2020

January 2020

Volume 105, Issue 1

AHRQ Safety Program for ISCR to include emergency general surgery in 2020

Consensus guidelines for genetic testing of breast cancer patients are described

2020 MFPS policy changes are summarized

Updates to QPP in MFPS are identified

February 2020

Volume 105, Issue 2

The 2019 Jonasson Lecture, delivered by Dr. Scott-Connor, is presented

ACS’ latest efforts to halt surprise billing are summarized

An update on trauma-related policy is provided

Current young-onsent colorectal cancer research and treatment is outlined

March 2020

Volume 105, Issue 3

GSMSG helps Kurds develop self-sustaining health care system

Advocate of the Year offers advice for future leaders

A profile of Robert McClelland, MD, FACS, describes his contribution to the formation of SGRS

April 2020

Volume 105, Issue 4

New ACS rural surgery verification program, including first pilot site visit, is described

A thoracic surgeon’s perspective on a drop in lung cancer mortality is provided

CAFE study development is described as is its role in determining variation in trauma patient care

The tragic death of Dr. Isaac David Burrell led his colleagues to expand access to surgical care for black Appalachians

July 2020

Volume 105, Issue 5

Surgeons’ role during conquistador expeditions in 16th century Florida are described

Governor's survey examines workforce challenges

Surprise billing leads ACS advocacy focus at the state level

ACS site visit reviewers ensure surgical patients receive quality care

October 2020

Volume 105, Issue 6

Discusses and provides guidance on intimate partner violence in surgical culture

Complications and gaps in pediatric patient care in rural hospitals is examined

The ALLIANCE A021806 trial is discussed, which could transform the standard of care for patients with resectable pancreatic cancer

Describes CMS Innovation Center and ACS efforts to introduce a new type of quality measure that includes infrastructure, resources, and processes to deliver optimal care