Apply for AAS/AASF Student Travel Awards! Recipients will receive travel support to the Academic Surgical Congress (ASC) being held February 9-11, 2027 in Washington, D.C. Deadline: August 14, 2026 Apply now: www.aasurg.org/awards/

REMINDER: The ASC 2027 Call for Abstracts is open. Present your work at the 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress, Feb 9–11 in Washington, D.C. Deadline: Fri, Aug 7 at 11:59 PM ET. No extensions. Learn more and submit: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/abstracts/

New on The Academic Surgeon: Eye-Level by Ashna Karpe Submitted as part of the AAS Ethics Committee’s 2026 Essay & Cover Art Challenge, “Living Your Values,” Eye-Level offers a unique visual perspective inspired by the theme of the challenge. Learn more: www.aasurg.org/eye-level/

The ASC 2027 Call for Abstracts is open! Join us February 9–11, 2027, in Washington, D.C. for the 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress. The submission window closes Friday, August 7 at 11:59 PM ET. Start your submission today → www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/abstracts/

Just a few days left to apply for the AAS Fall Courses Awards! Deadline: Friday, July 10th, 2026 - 5:00 PM PT. To learn more and apply, visit: www.aasurg.org/aas-fall-cou...

Registration is open for the AAS 2026 Fall Courses! Choose the Fundamentals of Surgical Research Course or the Early Career Development Course, depending on where you are in your path. Early bird rates end September 14, and space is limited. Register today: cvent.me/XmKyBr

🇪🇸 AAS goes to Madrid! "Building the next generation of academic surgeons—one conversation, one collaboration, and one country at a time." #AcademicSurgery #GlobalSurgery #AAS #Leadership #Mentorship #SurgicalEducation

Registration is open for the AAS 2026 Fall Courses! Spend a full day investing in your academic surgery career in Washington, D.C. on September 25, right before the ACS Clinical Congress. Early bird rates end September 14, and space is limited. Register today: cvent.me/XmKyBr

Hiring in academic surgery? List your open positions on the AAS Job Board and connect with top surgical talent at every career stage. Post your listing today: aasurg.org/post-a-job/

Save the date! The AAS Fall Courses return on Friday, Sept 25, 2026 in Washington, D.C., held immediately prior to the ACS Clinical Congress. Stay tuned for registration details, faculty announcements, and the full agenda. aasurg.org/aas-fall-courses/

New on The Academic Surgeon: Surgical Subspecialty Education Across Team Members: an Interview with an Advanced Practice Provider (APP) Leader and Educator. Read the full interview: www.aasurg.org/surgical-sub...

Check out the latest post on The Academic Surgeon to see "Two Healthcare Providers Talking Through the Window" a photograph by Justine Broecker. www.aasurg.org/two-healthca...

This is not your typical surgical blog post. "The Hearts We Hold" by Jacquelyn Elise Fitzgerald is a creative, moving reflection on patient communication that stays with you. Read now on The Academic Surgeon: www.aasurg.org/the-hearts-w...

Nominations are open for the AAS Pillar of Academic Surgery Lifetime Achievement Award, the highest honor AAS offers to recognize individuals whose leadership, mentorship, innovation, & service have made a lasting impact. Deadline: June 15, 2026. www.aasurg.org/aas-pillar-o...

Academic surgery is a global field. The AAS International Visiting Professorship Awards fund travel to partner society meetings in Taiwan, West Africa, Australasia, and Colombia and bring international colleagues to ASC in return. Eligibility and full details: www.aasurg.org/awards/trave...

Save the date! The 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress is heading to Washington, D.C., February 9–11, 2027. After an incredible ASC 2026, we looking forward to what's next. Stay tuned for abstract submission details, registration, & programming announcements. academicsurgicalcongress.org

Dr. Alessandra Moore writes honestly about the challenge of keeping pace with modern research technology as a surgeon-scientist and offers 5 practical frameworks for navigating the most powerful (and most overhyped) tools in the field right now. www.aasurg.org/the-promise-...

You're invited to contribute to The Academic Surgeon, the official blog of the AAS! It's a great way to showcase your expertise, connect with colleagues, and boost your visibility in the field. Learn how: www.aasurg.org/the-academic...

Save the date! The AAS Fall Courses return on Friday, September 25, 2026 in Washington, D.C., held immediately prior to the ACS Clinical Congress. aasurg.org/aas-fall-courses/

Save the date! The 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress is heading to Washington, D.C., February 9–11, 2027. After an incredible ASC 2026, we're already looking forward to what's next. Stay tuned for more information! academicsurgicalcongress.org #ASC2027 #AcademicSurgery

Save the date! The AAS Fall Courses return on Friday, September 25, 2026 in Washington, D.C., held immediately prior to the ACS Clinical Congress. aasurg.org/aas-fall-courses/

Hiring in academic surgery? List your open positions on the AAS Job Board and connect with top surgical talent at every career stage. Post your listing today: aasurg.org/post-a-job/

Mark your calendars! 📅 The 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress is coming to Washington, DC — February 9–11, 2027 at the Washington Hilton. ASC 2026 set the bar high. We can't wait to see what's next. #ASC2027

Let your voice be heard and contribute to The Academic Surgeon, the official blog of the AAS! It's a great way to showcase your expertise, connect with colleagues, and boost your visibility in the field. Learn how: www.aasurg.org/the-academic...

Hey AAS members! Are you looking for your next career move? Find your perfect medical match and explore opportunities at leading institutions. www.aasurg.org/jobs/

Do you have your official AAS merch?! Show us a photo in the comments! Shop AAS Blue Sky Scrubs: blueskyscrubs.com/collections/...

