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. FAST Recommendations Firearm safety recommendations from the Firearms Strategy Team (FAST) Workgroup published in print in the Journal of American College of Surgeons, February 2019. Learn More Call for Nominations The ACS is seeking nominees for Officers-Elect as well as openings on the Board of Regents. Nominees must be loyal members to the College and have demonstrated leadership qualities. Nominations are due by February 22. Learn more Leadership Learning Opportunity Apply by March 1 for the ACS Surgeons as Leaders Course. Join senior surgical leaders in a dynamic three-day course for surgeons who aspire to meet the challenges of exemplary leadership across all settings. Apply today Educational Opportunity Register today. Our annual Surgical Simulation Summit features programming for the simulation-based education and training community throughout the U.S. and abroad. Learn more Enhancing Cancer Care Register today for the 2019 Cancer Programs Cluster Programs, April 7–9 in Rosemont, IL. This program will provide attendees with three consecutive days of one-day programs to educate, engage, and enhance your understanding of the ACS Cancer Programs. Learn more Prepare for Tomorrow Through thoughtful gift planning, ACS Foundation donors can choose a method of giving that protects their family’s needs and offers greater tax savings. Learn more about ways to put family needs first and still support the ACS Foundation. Read more News Updates Inaugural Firearm Injury Prevention Summit Held February 15, 2019 ACS Supports Legislation to Help Level Negotiating Playing Field for Physicians February 15, 2019 ACS Continues to Support Eliminating the 96-Hour Rule for Critical Access Hospitals February 15, 2019 CoC, ACS Clinical Research Program Publish Results of Special Study February 15, 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:
