Allergies and Infectious Diseases

American Lyme Disease Foundation
Provides reliable and scientifically accurate information to the public and the health care provider.

CDC National Prevention Information Network
The U.S. national reference, referral and distribution service for information on HIV and AIDS, STDs and TB.

CenterWatch Clinical Trials Testing Service
A resource both for patients interested in participating in clinical trials and for research professionals.

DHAP HIV/AIDS Surveillance Report
Contains tabular, graphic and statistical information about U.S. AIDS and HIV case reports.

National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
Provides latest news, research information, activities and opportunities.

National Organization for Rare Disorders
NORD is committed to the identification, treatment, and cure of rare disorders through programs of education, advocacy, research, and service.

Alternative Medicine

American Holistic Health Association
Includes resources and networking lists, searchable database of holistic practitioners and articles from the AHHA newsletter. 

American Holistic Medical Association
Includes information on holistic medicine, a doctor finder and consumers' newsletter.  

CAM on PubMed
National Institutes of Health site on alternative and complementary medicine.

National Institute of Ayurvedic Medicine
Largest and most authentic source of information on traditional Indian medicine in the U.S.

Qi: The Journal of Traditional Eastern Health & Fitness
Principles and types of Chinese medicine including acupuncture, message, qigong, tai-chi and more. Includes products, research and links and articles from the journal Qi. 

WholeHealthMD
Provides advice from physicians about integrating conventional medicine with alternative therapies and supplements.

Cardiology

American Heart Association
Official site dedicated to providing education and information on fighting heart disease and strokes.

The Human Heart: An Online Exploration
Explains and illustrates the development and structure of the heart, as well as, vessels, blood body systems and history.

Chiropractic

American Chiropractic Association
Site contains information on chiropractic, research, how to find a chiropractor, government, media, publications, products and services.

Chiropractic Online Today
Providing chiropractic and health care information since 1995. Includes discussion board, referrals and school.

Consumer Health Links

CAPHIS: Consumer and Patient Health Information Section
On the Medical Library Association's site.

Go Ask Alice
Health Info for young adults.

Healthfinder
Basic health info from the Dept of Health & Human Services.

MyOptumHealth
Medical information that is easy to read and understand.

National Committee For Quality Assurance
Site has HMO ratings.

NOAH
Consumer health info on a wide variety of topics.

Quack Watch
A guide to health fraud and quackery.

Dentistry

American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Information on commonly asked questions with easy to understand answers and illustrations. Includes facts, training programs, media, information tips and software.

American Dental Association
News, research and clinical issues, patients and consumers education and a "shopping mall".

Save Your Smile
The Web's #1 source of information for your dental health. Includes canker sore and bad breath relief center.

Dermatology 

American Academy of Dermatology
Information for patients and physicians, finding a dermatologist, hot topics and links to Acne Net and Melanoma Net.

Electronic Textbook of Dermatology
Easy to follow index of dermatological disorders, with information and treatments.

Diet and Nutrition

Ask the Dietitian
Q and A in alphabetical order by topic. Includes calculator to find your healthy body weight and calorie intake.

Food and Drug Administration
Official site of the USFDA, includes index, search FAQs, dockets and international affairs.

Food and Nutrition Information Center
Part of the National Agricultural Library. You may access their resources lists and databases as well as many other food and nutrition related links.

NutritionData's Nutrition Facts Analyzer
NutritionData generates nutrition facts labels and provides simplified nutritional analyses for all foods and recipes. ND tells you what's good and bad about the foods you eat, and helps you select foods that best meet your dietary needs.

USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference
Simple searches using one keyword. Gives extensive nutritional information on many products, including many name brand products.

Gastroenterology

American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Primarily for physicians, this site also has patient information and a directory of endoscopists.

Atlas of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy
Hundreds of photos of the entire gastrointestinal system, including the most common diseases.

Genetics

Cooperative Human Linkage Center
Information on genetic marker maps, marker information, publications and CHLC project information.

National Center For Biotechnology Information
Information on genetics and related diseases as well as human genome resources and links to the National Library of Medicine and the National Institute of Health.

Visible Human Project
This site is in the process of creating complete, anatomically detailed, three dimensional representations of the male and female human cadaver.

Geriatrics

American Association of Retired Persons
AARP is a comprehensive site for the elderly. Contains links to health and wellness, legislative news, financial planning links, information on independent living and community and volunteer services for the elderly. Great site for information on Elder Care.

Arthritis Foundation
Public interest organization dedicated to curing arthritis.  Contains links to traditional and homeopathic therapies and news about medical advancements in the treatment of rheumatic disorders. For both health care professionals and laypersons.

Elder Web
This site is for professionals and family members and has over 4,500 links to legal, financial, medical, and housing issues for the elderly. The site also has policy, research and statistical data.

