Apply to become the next Editor-in-Chief of Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS)! JACS publishes high-quality original articles on all aspects of surgery, including clinical studies, review articles, and experimental investigations.

⏱️ The deadline to apply is Monday, June 17! brnw.ch/21wJOCY

On Saturday, President Biden announced his his intent to appoint several accomplished individuals to serve on the National Cancer Advisory Board, including ACS Fellow and surgical oncologist Callisia Clarke MD.

Congratulations, Dr. Clarke! National Cancer Institute ACS Cancer Programs brnw.ch/21wJO4o

The second Blue Ribbon Committee on Surgical Education (BRC II) has announced 31 recommendations for enhancing medical student education, work-life integration, and wellness, & ultimately optimizing the future of surgical education: ow.ly/r5JR50RFTZm

American College of Surgeons ACGME

Thrilled to work with American College of Surgeons BOG& American Board of Surgery on this. Revolutionizing support during pregnancy.
➡️ stop 24-hr/overnight call >30 wks
➡️surgeons self-determine need to cut back (don’t need bed rest to rest!)
➡️rec >6wks leave w/o vacay time (1/2)
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The ACS recognizes that a successful surgical career should not preclude a surgeon’s choice to be a parent. We have revised two statements on the importance of workplace support for pregnancy, parental leave, and lactation for surgeons and trainees. brnw.ch/21wJMmI

Dean Henri R. Ford, MD, MHA, FACS, FRCS(Eng), FAAP’s role as president American College of Surgeons is taking him #international ! He is #traveling around the #world to represent the #ACS , contribute to advocacy efforts, and represent the interests of #surgeons everywhere. Read more: loom.ly/SYMZi7M

A psychologically safe workplace is imperative for the high-stress and high-demand space of the OR. Some steps surgeons can take to create psychological safety:

1️⃣ Set the stage
2️⃣ Seek feedback
3️⃣ Be approachable
4️⃣ Respond appropriately brnw.ch/21wJLxX

Is surgeon advocacy a professional interest or a physician's responsibility? In this viewpoint article, Michael Visenio argues that education introducing trainees to advocacy and health policy would prime future physicians for involvement in advocacy efforts. brnw.ch/21wJJT6

💡 How can surgery as a profession best educate the next generation of surgeons? The second Blue Ribbon Committee on Surgical Education recently announced 31 recommendations for optimizing the future of surgical education. brnw.ch/21wJIRM

The history of breast reconstruction unfolds as a testament to our collective and unwavering commitment to overcome cancer and restore the human body and spirit.

In this month's Bulletin, read about the evolution of breast cancer patient care. brnw.ch/21wJHWF

Attend the upcoming virtual Fireside Chat with ACS Past-President Dr. L.D. Britt. As the Chair of the Department of Surgery at Eastern Virginia Medical School, Dr. Britt will discuss his career and lessons learned.

🗓️: Thursday, May 30, 7 PM CST brnw.ch/21wJHKd

🔉 ACS members: the Surgeon’s Dashboard makes it easy to take advantage of the College’s education opportunities.

➡️ Find available courses
➡️ Claim CME credits
➡️ View the ACS events calendar

...and more! brnw.ch/21wJGSk

ACS Fellow Dr. Daniel E. Hall from Veterans Health developed a 30-second screening tool that can be used to reduce postoperative mortality among frail patients who are at risk for surgical complications.

📝 More from Lenworth Jacobs The Joint Commission: brnw.ch/21wJGtM

So thrilled w/ our annual American College of Surgeons ACS COT state chapter meeting - our first hands-on workshop w/ invaluable lessons on taking care of critically injured patients. Thank you speakers Kaitlin Ritter Andrew Young Munier Nazzal Obi Davies-Ekwenna, MD FACS & Michael Sutherland for visiting!

📣 We are accepting nominations for the annual Cancer Liaison Physician (CLP) Outstanding Performance Award program. A CLP is an integral and required member of a CoC-accredited cancer program.

🗓️ Nominations are due to ACS Cancer Programs by June 5! brnw.ch/21wJFm9

Check out our list of interactive preconference workshops being offered at #ACSQSC24 this July.

The 'From Apprentice to Master' workshop will teach you the techniques needed to play a vital role in quality improvement efforts! brnw.ch/21wJEMv

In the May Executive Director's Update, Patricia L. Turner, MD, MBA, FACS details the ACS’s relationship with urological surgeons, dating back to 1922 when the first one received an Honorary Fellowship in the College. Amer. Urol. Assn. brnw.ch/21wJD6L

🏆 We are accepting nominations for two prestigious 2024 resident awards:

⭐ ACS Resident Award for Exemplary Teaching
⭐ Jameson L. Chassin, MD, FACS, Award for Professionalism in General Surgery

Submit nominations by June 10! brnw.ch/21wJCrJ

When is it time for the senior surgeon to put down the scalpel? While there isn’t a definitive answer to this question, we can provide guidance on how to assess and maintain career-long competency.

Read more in the new May issue of the Bulletin 👇 brnw.ch/21wJBgR