Young Fellows Association

Join High-Energy Future College Leaders

Help shape the future of the ACS and your specialty

Join High-Energy Future College Leaders

Experience, Leadership, and Opportunity

For surgeons age 45 and under, the Young Fellows Association (YFA) represents your interests while providing you a forum to shape the future of the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Get involved with other high-energy future College leaders to gain unique leadership, publication, and support opportunities.

Leadership

Young Fellows Association Leaders

View the governing council and workgroups helping young surgeons meet the varied needs of today’s ACS members, including workgroups dedicated to Advocacy; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; Education; Membership; and Quality.

Meet the Leaders

Young Fellows Association Leaders

Webinars

Webinars for Young Surgeons

Webinars created with young surgeons in mind. Make sure to check out what we have available.

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Membership

Submissions for Speakers Bureau

The Education Workgroup invites all Young Fellows to join the YFA Speakers Bureau.  Submit your application to share your expertise and experience.

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Resources and Opportunities

YFA Mentor Programs

YFA has 2 mentoring programs that provide career and skill-building educational opportunities and valuable engagement experiences for our members.

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Meetings and Events

A variety of meetings and events are sponsored by YFA throughout the year.

Exclusive Resources

Discover the members-only benefits accessible through your American College of Surgeons (ACS) member log in.

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