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The Office of the National Coordinator for Health Information Technology (ONC), in collaboration with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General (OIG), released the 21st …
CHICAGO—Implementing a standardized quality verification program in hospitals can significantly enhance surgical care, as demonstrated by a review study published in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS). This review provides comprehensive …
CHICAGO — With the number of adult cancer survivors in the United States expected to reach 23 million by 2032,* the long-term needs of this population are growing yet often poorly understood and addressed. A new survey study of cancer care facilities …
CHICAGO: Many trauma patients face a myriad of challenges when recovering from a traumatic injury, problems that can be compounded when their English proficiency is limited. An outreach program to Spanish-speaking trauma patients can help improve access to …
Submissions Due by August 1 You are invited to submit abstracts of your clinical trials and studies to be considered for presentation at a dedicated Scientific Forum session at Clinical Congress 2024 in San Francisco, CA. This High-Impact Clinical Trials …
Enrollment Email kmaruyama@facs.org for registration. Course Fee $30 Includes: Admission to the live webinar and access to credit claiming One 56-page, full color patient education booklet*, Your Breast Cancer Surgery for review, use, and evaluation (a $30 …
CHICAGO– Skin cancer is by far the most commonly diagnosed cancer, affecting an estimated 1 in 5 Americans in their lifetime, but it is also one of the most preventable types of cancer. “The vast majority of skin cancers are caused by sun exposure …
On March 16, 2024, the American Board of Urology (ABU) launched the Continuing Urologic Certification (CUC) program, representing the latest evolution in the recertification process, following Maintenance of Certification and Lifelong Learning (LLL). CUC …
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The American College of Surgeons (ACS) commends the public health approach to reducing firearm violence outlined in the U.S. Surgeon General’s Advisory, “Firearm Violence: A Public Health Crisis in America,” released today. The report …
Past experience serving as a member of one of ACS H.O.P.E’s subcommittees (Advocacy, Domestic, Education, or International) is preferred. Applicants must have experience in the global surgery/public health space, whether it be teaching, research, …
This webinar is part of a series highlighting selected video-based education sessions from Clinical Congress 2023. This month's free webinar includes presentations from the gastrointestinal disease sessions. Attendees will gain familiarity with various …
CHICAGO — A new study showcases a successful quality improvement program that significantly enhances surgical safety. By implementing a standardized handoff protocol, known as SHRIMPS, the study demonstrates how effective communication in operating rooms ( …
Introduction Cadaver dissection has been the traditional method for teaching and learning anatomy in medical education since the 3rd century. By the 18th century, cadaver-based teaching had become a core component of medical education.1 However, the COVID- …
At the recent ACS Board of Regents Meeting, new leaders were elected to the ACS Foundation, which supports College initiatives through voluntary donations. The new leaders are: Chair: H. Randolph Bailey, MD, FACS, professor of surgery at McGovern Medical …
CHICAGO — Robert A. Montgomery, MD, DPhil, FACS, a distinguished transplant surgeon renowned for pioneering "domino" paired kidney donations and leading the world’s first successful pig-to-human kidney xenotransplant, is the recipient of this …
Study Clarifies Link between Obesity and Surgical Complications The Bulletin of the American College of Surgeons breaks down a study published in the Journal of the American College Surgeons that explores the links between obesity, length of surgical …
S. Bobby Mukkamala, MD, FACS, an otolaryngologist—head and neck surgeon in Flint, Michigan, last week was chosen as the 2024–2025 president-elect of the American Medical Association (AMA) at the AMA House of Delegates Annual Meeting in Chicago. He will …
The American College of Surgeons is proud to acknowledge facilities that have been verified through the ACS Power of Quality program. These surgical quality leaders are committed to the highest standards of patient care, providing surgical teams with the …
The ACS has long supported the well-being of surgeons and understanding what drives burnout, depression, suicidal ideation, and moral distress. To further this commitment, the ACS Surgeon Well-Being Workgroup is conducting a well-being survey for surgeons …
