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With “Real Momentum,” Total Artificial Heart Technology Faces Defining Chapter

The continuous-flow total artificial heart shows early promise for durable biventricular support and may reshape options for end-stage heart failure.

ACS Approves Statements on Sustainable Surgery, HIV, and Hepatitis

New ACS statement promotes sustainable surgery, while revised guidance addresses surgeon safety and blood-borne pathogen transmission.

Know the Symptoms of Colorectal Cancer

Learn the early signs and symptoms of colorectal cancer, when to seek care, and how early detection can improve treatment options and outcomes.

Support Bill to Stop Cuts to Work RVUs

Medicare policy changes are reducing surgeon work RVUs, threatening practice sustainability and patient access to care. These cuts fail to reflect the complexity of modern surgical practice. Watch the video and use SurgeonsVoice to urge Congress to protect reimbursement and preserve access to care.

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Pancreatic Cancer Treatment Is Changing for the Better

March 4, 2026

Pancreatic cancer care enters a new era as surgeons refine robotic Whipple techniques and test personalized vaccines to improve survival.

New Sentinel Event Reporting System Affects Surgical Practice

This framework enhances surgical safety by standardizing reporting, expanding near-miss learning, and aligning expectations across all care settings.

ACS Brief

ACS Releases Workplace Standards Framework to Support Sustainable Surgical Careers

March 3, 2026

ACS proposes adaptable workplace standards to align surgeon well-being, patient safety, and long-term workforce stability.

Research News

Repeal of Universal Motorcycle Helmet Laws Linked to 26% Increase in Crash-Related Hospital Costs

March 2, 2026

Repealing universal motorcycle helmet laws is associated with a significant increase in crash-related inpatient costs.

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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!

Events & Courses

Join March 25 Webinar on New CoC Accreditation for Rural Hospitals

Learn about tailored CoC accreditation for rural hospitals, expanding quality cancer care to underserved communities.

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.

Call for Abstracts

Call for abstracts for the Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference is open. Review our submission guidelines and submit your abstract by March 16.

Submit Your QSCC26 Abstracts by Monday