Frequently Asked Questions

The American College of Surgeons is piloting the ability to invoice Fellows for their 2024 primary chapter dues and ACS dues simultaneously to streamline and simplify processes. We have heard from members that this would be a helpful change to their member experience.

The pilot is currently available for these chapters: Metro Chicago, Iowa, Oklahoma, and Utah. These chapters were invited to participate in the pilot as the chapters vary in size and geographic diversity. The pilot only includes Fellow Members as other membership categories (e.g., Medical Student, Resident, Retired, and Senior) are dues-exempt in the ACS. We are piloting the program with a small number of chapters to measure participation and satisfaction with the process. Starting with the 2025 dues cycle, all chapters can opt into the process for their members. 

The American College of Surgeons has heard from members that the ability to pay their chapter dues at the same time as their ACS dues would be a helpful change. We aim to improve our members’ experiences and highlight the value of ACS programs and services.

• Visit facs.org, log into the website, visit the Surgeon Dashboard, and click on My Network to find your primary chapter.
• You can visit the chapter’s website to learn more about their meetings and events. The chapter’s leadership and contact information are also listed on the website.
  • Iowa: iowafacs.org
  • Metro Chicago: metrochicagofacs.org
  • Oklahoma: oklahomafacs.org
  • Utah: utahfacs.org

• Thank you for your interest in changing chapters. Please contact Brian Frankel at bfrankel@facs.org to change your chapter.
• You can visit the chapter's website to learn more about their events, meetings, and opportunities to get involved. The chapter’s leadership and contact information are also listed on the website.
  • Iowa: iowafacs.org
  • Metro Chicago: metrochicagofacs.org
  • Oklahoma: oklahomafacs.org
  • Utah: utahfacs.org

Starting with the 2025 dues cycle, all chapters can opt into the program so this option is available for their members. Chapters will be invited to opt into this program, with a July 2024 deadline to indicate participation.

The American College of Surgeons is piloting the ability for Fellows to pay their chapter dues at the same time as their ACS dues to streamline and simplify processes.  The pilot is currently available for these chapters: Metro Chicago, Iowa, Oklahoma, and Utah. Starting with the 2025 dues cycle, all chapters can opt into the program so this option is available for their members.  Chapters will be invited to opt into this program, with a July 2024 deadline to indicate participation.  If you believe this would benefit your chapter and your membership, please let your chapter leadership know so they can opt into the program. 

• Only Fellows have the opportunity to pay their chapter and ACS dues at the same time during the pilot. Other membership categories (e.g., Medical Students, Residents, Retired, and Senior) are dues-exempt in the ACS. Please visit your chapter’s website to pay your dues.
  • Iowa: iowafacs.org
  • Metro Chicago: metrochicagofacs.org
  • Oklahoma: oklahomafacs.org
  • Utah:  www.utahfacs.org

Payment of dues may be deductible as a business expense but not as a charitable contribution for federal income tax purposes.  We encourage you to consult your tax advisor for more information and direction. Please note that four (4) percent of annual Fellow membership dues are used for lobbying activity and are not tax deductible.