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It’s all here. Membership Benefits Open Search Popular searches Find a Surgeon Find a Hospital or Facility Quality Programs Education Programs Frequent searches ATLS Member Benefits Bulletin Chapters Quality and Safety Conference Learn about the latest developments in surgical quality and safety, engage with world-renowned experts, and gain actionable improvements for your institution at the 2024 ACS Quality and Safety Conference, July 18-21, in Denver. Register Learn More Explore the ACS Quality Programs Emergency General Surgery Verification Program The EGS Verification Program focuses on the unique care and treatment of patients undergoing emergency general surgical care. Podcast The House of Surgery Fabrizio Michelassi, MD, FACS, reflects on his early career in his native Italy, his decision to move to the US, and his accomplishments as a surgeon. ACS Brief Leadership & Advocacy Summit Unites Surgeons, Inspires Change A recap of the Leadership and Advocacy Summit is available in this month’s Bulletin. Latest News Bulletin ACS Provides Guidance for Senior Surgeons Facing an Age-Old Question May 8, 2024 A new focus on comprehensive, lifelong competency for surgeons will help create a culture of safety and transparency. Read More News & Publications ACS Brief USPSTF Updates Recommended Breast Cancer Screening to Age 40 May 7, 2024 Read to learn about increased diagnoses, those most-impacted, and more behind the new recommendation. ACS Brief Ban on Noncompete Agreements Has Implications for Healthcare Workers April 30, 2024 Learn about the FTC’s recently announced a ban on noncompete agreements in virtually all US employment contracts. Bulletin Are Antibiotics the Answer to Treating Appendicitis? April 10, 2024 Discover new perspectives on operative versus nonoperative approaches to managing uncomplicated acute appendicitis. JACS Journal of the American College of Surgeons Read the latest issue today! Events & Courses Clinical Congress Clinical Congress 2024 Register for Clinical Congress 2024—the premier surgical education event—Saturday, October 19 through Tuesday, October 22. In-person Event Quality and Safety Conference Register today for the 2024 ACS Quality and Safety Conference, July 18–21, to join with leaders in surgical quality improvement. Fireside Chats Fireside Chat with Dr. L.D. Britt Dr. L.D. Britt, a member of the National Academy of Medicine, is a native of Suffolk, Virginia. Graduating valedictorian of Booker T. Washington High School, he received a BA degree (with Distinction) from the University of Virginia and was elected to the coveted Raven Society. Become a member today 90,000+ Members 67,000 Fellows 3,200 Associate Fellows We’re dedicated to the betterment of our members and patients everywhere. 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