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Time Is Running Out for Early Bird Clinical Congress Discount

August 12, 2025

Clinical Congress 2025 is just around the corner—and the deadline to secure your spot with the early bird discount is next Monday, August 18.

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Community Surgeons Are Needed for ACS H.O.P.E. Ambassador Program

August 12, 2025

The ACS Health Outreach Program for Equity in Global Surgery (ACS H.O.P.E.) Ambassador Program honors the dedication of nonacademic, community-based surgeons from high-income countries (HICs) who have consistently provided volunteer clinical care in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs), often through long-standing and trusted partnerships.

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Joint Meeting of North and South Carolina Chapters Marks Milestone

August 12, 2025

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The 2025 North Carolina/South Carolina ACS Joint Annual Meeting, held July 11–12 at the historic Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina, was a gathering focused on surgical excellence, innovation, and collegiality. 

Against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, 134 attendees from across the Carolinas convened for two inspiring days of scholarly exchange, professional development, and memorable fellowship celebrating the 50th anniversary of both chapters.

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

August 12, 2025 Issue

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Surgeons Describe Pivoting from Community Practice to Academic Practice

Academic surgery provides many fulfilling opportunities outside of clinical practice, including research, education, and leadership roles that may not always be available to surgeons in pure community practice—but transitioning to an academic setting after community practice may be challenging if a surgeon has no prior track record of academic productivity. Watch a recent webinar where surgeons share their experiences and lessons learned on obtaining an academic job after being in community practice and how to navigate the academic landscape after the transition.

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