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American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition

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The American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN) is a US-based professional organization. Its members include dieticians, nurses, pharmacists, physicians and scientists who are involved in providing clinical nutrition to patients.

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ASPEN was founded in 1976. It has over 6,000 members. Its stated mission is, "to improve patient care by advancing the science and practice of clinical nutrition and metabolism."

The society runs an annual conference, "Clinical Nutrition Week".

Journals

  • Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition
  • Nutrition in Clinical Practice

    • Publications

  • A.S.P.E.N. Adult Nutrition Support Core Curriculum, 2nd Edition
  • A.S.P.E.N. Pediatric Nutrition Support Core Curriculum
  • Enteral Nutrition Handbook
  • Parenteral Nutrition Handbook
  • Pediatric Nutrition Support Handbook
  • A.S.P.E.N. Patient Education Manual

    • References

    American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition Wikipedia
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