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New ACS President Urges Surgeons to Unite for the Profession, Patients
Newly installed ACS President E. Christopher Ellison, MD, FACS, MAMSE, chose “Surgeons United” as his presidential theme. He explained its meaning during the Convocation Ceremony at Clinical Congress in San Diego.
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Clinical Congress Named Lectures Are Ready to View On Demand
Clinical Congress 2022 offered 12 lectures—including a new Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Lecture and the Excelsior Surgical Society/Edward D. Churchill Lecture on abdominal trauma. Lecturers also discussed wearable tech, health equity, and more.
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Cautious Opioid Use Needed in Pain Management Toolkit
Bridget Fahy, MD, FACS, and John A. Harvin, MD, MS, FACS, facilitated a Town Hall discussion on what constitutes a rational and reasonable approach to safe opioid prescribing, including patient education and setting clear expectations with the patient and caregivers.
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Fast-Paced Session Covers 10 Hot Topics in General Surgery
ACS Regent Kenneth W. Sharp, MD, FACS, MAMSE, and ACS President E. Christopher Ellison, MD, FACS, MAMSE, moderated the discussion on treatment for parastomal hernia, the use of hyperbaric oxygen, and more.
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Catch Up on Announcements from Clinical Congress 2022
Clinical Congress 2022 featured announcements of a bold ACS-wide initiative, a new surgical education resource, and new College leaders.
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Top Awards Recognize Leaders and Contributors in Surgery
More than two dozen surgeons, trainees, and others were honored with special awards presented during Clinical Congress 2022. Recognition included the Distinguished Service Award, Inspiring Women in Surgery Award, Owen H. Wangensteen Scientific Forum Award, and awards for philanthropy, volunteerism and humanitarianism, advocacy, mentorship, professionalism, teaching, posters, and research.
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Clinical Congress Leaves Favorable Impression on San Diego Teenagers, Economy
For more than 20 years, high school students in Clinical Congress host cities have been introduced to surgeons and members of the surgical team who offer insights into having a career in medicine and surgery. This year, 75 students were invited from five San Diego High Schools to participate in A Day with the American College of Surgeons.
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CME Credit Is Available for Clinical Congress
Through May 1, 2023, all registered Clinical Congress 2022 attendees have continued access to the on-demand library of educational content and the opportunity to claim Continuing Medical Education credits.
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Video: Hear about Attendees’ Experiences at CC 2022
Clinical Congress participants—from medical students to seasoned surgeons—share their perspectives on the opportunity to engage with their peers, learn from experts in the field, share their science, and more while attending this year’s meeting.
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First Hybrid Clinical Congress Strikes Positive Notes with Participants
The first hybrid Clinical Congress drew approximately 11,800 individuals from 116 countries, including more than 9,600 who traveled to San Diego to attend activities in person.
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Gain Knowledge from Clinical Congress On Demand
Attendees of Clinical Congress 2022 may access content by visiting the virtual meeting platform. An on-demand library of educational content and the opportunity to claim Continuing Medical Education credits are available until May 1, 2023.
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Bookmark Clinical Congress News on Your Browser
The official news source of Clinical Congress continues to provide updates from this year’s conference, including videos, articles, and photos highlighting sessions, announcements, and activities from San Diego.
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Thank You to Exhibitors for Showcasing Industry Innovations
Returning to an in-person format for the first time since 2019, exhibitors showcased 3 years of innovation in surgery and patient care during the 3-day exhibition.
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Mark Your Calendar with Key Dates for Clinical Congress 2023
It’s never too early to start planning ahead for Clinical Congress 2023, which will bring together world-renowned experts in clinical research and surgical education in Boston next fall.
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Book Your Hotel in Boston for Clinical Congress 2023
For those who are planning to attend Clinical Congress 2023 in person, hotel reservations are being accepted through the official housing provider for the ACS. Booking ahead offers the peace of mind that comes with securing a preferred room at the best price with no upfront cost.
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Dr. Henri Ford Is ACS President-Elect
During the Annual Business Meeting of Members, world-renowned pediatric surgeon and prolific surgeon-scientist Henri R. Ford, MD, MHA, FACS, FRCS, FAAP, was elected President-Elect of the American College of Surgeons. With a strong reputation for mentorship and sponsorship, Dr. Ford is passionate about training the next generation of physicians and physician-scientists. He also works to promote health equity and ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion are woven into the educational and clinical fabric of medicine.
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Town Hall Confronts the Challenge of Work-Life Balance for Women in Surgery
Elizabeth R. Benjamin, MD, PhD, FACS, and Jamie Jones Coleman, MD, FACS, led a discussion on productive methods and approaches to making time for family and other obligations outside of work while pursuing career-driven ambitions.
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Lessons Learned from Ukrainian Crisis Discussed as Special Session
In a Special Session on civilian and military surgical needs in Ukraine, Hnat Herych, MD, PhD, a surgeon from the western city of Lviv, described the difficulty in watching his fellow Ukrainian citizens experience devastating war injuries.
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Surgeons Play a Key Role in Addressing US Firearm Violence
Brendan T. Campbell, MD, MPH, FACS, and Bindi Naik-Mathuria, MD, MPH, FACS, were part of a panel that provided an overview of past efforts by the ACS and other organizations to address gun violence, the current state of the shared response, and the work to come.
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Will Virtual Reality Models Become Standard Practice in Surgical Planning?
Panelists, including Jay A. Redan, MD, FACS, discussed how 3-D imaging and augmented reality can be used to prevent perioperative errors, specifically by improving oncologic margins, reducing blood loss, and reducing hospital length of stay.
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Rapid-Fire Session to Cover 10 Hot Topics in General Surgery
ACS President E. Christopher Ellison, MD, FACS, MAMSE, and Regent Kenneth W. Sharp, MD, FACS, MAMSE, will moderate discussion on common questions, debates, issues, and trends in general surgery for the 10th consecutive year. The focus is on practical considerations rather than unusual diseases or operations.
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Experts Will Share Risk Mitigation Strategies to Ensure Optimal Patient Outcomes
“While a surgeon’s technical skill remains paramount, the complexity of surgical procedures today requires high-performing interprofessional teams that employ practices to enhance communication, coordination, and reliability in ensuring optimal outcomes,” said Juan Sanchez, MD, FACS, one of the moderators of Ten Hot Topics in Patient Safety.
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Don’t Forget to Claim Your Credit
Through May 1, 2023, registered attendees of Clinical Congress will have continued access to an on-demand library of educational content and the opportunity to claim Continuing Medical Education credits.
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Question of the Day: What Important Thing Did You Learn This Year?
Clinical Congress attendees reflect on what they have learned and what they will take away from this year’s conference in San Diego.
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Abcarian Lecturer Advocates for Continued Research and Critical Thinking to Improve Care
In the Herand Abcarian Lecture, David E. Beck, MD, FACS, discussed how applying critical thinking toward each component of perioperative care can lead to advances in workflow efficiencies and improved patient outcomes.
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Enhanced Self-Assessment Is Key for the Aging Surgeon
Chair of the ACS Board of Regents Anton N. Sidawy, MD, MPH, FACS, DFSVS, MAMSE, moderated a Town Hall session addressing factors for determining whether a surgeon should continue to operate. “Being too old to operate is not the same thing as retiring,” he said.
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Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Lecture Debuts
Bruce D. Schirmer, MD, FACS, MAMSE, will deliver the inaugural lecture sponsored by the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery. Once considered a fringe specialty, bariatric surgery is now recognized for decreasing the mortality rate of these procedures tenfold over 20 years.
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Special Panel Highlights Collaboration between Surgeons and Anesthesiologists on Payment Issues
The ACS and American Society of Anesthesiologists held a Special Session addressing how to better develop and advocate for long-term solutions that recognize the full value of surgical care to the health of communities, including overcoming challenges with Medicare and private pay.
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Today Is the Last Day to Visit ACS Central
Today is the final day to explore ACS Central, located in the center of the Exhibit Hall. There is space to relax, recharge devices, have a snack, talk with colleagues, update your member profile, and sit for a free professional headshot.
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Attend Annual Business Meeting of Members
The Annual Business Meeting is an opportunity for Members to stay up to date on important College business. ACS Officers and Governors are elected at this event each year.
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Savor San Diego at Taste of the City
Meeting participants and their families are invited to this complimentary event to close out their Clinical Congress 2022 experience. Food, drinks, entertainment, and camaraderie are on the menu to celebrate the conclusion of the College’s first in-person meeting in 3 years.
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Question of the Day: What Is One Key Takeaway from the Conference So Far?
Attendees describe some of the concepts they will take home with them from this year’s Clinical Congress in San Diego.
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New Quality Campaign Is Unveiled during Opening Ceremony
The ACS “Power of Quality” Campaign is designed to spark conversation about surgical quality that saves and improves lives. The multiyear initiative promotes wider adoption of ACS Quality Programs, increased surgeon engagement, advocacy for the use of ACS quality metrics in public policy, and patient recognition of the excellence of ACS programs.
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Four Key Trauma System Principles Drive Best Opportunity for Successful Patient Outcomes
In the Scudder Oration on Trauma, Ronald M. Stewart, MD, FACS, will describe significant milestones in trauma care and outline a strategy to drive the ongoing mission of the ACS Commission on Trauma to improve the care for the injured patient.