Explore Membership
EAST provides leadership and development for early-and mid-career surgeons active in the acute surgical management of the ill and injured patient. EAST fosters a collaborative environment that supports career development, education, and professional growth, while welcoming professionals from all areas of trauma care.
As a member, you gain access to a network of more than 3,800 professionals committed to advancing trauma and acute care surgery. Our members include trauma and acute care surgeons, burn surgeons, emergency physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and medical students, among many others.
Join EAST and take the next step in your professional journey. Applications are accepted between July 1 and November 15.
Explore Membership
Join EAST
Join EAST! Applications are accepted annually between July 1 and November 15. Find information regarding membership types, eligibility requirements, and annual dues here.
Member Services
Manage your profile, find a colleague, and access other resources and content for members only. You'll also find notifications regarding calls for abstracts and committee appointments.
Member Benefits
Learn about the volunteer opportunities EAST offers. Serve on a committee, participate in the Mentoring Program, or collaborate with researchers in an EAST Multicenter Trial. These are just a few of the ways to get involved.
Renew Your Membership
Membership is renewed annually in the Fall. We hope that you'll join us for another year of unique leadership, educational, and career development programs. Renew by December 31st.
Member Videos
Check out member videos to learn about the many benefits of EAST membership and how to get involved.
Speakers Bureau
Join the growing list of members who speak at local, national, and international conferences. Need a speaker? Visit the EAST Membership Directory and find your next presenter today.
Connect on Social Media
Follow EAST for breaking news, reminders, relevant articles, and all the stories in between.
Bylaws, Policies & Agreements
Reference the EAST Bylaws as well as the policies and agreements EAST members and those participating in EAST sponsored meetings are expected to abide by.
Prospective Members
EAST is the only professional association dedicated to the development of the early and mid-career trauma surgeon. We welcome applications from junior surgeons with an interest and training in trauma and acute care surgery, established surgeons who might serve as their mentors and ancillary care providers who support this endeavor. Medical students and physicians from other countries are also welcome to join.
Watch the video from EAST Member, Dr. Kelley Sookraj, about the many opportunities EAST offers and catch more Member Videos. Then visit the Join EAST page to learn more about the qualifications for membership and apply.