News and Articles

How We’re Transforming ACS Clinical Data

January 7, 2026

Learn details about the long-term plan to modernize how the College gathers data and how it will streamline access to this information for hospitals.

ACS Brief

Explore ACS Financial Wellness and Practice Management Resources

January 6, 2026

The ACS offers financial planning resources to help surgeons manage earnings, insurance, and long-term financial security.

ACS Brief

CoC Accreditation Is Available to Hospitals in Canada

December 23, 2025

Canadian hospitals can now pursue ACS Commission on Cancer accreditation to strengthen oncology care and outcomes.

ACS Brief

ACS Members Receive Significant Award for Executive MBA for Physicians

December 16, 2025

ACS members can apply to the Brandeis Executive MBA for Physicians with a $12,000 tuition award, starting January 2026.

Bulletin of the American College of Surgeons

Bulletin

Facial Transplantation Pushes Beyond Limits of Reconstruction

Advances in facial transplantation expand possibilities, offering life-changing options for patients with severe facial injuries.

Bulletin

Smarter Tools, Culture Shift Are Reshaping Surgical Ergonomics

Greater awareness, tailored education, and innovative technologies are revolutionizing surgeon ergonomics.

Bulletin

Surgeons Lead State Efforts to Protect Patients, Profession

Learn more about key 2025 state legislative gains in prior authorization, liability reform, scope of practice, and other areas.

Viewpoints

The Bulletin of the American College of Surgeons often features viewpoint articles, which offer the writer’s expertise, personal experience, reflection, and/or unique perspective on a certain topic.

Surgeon Describes Realities of Conflict in War-Torn Country

January 7, 2026

The Ukraine response to war highlights the resilience of healthcare providers despite limited resources and an underdeveloped trauma care system.

Combat Casualty Care Exemplifies Humanitarian Service

January 7, 2026

Combat casualty care should be considered humanitarian care due to its history of selfless sacrifice and the advancement of treatment standards.

Trauma Telemedicine Saves Lives Through Real-Time Consultations

January 7, 2026

The spirit of surgical innovation drives patient care in combat settings, powered by collaboration on a worldwide scale.

Travel Reports

Throughout the year, ACS surgeon leaders travel to various medical organization events and chapter meetings to share news about the College and the profession, as well as listen to feedback from their colleagues.

Wisconsin Surgeons Unite for Learning and Collaboration

December 2, 2025

In her travel report, Dr. Beth Sutton reflects on key sessions, rural surgery challenges, and ACS updates from the Wisconsin Surgical Society meeting.

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