Get Started with Emergency General Surgery Verification Program

One of the biggest challenges facing hospitals is caring for emergency general surgery patients. Emergency general surgery conditions account for more than 4 million hospital admissions annually and these patients experience 3 times the mortality rate and 6 times the complication rate compared to elective surgical patients.

The ACS Emergency General Surgery Verification Program focuses on the care and treatment of patients undergoing care for unplanned and non-traumatic events. The program guides specialized attention and treatment, helping to provide intervention and prevention of adverse outcomes in high-risk populations.

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EGS Uncovered: Resource Planning and Leadership Strategies for Better Outcomes

Hear Firsthand Insights from an EGS Medical Director

Building a robust EGS program is a multidisciplinary, data-informed, and leadership-supported effort. In this webinar, hear about how the ACS Emergency General Surgery (EGS) Verification Program is designed to standardize and improve care for EGS patients. Key topics include: 

• Defining EGS and Its Impact
• Benefits of the Acute Care Surgery Model
• Challenges and Solutions in Program Implementation
• Operational and Administrative Strategies

Hear About How the Program Establishes EGS Benchmarks

Between Two Scalpels: Exploring The ACS Emergency General Surgery Verification System

In a video from General Surgery News, Dr. Stephanie Savage and Dr. Peter Kim discuss the ACS Emergency General Surgery Verification System. They explore how the program establishes standardized quality benchmarks for emergency general surgery, aiming to enhance patient outcomes and reduce complications. In their conversation, they provide a comprehensive overview of how the program is transforming emergency surgical care by promoting standardized practices and continuous quality improvement.