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Register for Clinical Congress

Secure your spot at Clinical Congress 2026, September 26–29 in Washington, DC, and experience the premier meeting for surgeons, featuring world-class faculty, impactful research, and practical insights you can bring back to your practice.

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Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference

Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference

Register for ACS QSCC, July 30–August 2, to gain practical strategies, data insights, and collaborate with leaders to advance quality and safety.
Apply for an ACS Committee

Apply for an ACS Committee

The ACS encourages members to actively contribute to the House of Surgery through participation in one of its committees. Apply today!
Program Directors: Enroll Your Residents in ACS Assessments and Curricula Support

Program Directors: Enroll Your Residents in ACS Assessments and Curricula Support

Enrollment is open for four ACS programs supporting surgical training from internship through senior residency.

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Hernia Repair Isn’t a One-Size-Fits-All Procedure
As hernia repair continues to advance, surgeons should individualize treatment to the needs of the patient in order to reduce risk of recurrence.
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Hernia Repair Isn’t a One-Size-Fits-All Procedure
Learn How Pediatric and General Surgeons Collaborate to Fill Gaps in Children’s Surgery
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Learn How Pediatric and General Surgeons Collaborate to Fill Gaps in Children’s Surgery

While children’s distinct physiology demands expertise, general surgeons can often manage common cases safely in order to meet workforce needs.
Only 1 in 5 Eligible Patients Receive Violence Intervention Services
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Only 1 in 5 Eligible Patients Receive Violence Intervention Services

Violence intervention programs are reaching at-risk trauma patients, but only about 1 in 5 eligible patients receive these services when available.
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Surgical Readings

Hear from one of the authors of a 2025 study on medical management and revascularization for asymptomatic carotid stenosis.
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Journal of the American College of Surgeons

The Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS) is a monthly peer-reviewed scientific journal. Read the latest issue today!

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Clinical Congress 2026

Clinical Congress 2026

Register today for Clinical Congress 2026, September 26–29 in Washington, DC.
Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference

Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference

Register for ACS QSCC, July 30–August 2, to gain practical strategies, data insights, and collaborate with leaders to advance quality and safety.
TQIP Annual Conference

TQIP Annual Conference

The call for abstracts is now open! Tell us about interesting initiatives at your center—submit your abstract by May 31.
Discover How Global Surgery Can Help Retired Surgeons Find Purpose

Discover How Global Surgery Can Help Retired Surgeons Find Purpose

The ACS Senior Fellows Society hosts a webinar on opportunities, ethics, and logistics of global surgical volunteer work.
Register for Surgical Palliative Care Symposium in April

Register for Surgical Palliative Care Symposium in April

Join the virtual Surgical Palliative Care Symposium on April 23 to explore patient-centered strategies and emerging research.
Newly Matched Residents: Register Today for ACS Residency Readiness Course

Newly Matched Residents: Register Today for ACS Residency Readiness Course

Prepare for intern year with the ACS Residency Readiness Course featuring hands-on training and real-world scenarios.

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