Full-members are eligible after completion of higher surgical training at a recognized institution. The applicant’s request will be examined and a decision of acceptance will be made by the ASJ council. Specialists in Non-surgical fields of training may also be eligible.

Associate membership requirements include completion of undergraduate training and enrollment in a recognized surgical training program.

The ASJ has been involved in charity work throughout the island with our members working with others of the health team to provide additional surgical care outside scheduled times to reduce waiting times. Operations and clinics are routinely held on public holidays such as Labour Day. Through efforts from the Ministry of Health, resources have been made available recently to have extended operating times at the University Hospital, an initiative soon to be extended to other hospitals across Jamaica.

The members have been involved in assisting the Jamaica Cancer Society in the form of fund-raising activities throughout the years.

SCRUBS was the first edition of a fundraising party to be held annually to support charities. This year the event was held in February; in aid of the Jamaica Cancer Society.