The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (The College) has about 58,000 members and is the nation's leading group of professionals dedicated to improving health care for women. Based in Washington, DC, it is a private, voluntary, nonprofit membership organization. Working with and for members, ACOG is committed to providing the very best in education, advocacy, and practice management tools. The College works primarily in these areas: - Serving as a strong advocate for quality health care for women. - Maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice and continuing education for its members. - Promoting patient education and stimulating patient understanding of and involvement in medical care. - Increasing awareness among its members and the public of the changing issues facing women's health care.