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Surgeons Explain Why Writing Books about Their Experiences Is Therapeutic

January 16, 2024

In this video, surgeon-authors Jay Wellons, MD, MSPH, FACS, Joshua Mezrich, MD, FACS, and Henry Marsh, CBE, FRCS, describe how their writing helps them process the emotional burdens of clinical work, strengthens professional competence, and “rehumanizes” medicine. Their extended stories are available in the January issue of the ACS Bulletin.

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International Surgeons: Apply for ACS NSQIP Scholarships
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International Surgeons: Apply for ACS NSQIP Scholarships

The ACS is offering two international scholarships focused on surgical education to young faculty members from countries other than the US and Canada.
Final Chance: US-Based Residents Can Apply for Leadership & Advocacy Summit Scholarship by January 22
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Final Chance: US-Based Residents Can Apply for Leadership & Advocacy Summit Scholarship by January 22

A limited number of scholarships are available to US-based Resident Members of the College who are interested in attending the upcoming Leadership & Advocacy Summit.
Jonasson Lecturer Discusses How Energy Leadership Can Lead to Paradigm Shift in Surgery
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Jonasson Lecturer Discusses How Energy Leadership Can Lead to Paradigm Shift in Surgery

In the latest episode of The House of Surgery features Dr. Susan E. Mackinnon, a plastic and reconstructive surgeon, discusses the concept of energy leadership, a seven-level strategy that can transform how an individual interacts with—and ultimately—leads teams.
New RISE Article Details How Surgeon Educators and Trainees Can Lead the Way in Sustainable Surgery
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New RISE Article Details How Surgeon Educators and Trainees Can Lead the Way in Sustainable Surgery

A new Resources in Surgical Education (RISE) article is available to read online.
Attend April Seminar for Mid-Career Surgeons Who Aspire to Be a Chair
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Attend April Seminar for Mid-Career Surgeons Who Aspire to Be a Chair

The So You Want to be a Chair leadership seminar is for mid-career surgeons who are looking to apply for chair positions as a next step in their career.

Current Literature
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Current Literature

Commentaries summarizing important new scientific literature pertinent to surgeons and care teams.
Grant Allows ACS to Develop Diagnostic Feedback Mechanism for Geriatric Emergency General Surgery
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Grant Allows ACS to Develop Diagnostic Feedback Mechanism for Geriatric Emergency General Surgery

The ACS has been awarded a planning grant to enhance diagnostic accuracy in clinical registries, with a particular focus on the care of older adult patients undergoing emergency general surgery.
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Read about Value Congruence for Managing Burnout, Coding Updates, and More in New Bulletin

The January issue of the Bulletin is available to read online, including this month's cover story on curbing burnout in residency programs.
Surgeon Well-Being Coalition Expands Resources throughout Specialty
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Surgeon Well-Being Coalition Expands Resources throughout Specialty

Each year, the ACS celebrates Surgeon Well-Being Month in January to highlight the College’s initiatives, resources, and advocacy for improving the welfare of surgeons’ minds and bodies.