Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery: A Resource for Resident/Fellow Surgical Education

The American College of Surgeons (ACS) Cancer Surgery Standards Program (CSSP) will hosted an educational webinar on the Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery (OSCS) for surgical trainees. In collaboration with the Resident and Associate Society (RAS) of the ACS, this webinar introduced the OSCS manuals and highlighted how these surgical guidelines can serve as a resource for trainees. These operative frameworks highlight key critical steps of commonly performed operations, facilitating better conceptualization for trainees and all learners.

Watch to learn how the operative standards can help residents prepare for operative cases, anticipate next steps, and understand the oncologic rationale for why specific techniques are used. Email CSSP@facs.org with questions.

Program objectives  

• Introduce the Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery.
• Illustrate how operative standards can improve trainee development and patient care.
• Discuss best practices for incorporating the operative standards into clinical practice.

Educational Materials 

• Visual Abstract
• Introduction video

Speakers  

• Russell S. Berman, MD, FACS
• Michelle Horowitz, MD
• Kelly K. Hunt, MD, FACS, FSSO
• Amanda L. Kong, MD, FACS
• Sarah Rudasill, MD
• Jack W. Sample, MD
• Anthony Villano, MD