Webinars for the Global Surgical Community

The International Relations Committee hosts free webinars on topics important to the global surgical community. These webinars provide both an educational experience and discussion forum so that international surgeons can learn, pose questions, and share ideas with leaders in the global surgical community.

Live webinars are held regularly, and recordings of past webinars are available on demand.

Upcoming Webinar

The Impact of Natural Disasters on the OR

Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 3:00–4:00 pm US CT

Panelists will discuss how natural disasters can significantly impact the OR. This webinar will examine the impact of natural disasters on patterns of acute surgical presentations and the surgeon's role in disaster response.

Learn More and Register

Operative Standards for Colon Cancer

Thursday, April 24 from 4:30–5:30 pm US CT

During this webinar, panelists will share information on how the Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery manuals provide guidelines for surgeons who treat colon cancer that can be applied internationally. Panelists will share how surgeons can access and utilize the standards in their practice.

Learn More and Register

Operative Standards for Breast Cancer

Tuesday, May 6 from 5:00–6:00 pm US CT

Join the IRC and the Cancer Surgery Standards Program for this free webinar. Presenters will share information on how the Operative Standards for Cancer Surgery provide resources for Breast Cancer that can be applied internationally and how surgeons can access and utilize the standards in their practice.

Learn More and Register

Past Webinars—Recordings Available

M Curriculum: An Introduction to Practicing in Conflict Zones

Members from the MHSSPACS introduce the Military Clinical Readiness Curriculum to International Surgeons.

Clinical Congress: Tips and Tricks to Proposal Writing

Panelists discuss how surgeons can gain experience through submitting a Clinical Congress Proposal.

HeForShe: How to Be a Champion in Surgery

Learn strategies for championing surgeons, what it means to champion a person’s career, and how to become a champion of surgery and female surgeons.

The Importance of Being a Champion in Surgery

In this webinar, hear about what to consider when choosing a champion and how champions can significantly bolster the careers of female surgeons.

How to Find a Mentor That Works for You

Hear from experts in the surgical field and discuss how to find the best mentor that fits your needs as a surgeon.

Well-Being Resources for Residents Around the World

Residents discuss wellness and well-being in their countries, what resources are or are not available, and how these options affect residents.

Emergencies in Colorectal Surgery

This webinar aims to provide surgeons the know-how and decision-making skills necessary for emergency conditions in colorectal surgery.

Extreme Liver Surgery Around the World

A webinar hosted by the ACS International Relations Committee on extreme liver surgery around the world.

Trauma Training in a Double South-to-North Collaboration

This webinar discusses the unique experience of the first surgical resident in Belgium to complete a 12-month trauma training program overseas.

Emergency Gastrointestinal Surgery: Improving Outcomes in Resource-Constrained Settings

This webinar focuses on the burden of emergency gastrointestinal surgery in resource-constrained settings and how it effects patient outcomes.

HeForShe: Overcoming Barriers in Surgery

Dr. Mustafa shares the challenges, obstacles, and successes she experienced while becoming a successful leading surgeon in an area dominated by men.

Building Sustainable Global Surgical Programs Through Education

Panelists share will their experiences in addressing surgical care disparities to help improve patient care.

Trainees Making a Global Impact

Dr. Moustafa discuses global disparities in surgical care, the ethical considerations for surgeons, and suggestions on how to make a global impact.

HeForShe: Pathways to Leadership in Surgery

Listen to our panelists share how they created their personal pathways to leadership roles in the US and Kuwait.

How to Put Your Clinical Program into Practice

Leading surgeons explain how they introduced new clinical programs to their institutions and discuss obstacles and barriers they faced.

HeForShe: COSECSA Scholars

Two COSECSA scholars discuss mentorship relationships and opportunities as well as barriers and gaps they have encountered along their journey.

International HeForShe: Why Doing the Right Thing Matters

A panel of international surgeons will share their stories on being an ally to female surgeons and why they support the HeForShe Movement.