American College of Surgeons: Patient and Public Services

Public Information

News from the College
(Press Releases)

ACS Patient Education Partners in Surgical Care

What is American College of Surgeons?

Statements of the College

Publications and Services Catalog

Search for Members of the American College of Surgeons

Protecting Your Health -- How to find a qualified surgeon and other topics

Frequently Performed Procedures -- From Appendectomy to Low Back Pain...

When You Need an Operation -- Answers to frequently asked questions

What is Correct-Site Surgery?

Information on Patient Choice

Other Public Information Web Sites of Interest

I Need an Operation...Now What? A Patient’s Guide to a Safe and Successful Outcome

Who Will Hold My Hand? A Guide for Parents whose Child Needs an Operation

Revised September 1, 2010

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