Residency Readiness Course

Graduating this year and starting residency this summer? Join us for a three-day, in-person course designed specifically for fourth-year medical students transitioning into intern year for all surgical specialties.

This course will combine hands-on skills training with focused sessions centered on preparing for the professional and clinical expectations of residency.

What to Expect

• Interactive, hands-on skills practice in a supportive learning environment designed to strengthen technical ability, reinforce core fundamentals, and build confidence before residency begins.
• Example call scenarios that review how to approach challenging clinical issues, how to handle and approach basic postoperative care, and how to recognize when additional support is needed and obtain it.
• Focused guidance on the transition from student to resident, exploring expectations, evolving responsibilities, and practical strategies for starting strong in a new clinical role.

Contact

If you have questions about this course, please email Cassie Buchignani, MS, PMP, Program Administrator at cbuchignani@facs.org or Michelle Armstrong, MAEd, MA, Senior Manager at marmstrong@facs.org.

Who Should Attend?

Fourth-year medical students between graduation and residency start who are looking to enter their intern year with greater confidence and preparation.

Location

ACS Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois

More information, including the full agenda and details, will be announced soon.

Course Fee

The fee for the course is $500.

Registration Cancelation/Substitution

Requests for cancelations and refunds must be made in writing and received on or before June 1, 2026. There is a $50 handling fee for ALL refunds and returned checks. Cancelations and registrations postmarked after the deadline date will not be eligible for refunds. Please note that substitutions from one registrant to another are not permitted.