ACS Integrated National Curriculum in Surgical Education (INCISE)

A Next-Generation, Unified Approach to Surgical Education

The American College of Surgeons Integrated National Curriculum in Surgical Education (ACS INCISE) is a modern, competency-based platform designed to elevate the surgical clerkship educational experience for medical students—while advancing consistency across institutions nationwide.

ACS INCISE brings trusted ACS educational resources for medical students to deliver a comprehensive learning experience that integrates core knowledge, technical skills, and performance assessment at a critical stage of training.

A Unified, Longitudinal Curriculum

ACS INCISE incorporates content from three cornerstone curricula into one cohesive educational pathway:

• ACS/ASE Medical Student Core Curriculum
• ACS/ASE Simulation-Based Surgical Skills Curriculum

Together, these nationally recognized programs create a seamless, longitudinal progression, from core clerkship through the transition to residency, supporting learner development every step of the way.

Why ACS INCISE?

As medical education continues to evolve, ACS INCISE provides a consistent, data-driven, competency-based approach to surgical training—helping ensure learners are prepared for the demands of residency and beyond.

ACS Staff

Michelle R. Armstrong, MAED, MA, C-TAGME
Senior Manager, Programs to Enhance Resident and Medical Student Education
marmstrong@facs.org 
312-202-5488

Krashina S. Hudson, MS
Senior Administrator, Resident and Medical Student Curricula
khudson@facs.org 
312-202-5335

Contact Us

For additional information about ACS INCISE, please contact Krashina Hudson.