American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition (ASPEN)

Founded in 1976, ASPEN is a medical professional organization whose members are involved in the provision of clinical nutrition therapies. With members from around the world, ASPEN is a community of dietitians, nurses, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, physicians, physician assistants, scientists, students, and other health professionals from every facet of nutrition support clinical practice, research, and education.

Mission:
To improve patient care by advancing the science and practice of clinical nutrition and metabolism.

Vision:
ASPEN envisions an environment in which every patient receives safe, efficacious, and high-quality nutrition care.

Core Values:
Quality - They hold high standards for clinical practice, research, and education.
Discovery - They support research to advance the field.
Integrity - They are honest and principled in all interactions.
Interprofessionalism - They work in collaboration with medical professionals from many disciplines to treat patients.
Diversity - They include professionals of all ages, backgrounds, cultures, gender identities, and races, etc.
Health Equity - They stand against racism and seek to eliminate health disparities in patient care.