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Journal of the American College of Surgeons

JACS is a monthly peer-reviewed journal publishing original contributions on all aspects of surgery, including scientific articles, collective reviews, experimental investigations, and more. It’s a membership benefit for all active ACS Fellows, and Associate and Resident members.

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The official scientific publication of the American College of Surgeons. Formerly known as Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics (1905–1994), JACS has the goal of providing its readership the highest-quality rapid retrieval of information relevant to surgeons.

JACS is a monthly peer-reviewed journal publishing original contributions on all aspects of surgery. These contributions include original scientific articles, collective reviews, experimental investigations with clear clinical relevance, and a surgeon-at-work section. Access to JACS online and JACS CME online is available to all members of the ACS.

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December 2024 – Volume 239 – Issue 6
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December 2024 – Volume 239 – Issue 6

​​Journal of the American College of Surgeons the official scientific journal of the American College of Surgeons, is a monthly peer-reviewed journal publishing original contributions on all aspects of surgery. Contributions include original clinical studies, review articles, and experimental investigations with clear clinical relevance.
Contemporary Evaluation of Work-Life Integration and Well-Being in US Surgical Residents: A National Mixed-Methods Study
Original Scientific Article

Contemporary Evaluation of Work-Life Integration and Well-Being in US Surgical Residents: A National Mixed-Methods Study

Work-life conflicts are common among surgical residents and are associated with poor resident wellbeing. However, well-designed, program-level interventions have the potential to support work-life integration in surgical residency.
Resident and Fellow Performance and Supervision in Surgical Oncology Procedures
Original Scientific Article

Resident and Fellow Performance and Supervision in Surgical Oncology Procedures

Senior surgery residents and fellows fail to achieve practice-ready performance for core general surgical oncology procedures. High-performing trainees are rarely provided with lower levels of supervisory input.

Article Collections

Lung Cancer Awareness Month
JACS

Lung Cancer Awareness Month

The latest developments in lung cancer surgery.
Mental Health, Wellbeing, and Burnout
JACS

Mental Health, Wellbeing, and Burnout

Insights into the unique mental health challenges faced by surgeons and patients.
Surgical Innovation and AI
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Surgical Innovation and AI

Advancements in surgical technology and artificial intelligence.
Breast Cancer
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Breast Cancer

Innovative techniques and the latest research in breast cancer surgery.

Operative Word Podcast

The hosts speak with JACS authors about the motivation behind their latest research and the clinical implications it has for the practicing surgeon.

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Articles in Press

"Articles in Press" contains peer-reviewed and accepted articles to be published in this journal.

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JACS Talking Points: Research in Action

Impact of Authenticity on Mental Health

Dr Ching discusses her recently published article in JACS, Protective Effects of Authenticity Against Depression, Suicide, and Burnout among Surgeons.

History

Launched in 1905 as Surgery, Gynecology & Obstetrics, and originally priced at $5/year, The Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS) actually predates the foundation of the ACS itself. Begun by Dr. Franklin Martin, a gynecologist from Wisconsin, the journal included articles, abstracts, book reviews, editorials, and, in the beginning, society news. In 1910, all subscribers to the publication were invited to gather in Chicago as a kind of travel club to observe and study surgery firsthand.

In 1911 a permanent organization was proposed, and by 1913 the American College of Surgeons began. In 1994, the journal’s name changed to the one we recognize today. JACS is the official scientific publication of the American College of Surgeons. Today, JACS focuses on original work of clinical relevance.

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