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Meet with Dr. Timothy Eberlein in Fireside Chat this Thursday

June 20, 2023

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The ACS Academy of Master Surgeon Educators Fireside Chat Series connects members of the surgical community with renowned experts for an open dialogue driven by audience questions. This week’s program offers an opportunity for an intimate discussion with Chair of the ACS Board of Regents Timothy J. Eberlein, MD, FACS.

The Fireside Chat, this Thursday, June 22, at 7:00 pm CT, not only will focus on Dr. Eberlein’s career, lessons learned, his experience as Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons, and his tenure as Board Chair, but also will be guided by questions from the audience.

Registration is required for this unique opportunity, and all are invited attend. Learn more about Dr. Eberlein’s career in the lead up to the chat.

In This Issue

Dr. John Armstrong Is Elected Vice Speaker of AMA House of Delegates
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Dr. John Armstrong Is Elected Vice Speaker of AMA House of Delegates

John H. Armstrong, MD, FACS, a surgeon dedicated to advancing the College’s and the profession’s priorities, recently was elected vice speaker of the American Medical Association (AMA).
ACS Hires Inaugural Chief Information Officer
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ACS Hires Inaugural Chief Information Officer

The College’s executive leadership team has expanded to include the first Chief Information Officer (CIO). Jack King, MBA, will help the ACS facilitate its strategy to aggressively pursue innovation.

See What’s on the Schedule for Boston at Clinical Congress 2023
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See What’s on the Schedule for Boston at Clinical Congress 2023

There is much to see at Clinical Congress 2023, a world-class surgical education event—and the ACS has the tool to help you plan your ideal experience.

Current Literature
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Current Literature

Commentaries summarizing important new scientific literature pertinent to surgeons and care teams.
Surgeons Discuss How AI Is Set to “Revolutionize” Surgery
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Surgeons Discuss How AI Is Set to “Revolutionize” Surgery

Artificial intelligence (AI) is on the verge of revolutionizing surgical care.

Ohio Chapter Meeting Engages ACS President with Talks on Physician Wellness, Surgeon Collegiality
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Ohio Chapter Meeting Engages ACS President with Talks on Physician Wellness, Surgeon Collegiality

ACS President E. Christopher Ellison, MD, FACS, MAMSE, met with colleagues from the ACS Ohio Chapter last month.

ACS Supports National Study to Document Changes in Physician Practice Expense
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ACS Supports National Study to Document Changes in Physician Practice Expense

The American Medical Association (AMA) is undertaking a new national study, supported by the ACS and 172 other healthcare organizations, to collect data on physician practice expenses (PE).

See First Four Hospitals Verified in New Vascular Verification Program
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See First Four Hospitals Verified in New Vascular Verification Program

The ACS, with the Society for Vascular Surgery (SVS), has verified the first four hospitals as part of the recently launched Vascular Verification Program (Vascular-VP).

Apply for OGB Resident Scholarship for Clinical Congress 2023
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Apply for OGB Resident Scholarship for Clinical Congress 2023

This grant provides access to a 1-day didactic course, “Global Health Competencies for Surgeons: Cognitive and System Skills,” scheduled for Saturday, October 21, from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm in Boston, Massachusetts.
Six Residents Receive Research Scholarships
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Six Residents Receive Research Scholarships

Research Scholarships for 2023–2025 have been awarded to six residents pursuing careers in academic surgery. This award, supported by the Scholarship Endowment Fund of the College, offers $30,000 each year for 2 years.

Hear Why You Should Become a Fierce Guardian of Belonging
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Hear Why You Should Become a Fierce Guardian of Belonging

Mary L. Brandt, MD, FACS, FAAP, a professor of pediatric surgery at Tulane University in New Orleans, explains “The Ethics of Belonging”—what it means to belong, why belonging is professionally and ethically important, and how we can all become fierce guardians of belonging.