The Association of Medical Secretaries, Practice Managers, Administrators and Receptionists (AMSPAR) was founded in 1964 as the Association of Medical Secretaries (AMS).
It is based in Tavistock Square adjacent to the British Medical Association.
[1] It offers 14 qualifications for General Practice staff in the UK working with the City and Guilds of London Institute.
[3] Tom Brownlie is the chief executive officer.
[4] It is a private company limited by guarantee[5] and a registered charity.