Health and Aging Organizations Directory
This searchable database lists more than 350 national health and aging organizations reviewed by NIA for relevance and accessibility to our website visitors.

Institute of Gerontology
This site provides research, service, and education in the field of aging. Site contains the latest aging research, links to continuing education and the graduate certificate in Gerontology and links to the GSA Homepage, Gero Web and more WWW sites sponsored and maintained by the IOG. 

Long Term Care Link
A comprehensive source of Long-term Care resources.

National Institute on Aging
The NIA is part of the National Institute of Health, and promotes healthy aging by conducting and supporting biomedical, social and behavioral research and public education. Contains links to NIA funding, research, health information and related sites on the WWW.

U.S. Administration on Aging (AoA)
Has fact sheets, statistics and press releases for the elderly; an Eldercare Locator, links to the National Aging Information Center and aging related websites; information on retirement benefits, welfare reform and financial planning. Available in Spanish.

Hematology

American Association of Blood Banks
An international association of blood banks; posts FAQs about blood, including how to receive and donate.

American Sickle Cell Anemia Association
Promotes public professional awareness about sickle cell anemia and its hemoglobin diseases and trait variants.

Bloodline:  The Hematology Resource
Site contains a directory of resources on BMT, stem cell therapy, cord blood thrombosis and homeostasis, laboratory hematology, malignant hematology, pediatric hematology, red cell disorders, transfusion medicine and veterinary hematology.

HealthLinks: Hematology Links

World Federation of Hemophilia
Site contains professional medical journals and news updates. Site is good for medical practitioners.

Medical Journals

Journal of the American Medical Association

New England Journal of Medicine

Southern Medical Journal

Medical Libraries

National

Internet Listings for Medical School Libraries
A list of medical libraries and medical schools on the WWW in the United States.

U.S. National Library of Medicine
Official website for the National Library of Medicine.

New Jersey

George F. Smith Library
Links to full text journals and online subscription databases. Member of UMDNJ.

Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Official site for the Medical School in Piscataway. Member of UMDNJ.

School of Osteopathic Medicine at UMDNJ

UMDNJ and Coriell Research Library
Site includes VALE, OVID, a software directory and subscription databases. Member of UMDNJ.

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Official site of the New Jersey Medical School (UMDNJ).

Pennsylvania

Drexel University Health Sciences Libraries
Drexel University has three health sciences libraries to serve the needs of students, faculty and staff. The collection of each library emphasizes subjects relevant to the spectrum of health science disciplines.

JEFFLINE Scott Memorial Library
In addition to the Medical Library catalog, this site has Ovid, Micromedex, electronic journals and subscription services and an electronic digital image library.

Perelman School Of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania
Site has a link to the Biomedical Library. Links to journals, online databases, subscription services and the library catalog.

Nephrology

National Kidney Foundation
Good site for locating information on organ donations.

Kidney Resource Page
Locate dialysis units in the United States using this site. Site also has a physician locator, transplant information and an index of kidney disorders.

United States Renal Data System (USRDS)
Excellent ready reference source for researching renal disorders. Sponsored by the National Institute of Health. Site contains annual reports, statistics, research findings, health care proposals and links to other resources on the WWW.

Neurology

Balanced Mind Foundation
The Balanced Mind Foundation guides families raising children with mood disorders to the answers, support and stability they seek.

Epilepsy Foundation
Details the Foundation, its programs, publications, research, education and Kid's Club.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Provides information about local resources and chapters, educational programs, advocacy programs and the MS walk.

Parkinson's Disease Foundation
The Parkinson's Disease Foundation (PDF) is a national non-profit organization devoted to education, advocacy, and the funding of research. We strive to bring help and hope to as many as one million Americans who now suffer from this debilitating condition. 

Tourette Syndrome Association
Provides information on medical and scientific studies, publications, calendar of events and conferences, with links to many other sites.

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Baby Place
Information on morning sickness, pregnancy resources, child-birth and related topics.

National Women's Health Information Center
Federal government resource with info on women's health issues.

OBGYN Net
A physician reviewed service focusing on the women's health community, including medical professionals, medical industry and women. Also offers information in Spanish and Portuguese.

Parenthood.com's Pregnancy Area
Home page has sections on speaking about pregnancy issues, pregnancy journal and date due registry, live chat with other expecting parents and links to many other topics related to pregnancy.

Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond
A physician reviewed service focusing on the women's health community, including medical professionals, medical industry and women. Also offers information in Spanish and Portuguese.

Oncology

American Cancer Society
Contains a very detailed list of Web resources that can be linked to a glossary of terms and information about the society.

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Site deals with the topics of leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma and funds research towards their cure. Publishes educational pamphlets and booklets.

Lupus Foundation of America, Inc.
Membership and research organization dedicated to helping fund a cure for this disease, with links to other medical sites.

