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Providing members with timely and relevant news, perspectives, opportunities, and calls to action.

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Nominations Are Open for ACS Officers-Elect, Regent Positions

November 28, 2023

The ACS 2024 Nominating Committee of the Fellows and the Nominating Committee of the Board of Governors are accepting nominations through February 16, 2024, for several leadership positions in the College. These positions commence at Clinical Congress 2024.

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Catch Up on Popular Panel Sessions from Clinical Congress 2023 On Demand

November 28, 2023

Expert-led Panel Sessions remain available online through the Clinical Congress 2023 on-demand platform, which is open to all in-person and virtual attendees, as well as new registrants. Check out some of these popular sessions from Clinical Congress 2023.

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Read this week's entire issue for the latest news on the ACS and the field of surgery.

November 28, 2023 Issue
Cardiothoracic Surgeon Uses Breast Implants to Aid Double-Lung Transplant
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Cardiothoracic Surgeon Uses Breast Implants to Aid Double-Lung Transplant

Ankit Bharat, MD, FACS, recently utilized large breast implants as a life-saving measure in a noteworthy example of clinical innovation.
ACS Foundation Helps Create a Strong Future for Surgery
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ACS Foundation Helps Create a Strong Future for Surgery

Donate today to help the ACS Foundation improve patient outcomes.
Surgeons Discuss Lessons from ATLS Program
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Surgeons Discuss Lessons from ATLS Program

Listen to Dr. Rick Greene and Drs. Zain Hashimi and Sabrina Goddard discuss lessons from the CS Advanced Trauma Life Support® (ATLS®) program.

Claim CME Credit

Eligible physicians can now claim CME credit for engaging with the content of the ACS Brief. For each issue, 0.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ are available.

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High Schoolers Are Introduced to a Career in Medicine and Surgery at Clinical Congress

“A Day with the American College of Surgeons” introduces high school students to the joys of a career in medicine and surgery at a time when they are formulating future life plans.

More from the ACS

Apply Today for ACS-MacLean Center Surgical Ethics Fellowship

In conjunction with the MacLean Center for Clinical Medical Ethics, the ACS is offering fellowships in surgical ethics to interested surgeons.

ACS Honors Committee Seeks Nominations for Six Prestigious Awards

The ACS Honors Committee invites members to submit nominations for six prestigious awards. These submissions are accepted on a rolling basis.

Current Literature

Commentaries summarizing important new scientific literature pertinent to surgeons and care teams.

Apply for Surgeons as Leaders: From Operating Room to Boardroom course

The American College of Surgeons offers the Surgeons as Leaders: From Operating Room to Boardroom course, intended for surgeons who currently serve in or aspire to leadership positions.

View ACS In Memoriam Video to Remember Colleagues Lost

During Clinical Congress 2023 in Boston, ACS members participated in a moment of silence to remember the 123 Fellows who passed away since the previous Congress (October 2022–October 2023). A video of their names is available to view.

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Brief Reviews

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Genetic Connections in Surgical Oncology

An exploration of literature on the importance of understanding genetic connections in different types of cancer and the use of precision medicine.
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Colonoscopy versus FIT-Fecal DNA for Colon Cancer Screening

Examines current literature on scientific basis of colon cancer screening methods, specifically, the efficacy of colonoscopy vs FIT-fecal DNA testing.
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Laparoscopy in the Context of Trauma: Too Slow or Too Fast?

Examines current literature on the various uses, benefits, and limitations of laparoscopy in trauma care.
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