We are pleased to announce the winner of the Ethics Committee’s Annual Essay Challenge for the 2026 Art Festival, which featured the theme “Living Your Values.” We are excited to congratulate Aprill Park! See her award-winning art piece: www.aasurg.org/congratulati...

We are delighted to present the 2026 Research Award Winners! AAS/AASF research awards support trainees and early-career faculty by providing funding to advance innovative research across surgical disciplines and surgical palliative care. Congratulations to the awardees!

We are pleased to announce the winner of the Ethics Committee’s Annual Essay Challenge for the 2026 Essay Festival, which featured the theme “Living Your Values.” Read the award-winning essay, “I Am Here to Spend Time with You,” www.aasurg.org/congratulati...

On The Academic Surgeon, surgical resident Binyam Hundito reflects on what a rotation at Black Lion Hospital taught him about inequity, adaptability, clinical judgment, and what it means to lead through service rather than authority. 🔗 www.aasurg.org/the-importan...

Calling all surgeon scientists! AAS is hosting a webinar on March 12th designed to give you practical, real-world strategies for building and sustaining a career in basic and translational research. Register today: www.aasurg.org/aas-webinar-...

Congratulations to the 2026 Best AAS Manuscript Award recipients! 🎉 The future of academic surgery is in excellent hands. Learn more: www.aasurg.org/congratulati...

Surgical resident & Pure Barre instructor Marianna Frazee writes beautifully about what dance and transplant surgery have in common — precision, micro-adjustments, endurance under pressure, & the quiet strength that only reveals itself when everythings on the line. www.aasurg.org/strength-in-...

Dr. Christine Nembhard's new piece on The Academic Surgeon addresses what surgical training often leaves out: how to process the emotional aftermath of adverse outcomes, build resilience, & create cultures where asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. www.aasurg.org/navigating-t...

Congrats to our incoming 2026–2027 leadership team: President: Vikas Dudeja, MBBS President-Elect: Christina Roland, MD, MS Secretary: Krista Haines, DO Treasurer: Ashley Holder, MD Recorder: Lesly Dossett, MD, MPH. We are grateful for their commitment to empowering academic surgeons everywhere!

Ready to stand out in your residency interviews? Join AAS LEAN Session on Professionalism & How to Interview March 16, 6:30 PM EST | Live on Zoom us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

"I wish I joined during my first year of college." — LEAN Scholar Omari Whitlow on the AAS Leadership, Engagement, Academia, Networking (LEAN) program. Learn more on The Academic Surgeon: 🔗 www.aasurg.org/aas-lean-pro...

The 21st Annual Academic Surgical Congress brought together 1,918 attendees, 1,593 abstracts, & a community united by one mission: advancing academic surgery. ASC 2026 was everything this field represents — innovative, collaborative, & inspiring. Thank you to everyone who made it one for the books!

Prior authorization is one of the most difficult healthcare processes to study and one of the hardest to navigate. In this new post, Kristy Broman, MD, MPH, examines the data, the gaps, and the path forward. Read the full article: www.aasurg.org/prior-author...

🎓 The transition from trainee to faculty doesn’t end the learning, it transforms it. In this thoughtful reflection, Dr. Eleanor Fallon explores what it means to step into an attending role while continuing to grow as a learner, leader, and educator. Read more: www.aasurg.org/from-trainee...

Hey AAS members! Are you looking for your next career move? Find your perfect medical match and explore opportunities at leading institutions. www.aasurg.org/jobs/

🔥🌶️ The Surgical Hot Ones Competition goes down tomorrow, and this is the final window to arm your favorite team with last-minute power-ups! Check the power-ups, make your move, and let’s make this maximum drama 🔥 www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/hot-ones-sho...

Anything can change with one donation. Extra milk, skipped spice, or full chaos. Eyes on the leaderboard… this is getting spicy 🌶️ www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/hot-ones-sho...

🌶️🔥Happy National Hot Sauce Day! Celebrate by turning up the heat on the Surgical Hot Ones Competition at ASC 2026! AAS & SUS Past Presidents are preparing to face progressively hotter wings for glory, bragging rights, & 2 incredible causes. www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/hot-ones-sho...

📝 Writing a grant proposal? Dr. Matthew Symer shares favorite tools and resources to make the process smoother, from finding funding to crafting your proposal and building a budget. Start here: www.aasurg.org/grant-propos...

🔥 The Surgical Hot Ones Competition is officially underway! AAS and SUS Past Presidents are gearing up to go wing for wing at The Night Shift during ASC 2026, with heat increasing every round and bragging rights on the line! Donate: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/hot-ones-sho...

Big success starts with small systems. In the latest post on The Academic Surgeon, Dr. Christian Cain shares how shifting from heroic effort to smart habits helped him thrive in academic surgery. Read it here: www.aasurg.org/building-mom...

Two high-impact courses. Limited spots. Whether you’re laying the groundwork or mapping your next big move, these courses are designed to meet you where you are and help you move forward with intention. Register: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org

In case you missed it: Dr. Miguel Gasakure, Program Director at the University Teaching Hospital of Kigali, shares powerful insights with Dr. Phillip Hsu on surgical education, global partnerships, and community-driven solutions in Rwanda. 📍Read the full Q&A: www.aasurg.org/learning-to-...

❄️ 1 DAY LEFT. ❄️ The Ice Bucket Showdown ends tomorrow, and the leaderboard is officially dark. 🧊 Donate today to help decide who faces the freeze AND to receive exclusive access to the live Zoom reveal. 🪣🥶 Give now → www.aasurg.org/aas-officer-...