The Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation (AAMI) Founded in 1967, is a unique alliance of over 6,000 members united by the common goal of increasing the understanding and beneficial use of medical instrumentation. AAMI is the primary resource for the industry, the professions, and government for national and international standards. AAMI provides leadership and programs that enhance the ability of the professions, health care institutions, and industry to understand, develop, manage, and use medical instrumentation and related technologies safely and effectively. http://www.aami.org/about/index.html