AAMI (Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation)
Founded in 1967, AAMI consists of nearly 6,000 members united by the common goal of increasing the understanding and beneficial use of medical instrumentation.

601Help
A free resource for developers of electrical medical devices. The site provides information about compliance with IEC 60601-1, the international product safety standard for medical devices.

Medical Device Electromagnetic Compatibility Program
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH), a part of the FDA, has regulatory authority over several thousand different kinds of medical devices. The CDRH's Medical Device Electromagnetic Compatibility Program oversees interference compatibility issues for the industry.

NEMA's Diagnostic Imaging and Therapy Systems Division
The National Electrical Manufacturers Association represents manufacturers of such electronic medical products as x-ray, MRI, ultrasound, and lithotripsy equipment. The most valuable resource on this site may well be the group's 1997 Annual Report, which provides some helpful insights into imaging and related markets.

The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME)
A professional society headquartered in Dearborn, MI that serves the manufacturing industries. The main page carries breaking news and articles organized according to category, including electronics, robotics, plastics, and rapid prototyping. Members have access to a searchable jobs database and the Technical Referral Database, a network of industry experts available for consultation. SME also offers continuing education and certification programs and conducts seminars and conferences.

Center for the Study of Wireless Electromagnetic Compatibility, University of Oklahoma
From the Center: "Our goal is to serve as an independent center dedicated to the investigation of issues related to the electromagnetic compatibility of electronic equipment with wireless devices."

IEEE (Institute or Electrical and Electronic Engineers) EMC Society
Offers information on the Society's goings-on, including upcoming lecturers and conferences, committees, their newsletter, standards, a product directory, and more.