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Clinical Congress 2026 Registration Is Now Open

April 21, 2026

Discover education, networking, and the latest surgical innovation relevant to members of The House of Surgery^® by joining the ACS at Clinical Congress 2026, September 26–29 in Washington, DC.

Surgical Telementoring Provides Powerful Tools for Sharing Expertise and Training

April 21, 2026

Surgical telementoring has emerged as a powerful tool to expand access to expertise, accelerate skill acquisition, and enhance patient safety as surgical innovation continues to outpace traditional training pathways.

Register for June Regional Surgical Skills Courses at Reduced Member Rate

The ACS, through its Accredited Education Institutes (AEIs), provides regional hands-on surgical skills courses that offer attendees practical training and experience in various surgical techniques and procedures.

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

April 21, 2026 Issue

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Program Directors: Enroll Your Residents in ACS Assessments by June 5

Residents can apply for the ACS H.O.P.E. scholarship to build global health skills and connect with leaders in surgery.

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Nominate an Inspiring Woman Surgeon for Dr. Mary Edwards Walker Award

This award recognizes an individual's significant contributions to the advancement of women in surgery.

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Submit Papers for Annual Commission on Cancer Research Competition by June 8

The CoC hosts an annual paper competition for physicians-in-training to foster the importance of oncologic research in support of its mission.

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Register for This Week’s Virtual Surgical Palliative Care Symposium

Register for the Surgical Palliative Care Symposium, a live virtual session on April 23, featuring five presentations and interactive Q&A.

Don't Miss Out!

Go to your MyCME Portal today and verify your ABS ID and date of birth on the Board Certification Tab so you can have your CME data automatically transmitted to the ABS via ACCME.

Discover the Future of Surgery at Clinical Congress 2026

In this message from Dr. Kyla Terhune, ACS Senior Vice President, Education, discover how Clinical Congress is evolving alongside the rapidly changing world of surgery. Join the College this September in Washington, DC, as The House of Surgery^®comes together to learn and lead through change. From artificial intelligence and telementoring to leadership development and emerging innovations, this year’s program offers something for every surgical professional. Be part of what’s next.

Surgeons Make the Case for Authenticity in Surgical Training

Historically, the mark of a great surgical residency program has been its emphasis on promoting clinical excellence and, more recently, resident well-being. Today, a new measure of greatness is surfacing: programs that promote “authenticity,” meaning those that enable residents to align their personal values with their professional behaviors. Learn more about the case for authenticity from the authors of a recently released JACS viewpoint article.

Literature Selections

Patients with Hyperglycemia Carry Substantially Higher Perioperative Risk Than Those with Diabetes Alone

Glycemic status better predicts surgical risk than diabetes diagnosis alone, with hyperglycemia identifying high-risk patients.

Opt-In Decision Making Program for Opioids after Breast Surgery Shows Promise in Reducing Prescriptions

Most patients used no opioids after breast surgery, supporting opt-in prescribing to reduce unnecessary exposure.

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