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Join the ACS Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference, July 30–August 2 in Orlando, for practical strategies, data-driven insights, and multidisciplinary learning you can apply immediately to improve patient outcomes.

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Same-Admission Cholecystectomy Is Preferred Treatment for Gallstone-Related Acute Pancreatitis

New evidence reinforces index-admission cholecystectomy as the preferred treatment after gallstone pancreatitis for eligible patients.

OMB Proposal Threatens Surgeon-Led Research

A proposed federal rule could significantly reshape medical research funding, peer review, and grant oversight.

ACS Surgeons as Leaders

This course is structured to maximize learning and interaction with faculty while providing a variety of educational activities. Apply by October 7.

Latest News

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AI Is “Rewiring” Neurosurgery Through Clinical Decision Support

June 3, 2026

AI is reshaping neurosurgical decision support by enhancing imaging analysis and intraoperative precision to reduce variability and improve outcomes.

Dr. A. Brent Eastman, ACS Past-President and Trauma System Innovator, Passes Away

June 30, 2026

The surgical community honors A. Brent Eastman, whose leadership transformed trauma systems and emergency surgical care worldwide.

Research News

Children's Postsurgical Opioid Prescribing Varies

July 1, 2026

Research underscores the importance of safe and standardized opioid prescribing practices after pediatric surgery.

JACS

The Operative Word

Hear about a recent randomized clinical trial that explored patient-based decision making for opioid prescriptions after ambulatory breast operation.

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

AI in Journal Publishing and Manuscript Writing

This webinar will explore the role of AI in manuscript development, including its benefits, limitations, and ethical considerations.

Speaking Up in Surgery: Effective Communication and Self-Advocacy in the OR and Beyond

Learn strategies for clearly communicating expectations, managing administrative workflows, and advocating for resources, time, and support needed.

Regional Surgical Skills Courses

These hands-on courses are designed to provide practical training and experience in various surgical techniques and procedures. Register today!

Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference

Register for ACS QSCC to advance quality, safety, and cancer care through data, innovation, and team-based strategies that improve patient outcomes.

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!

ACS Innovation Summit

Help shape the future of simulation-based surgical education. Submit abstracts and content ideas for the ACS Innovation Summit today.