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View Clinical Congress 2024 On-Demand Content, Claim CME by February 24

February 18, 2025

The on-demand platform for Clinical Congress 2024 remains open to all in-person and virtual attendees and new registrants—and the last day to access it, as well as the deadline to claim CME for all registrants, is Monday, February 24.

Engage Patients to Improve Their Outcomes

February 18, 2025

Help patients understand procedures, make informed decisions, and confidently manage their perioperative experience with the ACS Patient Education Toolkit. This customizable website is a point-of-care surgical education resource, enabling providers to send trusted education directly to patients.

Read this week's entire issue for the latest news on the ACS and the field of surgery.

February 18, 2025 Issue

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Share Your Expertise on Quality and Safety in Surgery

Healthcare professionals are encouraged to submit a 250-word abstract for presentation.

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Global Collaborations Help Increase Opportunities for Women in Surgery

Learn how COSECSA is growing the women surgeon workforce in Sub-Saharan Africa while ensuring quality training standards.

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Take ACS General Surgery Review Course to Keep Up on Latest Developments

This online course aims to improve patient outcomes and support examination preparation.

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ACS Coding Hotline Can Assist Surgeons, Staff in Navigating Reimbursement Questions

Correct coding may be the most important area for surgical practice improvement. The ACS has established a coding consultation service to support its members.

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Surgical Simulation Summit Will Offer Latest on Simulation-Based Education

The 2025 meeting will offer outstanding educational and networking opportunities tailored for our multidisciplinary audience.

Experts Share Tips for Writing a Successful Abstract

With the abstract submission deadline for Clinical Congress 2025 and the Quality and Safety Conference approaching on March 3, now is the time to ensure you know what makes for an impactful and successful abstract that can be featured in a scientific conference. View a recent ACS webinar recording, “Writing a Successful Abstract,” and listen to members of the Scientific Forum Committee explain what they are looking for when building a conference program.

Dr. Henri Ford Discusses Lessons Learned in an Exemplary Career

The latest episode of The House of Surgery podcast features a Fireside Chat with Dr. Henri Ford, immediate ACS Past-President and a renowned pediatric surgeon and researcher. Listen to Dr. Ford discuss lessons learned in a career that has seen him lead in groundbreaking research, surgical education, and clinical practice.

Literature Selections

New Fluid Resuscitation Formula May Have Potential Value for Burn Patients

Evidence is increasing that supports lower volumes of crystalloid fluid supplemented with fresh frozen plasma or resuscitation of burn patients.

Peripheral Nerve Blocks Have Significant Benefit in Older Patients undergoing Abdominal Procedures

This study compared patient outcomes from the use of peripheral nerve blocks and general anesthesia with patients who received general anesthesia alone.

Adding Tumor Deposit Status to Cancer Staging May Improve Prognostication in Colon Cancer

The presence of tumor deposits is not included in current staging systems unless lymph node metastases are documented.

Past Issues

Brief Reviews

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Genetic Connections in Surgical Oncology

An exploration of literature on the importance of understanding genetic connections in different types of cancer and the use of precision medicine.

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Colonoscopy versus FIT-Fecal DNA for Colon Cancer Screening

Examines current literature on scientific basis of colon cancer screening methods, specifically, the efficacy of colonoscopy vs FIT-fecal DNA testing.

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Laparoscopy in the Context of Trauma: Too Slow or Too Fast?

Examines current literature on the various uses, benefits, and limitations of laparoscopy in trauma care.

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