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Register for Clinical Congress

Join us at Clinical Congress 2026, September 26–29 in Washington, DC, to learn from distinguished experts, hear about groundbreaking procedures and research, and network with peers from around the globe.

Explore the ACS

Recognize Outstanding Residents with Nominations for Two ACS Awards

The ACS invites nominations through June 8 for resident awards recognizing excellence in teaching and professionalism.

Apply for an ACS Committee

The ACS encourages members to actively contribute to the House of Surgery through participation in one of its committees. Apply today!

ACS Entering Resident Readiness Assessment (ACS ERRA)

This innovative online, case-based instrument measures the preparedness of entering surgical residents.

Latest News

Bulletin

Hernia Repair Isn’t a One-Size-Fits-All Procedure

April 1, 2026

As hernia repair continues to advance, surgeons should individualize treatment to the needs of the patient in order to reduce risk of recurrence.

Routine Intraoperative Cholangiogram for Elective Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Is Now Recommended

April 28, 2026

Updated evidence-based guidelines favor routine IOC over selective use in cholecystectomy to reduce bile duct injury and improve outcomes.

Research News

Exercise, Nutrition Before Surgery Boosts Patient Outcomes

April 29, 2026

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

JACS

The Operative Word

Listen to Drs. Carrie Chan and Karthik Balakrishnan discuss a JACS study supporting preoperative data–driven prediction of pediatric SSIs.

JACS

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!

Events & Courses

Clinical Congress 2026

Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference

Register for ACS QSCC, July 30–August 2, to gain practical strategies, data insights, and collaborate with leaders to advance quality and safety.

TQIP Annual Conference

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