American Thoracic Society

Founded in 1905 as the American Sanatorium Association to prevent, control, and treat tuberculosis; the American Thoracic Society was renamed in 1960. The American Thoracic Society is a 501 (c) (3) organization that focuses on the improvement of health worldwide by advancing research, clinical care, and public health in respiratory disease, critical illness, and sleep disorders. ATS is based in New York City, NY.