Treatment of Vein Disease: 63.0%
Meetings & Exhibits
A recent member survey indicated that 75.7% of our members plan to attend one or more ACP meetings in 2008 with 59.9% planning to attend the Annual Congress.
*Selected results from the ACP’s 2007 Membership Survey.