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Help shape the future of surgery through ACS committee service—applications are open through June 5.

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Learn How AI Can Power QI at ACS Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference

Learn How AI Can Power QI at ACS Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference

Register for ACS QSCC to gain practical tools, share best practices, and advance quality improvement in surgical care.
ACS Senior Resident Readiness Assessment (ACS SRRA)

ACS Senior Resident Readiness Assessment (ACS SRRA)

This online, scenario-based evaluation tool of clinical decision-making is for incoming PGY-4 surgery residents.
TQIP Annual Conference

TQIP Annual Conference

The call for abstracts is now open! Tell us about interesting initiatives at your center—submit your abstract by May 31.

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Real-Time Ultrasound Imaging Enhances High-Stakes Surgical Decisions
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Real-Time Ultrasound Imaging Enhances High-Stakes Surgical Decisions
Surgeons Describe Solutions for Recalibrating Productivity Benchmarks in Face of wRVU Cuts
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Surgeons Describe Solutions for Recalibrating Productivity Benchmarks in Face of wRVU Cuts

Surgeons and institutions face major compensation shifts after wRVU cuts—new guidance offers practical response strategies.
Exercise, Nutrition Before Surgery Boosts Patient Outcomes
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Exercise, Nutrition Before Surgery Boosts Patient Outcomes

Prehabilitation provided to patients before surgery reduces complications and shortens hospital stays.
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Surgical Readings

A new report from the ACS National Cancer Database (NCDB) notes key trends in cancer treatment for prostate cancer, esophageal cancer, and melanoma.
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Journal of the American College of Surgeons

The Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS) is a monthly peer-reviewed scientific journal. Read the latest issue today!

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Clinical Congress 2026

Clinical Congress 2026

Join us for education, networking, and the latest surgical innovation at Clinical Congress 2026, September 26–29 in Washington, DC. Register today!
Residency Readiness Course

Residency Readiness Course

Join us for a three-day, in-person course designed specifically for fourth-year medical students transitioning into intern year.
ACS Residents as Teachers and Leaders

ACS Residents as Teachers and Leaders

Develop leadership and teaching skills at the ACS Residents as Teachers and Leaders course.

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