Member Services Membership in the American College of Surgeons (ACS) is an integral part of your profession. Whether you're still in training, or at the peak of your career, our top priority is providing value for you, our members—at every step. Quality Programs Improving the quality of surgical care leads to greater access for patients, fewer complications and better outcomes, thus lowering the cost of care. Our quality improvement programs have improved quality in trauma and cancer care, bariatric surgery, and in overall surgical care. Education Educating and training surgeons remains integral across the entire spectrum of College activities. Rely on the ACS to be your premier source for surgical education and take advantage of a wide variety of resources appropriate for your learning needs. Advocacy ACS advocacy activities at the federal and state level represent the interests of you, the practicing surgeon, and your patients. We encourage all surgeons to get involved in advocacy matters. Take action. Protect your patients and your profession. Abstract Deadline Extended The Call for Abstracts for the 2019 TQIP Annual Scientific Meeting and Training has been extended to June 30. This is your chance to share with other TQIP centers all the interesting initiatives you have put in place at your hospital. Submit today New Resident Course The ACS Core General Surgery Review for Residents, July 6–8 in Chicago, IL, is a new three-day course specifically designed for residents who are interested in an intense review of general surgery. Register today SurgeonsPAC SurgeonsPAC, the American College of Surgeons Professional Association’s (ACSPA) nonpartisan political action committee, works to establish relationships with surgical champions in Congress. Learn more about the College’s political advocacy activities today. Get to know our champions Manage Your Credits The American College of Surgeons is committed to helping you organize, track, and submit your CME credit. Use MyCME to manage your CME credit at your convenience. Learn more Surgeon Well-Being Despite a high prevalence of distress, few physicians seek help. The College is here to help and has put together the resources to support the challenges you may face as a surgeon. Learn more Grand Rounds Series The RAS-ACS Grand Rounds Webinar Series is for young surgeons starting private practice or academic surgical medicine. Dive into career path choices and strategies, best practices, and managing personal life and wellness. The webinars are presented live and free of charge. Learn more News Updates House Passes Historic Firearm Research Funding Legislation June 21, 2019 House Members Introduce Legislation to Support Rural Surgeons June 21, 2019 Stop the Bleed Training Continues on Capitol Hill June 21, 2019 American College of Surgeons Opposes the Lower Health Care Costs Act June 20, 2019 ACS Communities Ask or answer questions with your colleagues in the ACS Member Communities. Join the Discussion Events View More Events Learn more about ACS programs and initiatives:
