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ACS Provides Guidance for Senior Surgeons Facing an Age-Old Question

A new focus on comprehensive, lifelong competency for surgeons will help create a culture of safety and transparency.

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ACS Provides Guidance for Senior Surgeons Facing an Age-Old Question

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Blue Ribbon Committee II Advises Sweeping Changes in Surgical Education
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Blue Ribbon Committee II Advises Sweeping Changes in Surgical Education

The BRC II developed more than 30 recommendations, covering topics from diversity to finance, with the goal of enhancing medical student education.

Psychological Safety in the OR Improves Outcomes and Performance
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Psychological Safety in the OR Improves Outcomes and Performance

To create a psychologically safe OR, surgeons can solicit peers and subordinates for feedback and embrace those who do speak up.

Long COVID May Have Long-Term Impact on Surgery
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Long COVID May Have Long-Term Impact on Surgery

Preoperative cognitive impairment in long COVID patients may obscure a clinician’s ability to properly care for patients undergoing elective surgery.

The Bulletin of the American College of Surgeons is the College’s monthly member magazine. It contains articles on topics that affect surgical practice and the surgical profession, including socioeconomic trends, surgical innovation, advocacy, professionalism, the surgical workforce, and more. 

For information on contributing an article to the Bulletin, review the Author Instructions.

Executive Director's Update

A Century of Camaraderie for Urological Surgeons at the ACS

Dr. Turner’s column focuses on the ACS’s engagement with urology surgeons and their efforts to advance the specialty.
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Surgeon Advocacy during Training: Professional Interest or Physician Responsibility?

Developing basic advocacy skills during training may make initial involvement in this activity less intimidating and more readily fulfilling.

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Chief Surgical Officers Are Needed in Hospitals with Complex OR Environments

Learn about the qualifications—and primary responsibilities—of the chief surgical officer role.

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The History of Breast Reconstruction Is a Journey of Resilience

Learn about early approaches to breast reconstruction that led to the evolution of modern surgical techniques.

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Observations from Breast Patients Reveal Barriers to Achieving Timely Care

The PROMPT for Breast Patients study—a 2-year quality collaborative of the ACS NAPBC—was completed in January 2024.
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Observations from Breast Patients Reveal Barriers to Achieving Timely Care

The PROMPT for Breast Patients study—a 2-year quality collaborative of the ACS NAPBC—was completed in January 2024.

Leadership & Advocacy Summit Unites Surgeons, Inspires Change

Review highlights from the ACS summit, including insights from a panel of CEOs and strategies for developing impactful advocacy.

Discover the Power of Value at the 2024 Quality and Safety Conference

Registration is now open for the 2024 Quality and Safety Conference, which will take place July 18-21 in Denver, Colorado.

Thank You National Doctors’ Day Contributors

Several individuals contributed to the ACS Foundation in recognition of those who helped inspire their careers.

JACS Highlights

Read capsule summaries of articles appearing in the May 2024 issue of the Journal of the American College of Surgeons.

Member News May 2024

Learn more about ACS members who have been recognized for noteworthy achievements.
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