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Surgeons Discuss the Efficacy and User Friendliness of the POTTER Calculator

March 25, 2025

Surgeons Discuss the Efficacy and User Friendliness of the POTTER Calculator

In the latest episode of the Operative Word podcast, host Dr. Tom Varghese is joined by Drs. Haytham Kaafarani and Vahe Panossian who discuss their recent article in the Journal of the American College of Surgeons (JACS), “Validation of Artificial Intelligence-Based POTTER Calculator in Emergency General Surgery Patients Undergoing Laparotomy: Prospective, Bi-Institutional Study.” This study found that POTTER accurately predicts mortality and postoperative complication, and the superior accuracy, user-friendliness, and interpretability of POTTER make it a useful bedside tool for preoperative counseling. 

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Leadership & Advocacy Summit Begins Next Week, Registration Remains Open
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Leadership & Advocacy Summit Begins Next Week, Registration Remains Open

Take advantage and register to be part of the Summit in Washington, DC.
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SESAP 18 and Advanced Continue to Provide Premier Surgical Education and Self Assessment

Claim CME credit for the current SESAP programs by October 16, 2025 and before new iteration arrives.
ACS Membership Provides Discounts on Insurance, Travel Programs, and More
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ACS Membership Provides Discounts on Insurance, Travel Programs, and More

Are you taking full advantage of your ACS membership? Learn about all discounts available.
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VIDEO: Learn How ACS ERRA Supports New Surgical Residents

Listen to Drs. Jennifer LaFemina and Adnan Alseidi explain how the assessment provides rigorous measures of key skills.
Surgery Residencies Continue to Grow in 2025 Match
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Surgery Residencies Continue to Grow in 2025 Match

Read recent match data and learn about fill rate trends across surgical disciplines.
ACS Foundation Hosts Atlanta Reception, Celebrates 2 Decades of Support
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ACS Foundation Hosts Atlanta Reception, Celebrates 2 Decades of Support

The Foundation provides funding for ACS initiatives that have greatly impacted the quality of surgical care.
Data Submission Window for MIPS Performance Year Closes April 14
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Data Submission Window for MIPS Performance Year Closes April 14

Learn how to submit data from the 2024 performance year through the Quality Payment Program.
Enroll New Residents in Readiness Assessment Program
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Enroll New Residents in Readiness Assessment Program

The assessment provides valuable insights into a resident’s strengths, weaknesses, and preparedness,
Scudder Orator Suggests Surgeons Can Collaborate to Improve Treatment of Severe Liver Injuries
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Scudder Orator Suggests Surgeons Can Collaborate to Improve Treatment of Severe Liver Injuries

Dr. Andrew Peitzman's speech focused on lessons learned and pathways to improved outcomes for patients with liver injuries.
Anterior Gastropexy Added to Paraesophageal Hernia Repair May Reduce Recurrence
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Anterior Gastropexy Added to Paraesophageal Hernia Repair May Reduce Recurrence

This randomized prospective study compared patients who had anterior gastropexy with patients who had hernia repair alone.
Bariatric Emergencies Management Strategies Are Developed for General Surgeons
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Bariatric Emergencies Management Strategies Are Developed for General Surgeons

This article provided supporting data and clearly described recommendations for management of varying bariatric emergencies.