Mesothelioma
Committed to providing the latest, up-to-date information to our visitors in the hopes of spreading awareness about the dangers of asbestos cancer.

National Cancer Institute
This federal site provides news and information specifically for cancer patients, the public and the mass media.

Oncolink
University of Pennsylvania Cancer Center site with info cancer and links to other relevant sites.

Ophthalmology and Optometry

Glaucoma Research Foundation
Provides links to research this topic as well as links to many other organizations and a search screen.

National Eye Institute of the National Institutes of Health
Contains keyword-searchable database as well as information for both professional caregivers and patients.

Pediatrics

American Academy of Pediatrics
Organization of 57,000 pediatricians committed to the attainment of optimal physical, mental, and social health and well-being for all infants, children, adolescents, and young adults.

CHOP
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

Pharmaceutical Information

FDA Consumer Magazine
Provides tables of contents from 1995 to date with full-text articles from this magazine. 

Hispanic/Latino Portal to Drug Abuse Prevention

Merck Manual
Home page contains search screen for latest edition of Merck Manual of Diagnosis and Therapy.

RxList: The Internet Drug Index
Home page contains search screen for medication information and has links to other drug-related topics such as alternative medicine and patient education.

The WWW Virtual Pharmacy
Home page contains links to many subjects relating to pharmacy including pharmacy schools, hospital pages, conference and government WWW sites.

Physical Medicine

Pain Management
Offers database and links to pain management topics.

Physicians and Hospitals

AMA Physician Select
Information on licensed physicians in the United States; searchable by name or medical specialty.

American Hospital Directory
Provides on-line data for over 6,000 hospitals. Look up hospitals according to criteria you specify.

Certification Matters
Search a physician to verify if he/she is certified by the American Board of Medical Specialists. Requires registration.

Doctor Directory
A directory to finding information on doctors, hospitals, health plans and other topics.

Healthcare Financial Management Association
This federal agency is responsible for Medicare and Medicaid. They accumulate statistical information on hospitals and nursing homes. Additional links to compliance issues, the Managed Care Forum and HFCA publications.

HealthGrades
Find grades on doctors, dentists and hospitals.

HHS Hospital Compare
Provides information on how well the hospitals in your area care for all their adult patients with certain medical conditions.

Hospice Foundation of America
You can use this site to locate a hospice near you or browse literature which rates hospice care.

New Jersey Association of Mental Health Agencies
Mental health facilities in New Jersey, programs, training schedules and vendor resources.

New Jersey Health Care Profile
Search for information about New Jersey physicians and podiatrists. Results include education and license history and any malpractice payments, disciplinary actions, or restrictions/limitations imposed. Optional information may include board certifications, office hours, language, accessibility, Medicare and health insurance participation, medical school appointments or teaching responsibilities, and hospitals where privileges are held. The database is searchable by name, field of medicine, hospital, or office location.

Physician Finder- MSNJ
Source of information on individual physician-members of MSNJ.

Top American Hospitals
This is the online version of America’s Best Hospitals published every year by U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News reviewed over 6,000 hospitals in the United States. Of these only 205 appear in the rankings for best hospitals.

UMDNJ University Libraries
Access to UMDNJ libraries, full-text medical journals through Ovid, library announcements and more.

Podiatry

American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons
Membership organization has links for the public, including finding a surgeon.

Psychology and Psychiatry

American Psychiatric Association
Membership organization which has a home page linking to many sources in psychiatry, including a "library and publications" page.

American Psychoanalytic Association
Membership organization has links to literature searching and finding a psychoanalyst, among other topics.

American Psychological Association
Professional organization of psychologists with links to their offices, divisions, publications and journals, including information on their Psych Info database.

National Institute Of Mental Health
Federal government site with links to news, events, clinical trials and databases such as PubMed and Health Finder.

Pulmonology

American Lung Association
Home page has news links to many topics related to lung problems.

Radiology

American Board of Radiology
Membership board of professional radiologists who evaluate the quality of education for this specialty; also has site for FAQs.

American College of Radiology
Home page has links to their state chapters, publications, job listings and directory, among other sites.

Association for Medical Imaging Management
The Association for Medical Imaging Management is the professional organization representing management at all levels of hospital imaging departments, freestanding imaging centers, and group practices.

Yahoo - Radiology Sites
Short listing of sites linking to information on radiology.

Rheumatology

Arthritis Foundation
Home page has links to many topics relating to the Foundation and its activities in the arthritis field.

Surgery

Trans Web
All about transplantation and organ donation. Includes articles, support groups, myths and facts, questions and answers as well as books, videos and more.

YourSurgery.com
Explains surgical procedures, patient preparation, treatment alternatives, etc.

Urology

US Renal Net
Provides sponsors access to the greatest number of pre-end stage renal disease, as well as end stage renal disease patients in conducting a Phase I-III trial, with sites that have the greatest experience with renal studies in the U.S.

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