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Join us April 15–18 in Washington, DC, for comprehensive and specialized sessions focused on effective surgeon leadership and interactive advocacy training

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Clinical Congress

Call for Abstracts, Videos, and Posters

The call for abstracts and videos for Clinical Congress 2023 is now open. Submit your abstracts and videos today.

Scholarships

International Scholarships for Surgical Education

Apply by February 1 for the opportunity to participate in faculty development and enhancement in surgical education and training.

In-person Event

Call for Abstracts

Submit an abstract to be presented at the 2023 Quality and Safety Conference, July 10-13, 2023. The deadline for submissions is February 28.

Latest News

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Med Student Forms NGO to Help War Victims, Ease Training Burnout

January 9, 2023

Discover how Dr. Epstein’s efforts to provide medical care and education in war-torn regions renewed his sense of purpose as a medical student.

Coronavirus Emergency Declarations Are Expected to End May 11

January 31, 2023

Saying that the US needs an orderly transition out of the coronavirus public health emergency, the Biden Administration is planning to allow two COVID-19-related emergency declarations to end after brief extensions.

JACS

Journal of the American College of Surgeons

The February issue of JACS is out now. Read it today!

Research News

Largest Study on Long-Term Follow-Up of Chronic Pancreatitis Patients Highlights Need for Closer Monitoring after Surgery

January 24, 2023

Large study finds that long-term survival for patients undergoing operation for chronic pancreatitis declines long after surgery

Events & Courses

Courses

ACS General Surgery Oral Examination Prep Course

The ACS General Surgery Oral Examination Prep Course helps candidates prepare for the ABS General Surgery Certifying Examination. Apply by January 27.

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