Review the Bylaws of the RAS-ACS.
The mission of this organization is to:
While other medical societies have developed similar resident organizations, the RAS-ACS is the only surgical organization devoted to the concerns and needs of all surgical residents and young surgeons.
The RAS Governing Board is comprised of the chair, vice-chair, and secretary of the Executive Committee and the chairs of the six standing committees: Advocacy & Issues, Associate Fellow, Communication, Education, Global Surgery, and Membership. Each standing committee is led by a chair, vice-chair, and secretary. Meet the current RAS Leadership.
Membership in the Resident and Associate Society of the American College of Surgeons is automatic when you become a Resident Member or an Associate Fellow. Resident Membership in the ACS is open to all surgical residents enrolled in an accredited graduate education program. Associate Fellowship in the ACS is open to young surgeons who are within five years of graduation from formal surgical residency training.
Participation in RAS-ACS provides the following benefits:
Use this form to let us know which committee(s) you're interested in joining. You will automatically be added to the mailing list.