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Welcome to the ACS’s media and breaking news hub. Here, we disseminate information about the surgical profession, advances in surgery, updates on the College’s surgical quality and educational programs, and health policy issues that affect surgeons and their patients. We maintain relationships with the medical news community to amplify the impact of the College’s key activities.

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Executive Director's Update

The ACS in Action: Engaging More than Just Surgeons

Dr. Turner highlights the College’s resources that focus on engaging a global audience.

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The ACS in Action: Engaging More than Just Surgeons

ACS Brief

Join March 13 Fireside Chat with Dr. Keith Lillemoe, Chief of Surgery at MGH
ACS Brief

Join March 13 Fireside Chat with Dr. Keith Lillemoe, Chief of Surgery at MGH

Dr. Lillemoe has a long history of service as a surgical educator at Johns Hopkins Hospital, the Indiana University School of Medicine, and Harvard.
Two Surgical Disciplines Rank in 100 Best Jobs Report
ACS Brief

Two Surgical Disciplines Rank in 100 Best Jobs Report

Find out which two specialties made the top 100, and hear from surgeons who love their job.
Recognize Surgical Altruism, Philanthropy with Volunteerism Award
ACS Brief

Recognize Surgical Altruism, Philanthropy with Volunteerism Award

Submit a nomination for the ACS/Pfizer Surgical Volunteerism and Humanitarian Awards to recognize surgical altruism.

Bulletin of the American College of Surgeons

GSV Implementation Improves Rate of Patients Discharged Home after Surgery
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GSV Implementation Improves Rate of Patients Discharged Home after Surgery

Learn about the key findings and experiences of the first site to achieve ACS GSV Program verified status.

JACS Highlights February 2025
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JACS Highlights February 2025

Read capsule summaries of articles appearing in the February 2025 of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.
Pioneers Advance Surgical Management of Lung Cancer
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Pioneers Advance Surgical Management of Lung Cancer

Learn about the evolution of lung cancer treatment, including details concerning the first successful pneumonectomy.