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Bulletin

Evolving Approaches in the Management of Diverticulitis

Learn about changing models for managing diverticulitis, including the role of antibiotics, genetics, and the gut microbiome.

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Evolving Approaches in the Management of Diverticulitis

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Video-Based Technologies in the OR Have Potential to Transform Healthcare
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Video-Based Technologies in the OR Have Potential to Transform Healthcare

Read about 10 current methods for video-based assessment of surgical skills and gain insights into evaluation criteria for intraoperative cameras.
State Legislatures Help Advance Policies Favoring Surgical Patients
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State Legislatures Help Advance Policies Favoring Surgical Patients

Learn about state-level policy wins in 2023, including funding for trauma systems, STOP THE BLEED initiatives, prior authorization, and more.

Ohio Oration Presents Powerful Message about the Value of Chapter Membership
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Ohio Oration Presents Powerful Message about the Value of Chapter Membership

Read Dr. Michael Sarap’s Ohio Chapter Oration, which highlights the advantages of engagement at the regional level.
ACS DEI Toolkit and Lexicon Provide Blueprint for Implementing Equitable Practices
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ACS DEI Toolkit and Lexicon Provide Blueprint for Implementing Equitable Practices

Review the College’s ongoing efforts to develop and implement the DEI Toolkit and Lexicon.

The Bulletin of the American College of Surgeons is the College’s monthly member magazine. It contains articles on topics that affect surgical practice and the surgical profession, including socioeconomic trends, surgical innovation, advocacy, professionalism, the surgical workforce, and more. 

For information on contributing an article to the Bulletin, review the Author Instructions.

Executive Director's Update

Celebrating a Year of Achievement at the ACS

Dr. Turner shares highlights and key successes of 2023, as outlined in the ACS annual report.
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Surgeons Can Champion Participation in ACS CoC Initiatives

Learn why surgeons should lead their institutions in participating in CoC accreditation programs and QI efforts.

A Look at The Joint Commission

New Sustainable Healthcare Certification Will Help Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Discover how this new certification program, set to launch January 2024, will help organizations expand their environmental sustainability efforts.

ACS Cancer Research Programs

Cancer QI Initiative Helps Increase Treatment Compliance

Gain insights into the Breaking Barriers QI initiative, which seeks to reduce the rate of radiation therapy no-shows by 20%.
From The Archives

First World War Catalyzes Forward Surgical Care

The evolution of mobile medical care, starting in World War I, is described.

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Major Awards at Clinical Congress 2023

Clinical Congress 2023 Highlights

Clinical Congress 2023 Highlights

Learn about key events, award winners, and honorees from the 2023 annual meeting.

Dr. Henri Ford Is Installed as ACS President

Dr. Henri Ford Is Installed as ACS President

Dr. Ford, a world-renowned pediatric surgeon, was installed as the 104th President of the ACS during the Clinical Congress 2023.
ACS President Exhorts Inclusive Excellence in Surgery

ACS President Exhorts Inclusive Excellence in Surgery

Dr. Ford’s Presidential Address underscored the importance of supporting inclusive excellence in surgical patient care.

Dr. Beth Sutton Is ACS President-Elect

Dr. Beth Sutton Is ACS President-Elect

Beth H. Sutton, MD, FACS, is the 2023–2024 President-Elect of the ACS.
Dr. Jonathan Woodson Becomes Fourth Recipient of ACS Lifetime Military Award

Dr. Jonathan Woodson Becomes Fourth Recipient of ACS Lifetime Military Award

USAR Major General (Retired) Jonathan Woodson, MD, MSS, FACS, MG, MC, received the ACS Lifetime Military Award at Clinical Congress 2023.

Seven Eminent Surgeons Are Awarded Honorary ACS Fellowship

Seven Eminent Surgeons Are Awarded Honorary ACS Fellowship

The career highlights of the 2023 Honorary Fellowship awardees are summarized.

News

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Full mCurriculum Course—Bridging Military and Civilian Trauma Surgery—Is Now Available

This free course is designed to improve the trauma surgery skills of deployed military surgeons, as well as surgeons operating in civilian settings.
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Report on ACSPA/ACS Activities, October 2023

Read about key initiatives and projects discussed at the October 2023 ACS Board of Directors meeting.
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Call for Nominations for ACS Officers-Elect and Board of Regents

The 2024 Nominating Committee of the Fellows and the Nominating Committee of the BoG is accepting nominations for College leadership positions.

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Member News, November-December 2023

Learn more about ACS members who have been recognized for noteworthy achievements.
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