Departments 
Looking forward – September 2021(0)
Dr. Hoyt provides an update on ACS diversity, equity, inclusion, and antiracism initiatives including a virtual summit that convened the House of Surgery in June to discuss the provision of equitable and value-based care, the work of the Board of Governors Diversity Pillar, and the hiring of the new ACS Director of Diversity
Role of radiation in the treatment of pancreatic adenocarcinoma in the neoadjuvant setting
Summarizes the findings of recent studies examining the role of radiation therapy in the treatment of pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma in the contemporary neoadjuvant setting.
The 21st Century Cures Act Final Rule
Note: Psychotherapy notes are excluded from the definition of EHI for purposes of the information-blocking regulations.
2020 Eisenberg Award winners show dedication to QI despite challenges of pandemic
The notable achievements of the recipients of the 2020 John M. Eisenberg Patient Safety and Quality Awards are highlighted.
The impact of brickmaking on Franklin Martin’s character and self-confidence
Franklin H. Martin’s, MD, FACS, work as a brickmaker during his formative years enhanced his stamina, focus, and teamwork skills, which he demonstrated later in his foundational work in surgery.
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- Looking forward – August 2021
- Tips and strategies to maximize the use and impact of social media
- New award recognizes hospitals that are working to reduce health care disparities
- Looking forward – July 2021
- Surgical oncology for the general surgeon
- Joint Commission launches new advanced certification program in spine surgery
- Presidential illness, privacy, and a surgeon’s character: Some artifacts
- Looking forward – June 2021
- Letters to the Editor
- Using the palliative performance scale to increase goals of care conversations
- Surgical emergencies in advanced cancer patients: How to navigate a perilous time
- What surgeons should know about: Reporting new office/outpatient E/M codes
- Vaccination hesitancy and a positive response to the call to action for volunteers
- Looking forward – May 2021
- Reducing duration of postoperative prophylactic antibiotics in neonatal surgery
