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Annual Report

The 2021-2022 Annual Report describes the major activities of the ACS staff and volunteers on behalf of the House of Surgery over the last year.
Information Blocking
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Information Blocking

Physicians are now required to share electronic patient records and other information. Learn more today.
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The Power of Quality

Quality is at the core of who we are at the American College of Surgeons. It’s been our hallmark for more than 100 years. More than 2,500 hospitals around the world participate in our many Quality Programs as they work to improve patient care.

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Executive Director Update

Your Voice Can Be Nearly as Important as Your Hands

Dr. Turner describes recent federal and state advocacy wins and issues a call to action for surgeons to continue these efforts.
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Your Voice Can Be Nearly as Important as Your Hands
Lung Cancer Awareness
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Lung Cancer Awareness

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Learn from ACS experts why more people should get screened for lung cancer and how screening saves lives.
Pregnant Trauma Patients with Certain Injury Patterns Should Be Screened for Intimate Partner Violence
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Pregnant Trauma Patients with Certain Injury Patterns Should Be Screened for Intimate Partner Violence

Head injuries, multiple contusions can indicate pregnant patients are at risk of intimate partner violence and should be screened.
Dr. Sean Grondin, Canadian Thoracic Surgeon and Regent, Dies at Age 56
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Dr. Sean Grondin, Canadian Thoracic Surgeon and Regent, Dies at Age 56

The ACS mourns the sudden loss of Regent Sean C. Grondin, MD, MPH, FRCSC, FACS.
Journal of the American College of Surgeons
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Journal of the American College of Surgeons

The Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS) is a monthly journal publishing peer-reviewed original contributions on all aspects of surgery.

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TQIP Annual Conference
The TQIP Annual Conference brings together trauma medical directors, program managers, coordinators, PI clinicians, and registrars. Register today!
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TQIP Annual Conference
ACS Surgeons as Leaders
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ACS Surgeons as Leaders

This December 11-14 course is structured to maximize learning and interaction with the faculty while providing a variety of educational experiences.
Clinical Congress 2022
Clinical Congress

Clinical Congress 2022

Select Clinical Congress sessions are available on demand. CME credits and access are available until May 1, 2023. Want access? Register today.
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RAS-ACS Hangouts

Join our December 5 hangout for a casual conversation with medical students and others to discuss Choosing the Right Mentor.

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