National Academies of Practice Inducts Steven W. Atwood, VMD, MD.

Press Release from National Academics of Practice

The National Academies of Practice is pleased to announce the election of Steven W. Atwood, VMD, MD. from Martha's Vineyard, MA as a distinguished practitioner-member if the NAP. Dr. Atwood was installed at a gala membership banquet on March 20, 2010, in Arlington, Virginia at which the National Academies of Practice inducted new members from ten healthcare professions.

The National Academies of Practice was founded in 1981 in recognition of the need for interdisciplinary collaboration in healthcare. It is comprised of distinguished practitioners and scholars from all of the primary health professions now including ten disciplines: Dentistry, Nursing, Optometry, Osteopathic Medicine, Medicine, Psychology, Podiatric Medicine, Social Work, Veterinary Medicine, and Pharmacy. Only 150 distinguished members can be elected to membership, so the selection is indeed an honor. Each year, NAP sponsors a Forum on public policy issues. This year's meeting focused on promoting prevention and wellness. The NAP will issue a public health policy statement on topic shortly.

For more information please visit the website at http://www.NAPractice.org