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ABSTRACT
The Academy of Health Information Professionals (AHIP) was established in 1989 by the Medical Library Association (MLA). The premise was to design a program and skill set to contribute to the highest level of professional standards. Not all librarians apply for membership in AHIP which requires continuous professional development in terms of committee membership, conference attendance, publication, and continuing education. Some may not see the value of membership or may not understand exactly what it is. It is a personal choice for all those involved in health sciences and medical libraries. Librarians may take part in professional development opportunities without applying for membership.
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