Surgery Resident Program

Residents at all levels are invited to attend this special two-day program focused on preparing for a career in surgery. This program is offered by the ACS Division of Education, ACS Division of Member Services, and the Resident and Associate Society (RAS), under the leadership of Program Chair Leigh A. Neumayer, MD, MS, FACS, MAMSE.

Featured presentations will address the multitude of challenges faced by surgeons and trainees. Program attendees will have opportunities to network with residents from across the country, meet American College of Surgeons leaders, and get competitive with the surgical skills competition.

Register Today

To attend this live event, you must register for both Clinical Congress and the Surgery Resident Program. Please note that this program is open to current surgery residents only and there is no cost to those who register in advance. Space is limited and advance registration is strongly encouraged. Space is limited and advance registration is strongly encouraged.

Day 1

Sunday, October 22, 2023, 10:00 am–5:00 pm ET

10:00–10:10 am - Welcome and Introductory Remarks

10:10–10:30 am - Ice Breaker

10:30–11:00 am - Fireside Chat with ACS President Dr. E. Christopher Ellison

11:00 am–12:00 pm - Bridging the Generational Gap: Communication Strategies for Zoomers to Boomers

12:00–12:45 pm - Lunch

Introduction to Surgeons PAC and the ACS Foundation Preview of Afternoon Sessions

Q&A from Morning Session

1:00–3:00 pm - Symposium | Fast Track to the Future: Early Specialization and Integrated Subspecialty Training for All?

Room 161

3:30–5:30 pm - Skills Competition | So You Think You Can Operate?

SI004 | Room 153ABC

Day 2

Monday, October 23, 10 am–2:00 pm ET

10:00–10:10 am - Welcome and Introductory Remarks

10:10–10:40 am - The Fundamentals of Allyship: Partnering with you Peers, Colleagues, and Mentors

10:40 am–12:45 pm - Physician Jobs and Contracts: Selecting and Negotiating for Your Best Career Move and Peace of Mind

12:45–1:15 pm - Lunch

Introduction to RAS-ACS

1:15–1:55 pm - Personal Finances for Residency and Beyond

1:55–2:00 pm - Closing Remarks

For additional information, contact Danielle Taylor at dtaylor@facs.org