Congratulations to the 2026 Foster the Future Program recipients! 🎉 We’re proud to support these surgical residents as they grow, learn, and take the next steps toward careers in surgical oncology. Learn more: https://ow.ly/tgq850XjPkF #Mentorship #FutureLeaders #SSO2026

When clinicians, researchers & staff form a band…Meet The Checkmates—MD Anderson’s own—live at SSO Unplugged during #SSO2026. Get tickets: https://imis2.surgonc.org/Shared_Content/Shop/Item_DetailUP?iProductCode=UNPLUGGED https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lvidfxP4_ic

In this episode of Speaking of Surgonc, Dr. Rick Greene & Dr. Elena Panettieri discuss the article: "Short- and Long-Term Outcomes After Hepatectomy in Patients Receiving Triplet Versus Doublet Preoperative Chemotherapy for Colorectal Liver Metastases." Listen now: ow.ly/qH6350Yj2hF

Don't forget! Submit your abstract for the 2026 Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference by March 9 and join ACS July 30–August 2 in Orlando. Submit now before it's too late: https://ow.ly/Rtah50XYgB1...

In the first micro-learning of the "Wellness at Work: Small Steps, Big Impact" series, Astrid M. Botty van den Bruele, MD, shares practical tips on calendar management, setting boundaries, and protecting time to prevent burnout. Watch now: https://ow.ly/bFz750Y9Eh1

Lymphedema prevention starts early. Explore evidence, techniques, and surveillance strategies for Immediate Lymphatic Reconstruction in this upcoming webinar. Don’t miss out: https://ow.ly/zg5a50XSJea

New episode of SurgOnc Today! Dr. Eyal Mor is joined by Drs. Myles Smith, Cornelius Thiels, Anai Kothari, and Heather Lyu to discuss Innovation in Surgical Oncology: Harnessing AI and AR in the Operating Room. Listen now: https://ow.ly/K09A50YhCtc

Join PeerView for a complimentary CME/MOC/CC/AAPA/IPCE symposium on Early Breast Cancer on Thursday, March 5. Expert panel, latest data across TNBC, HER2+, and HR+ disease, and practical takeaways for multidisciplinary care. https://ow.ly/eFWk50YenFl

SSO is more than a organization—it’s a community of leaders shaping the future of cancer care. Connect with peers, engage with influential voices in the field, and be part of the conversations that move surgical oncology forward. Become a member: https://ow.ly/Yfpl50Y92wE

SSO 2026 attendees, let’s get moving! 👟 Join the #SSO2026 Step Challenge, track your steps, and compete for prizes—solo or as a team. 👉 Download the app, learn more, and step up to the challenge: https://ow.ly/Eoty50Y9kZ2

How do you optimize care for patients with radiation-associated chest wall sarcomas? Join this session covering recognition and staging, surgical planning and reconstruction, systemic therapy decision-making, and more. Register today: https://ow.ly/6I2m50XY6zv

A meaningful moment at Advanced Cancer Therapies today as we announced the new David L. Bartlett Legacy Award. This award will honor lasting contributions to our field, with the first recipient to be named in 2027. #ACT2026

Highlights from the APP Pre-Course at Advanced Cancer Therapies, plus a look at this year’s incredible APP Travel Grant recipients. Congratulations to all! #ACT2026

Our refreshed SSO website is live! Explore improved navigation and a more streamlined experience: https://ow.ly/q6mj50YfbET

The Society of Surgical Oncology was proud to support ThermaSolutions in delivering hands-on HIPEC training at the 66th Annual Conference of the West African College of Surgeons in Accra, Ghana- advancing surgical education, innovation, and global partnerships in cancer care. #WACS2026 #SSO #HIPEC

Can lymphedema be prevented during breast cancer surgery? Learn how Immediate Lymphatic Reconstruction is changing prevention, detection, and long-term care in our upcoming webinar. Register now: https://ow.ly/V0bY50XSJay

ACPMP is proud to yet again fund two 2026 @socsurgonc.bsky.social research grants focused solely on #appendixcancer & PMP. Congrats to Beth Helmink, MD, PhD recipient of the $100K Lisa Kurtz Luciano Appendix Cancer and PMP CIA grant, and Jeremy Sharib, MD, recipient of the $25K YIA grant!

🎙️ New episode of SurgOncToday! Drs. Everett Warren, Maggie DiNome, and Micaela Weaver discuss how to build a busy, diverse clinical practice—while staying true to your individual interests. Listen now: surgonctoday.libsyn.com/sso-educatio...

Join us for the Resident Meet & Greet Event at #SSO2026! All medical students, residents, and prospective applicants are invited to meet with the CGSO and Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship programs. Find this event in the #SSO2026 final program: https://ow.ly/egI850YchbZ

Last chance to register for our upcoming CGSO webinar on Biliary Tract malignancies. Join us for this case-based discussion on HCC and cholangiocarcinoma featuring CGSO Fellows and guest expert Adam Yopp, MD. Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/XxVr50XSHwI

Don't miss out on our upcoming sarcoma webinar! Explore the diagnosis and management of radiation-associated chest wall sarcomas, from imaging and pathology to surgery, systemic therapy, re-irradiation, and NGS-guided treatment decisions. Register now: https://ow.ly/4w8f50XY6w5

February SSO Off the Clock Feature is here! Outside the OR, Roberto Garcia Castillo, MD finds his reset behind the wheel. Driving helps him manage stress and stay mentally sharp for his work in surgical oncology.

Check out our newest micro-learning activity! Includes two mock oral scenarios, followed by rationale and explanations behind treatment decisions. Designed for surgeons, HCPs, and fellows preparing for the CGSO Certifying Exam. Watch now: https://ow.ly/Eb7G50Y5t0u

In this episode of SurgOnc Today, Drs. Shelley Hwang and Mediget Teshome are joined by international leaders Drs. Wonshik Han and Jeong Eon Lee to reflect on key insights from the 2025 Global Breast Cancer Conference and look ahead to future directions. Listen now: https://ow.ly/RMAe50Y8UOA

We are deeply saddened to share that SSO Member Dr. Benzon M. Dy passed away unexpectedly last week. His contributions to our community and dedication to patient care will not be forgotten. Our thoughts are with his family, colleagues, and loved ones. Rest in peace, Dr. Dy.

Don't miss out on our upcoming CGSO webinar on Biliary Tract malignancies. Join a live, case-based discussion on HCC and cholangiocarcinoma featuring CGSO Fellows and guest expert Adam Yopp, MD. Register now: https://ow.ly/jHhs50XSHtN

🦈What’s the next big idea in surgical oncology? Find out at the new SSO 2026 Shark Tank event. Thursday, March 5 from 5:45–6:45 PM MST in the HUB Theater Learn more about #SSO2026 special events: https://ow.ly/u4Ow50Y7MEU

Experience the future of breast surgery at GBCC 2026 with an immersive robotic breast surgery cadaver hands-on program. 📍 Robot Training Center of Severance Hospital | April 22, 2026. Learn more and register now: https://ow.ly/1jQV50Y0XO2

Share your insights and make an impact at the 2026 ACS Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference, happening July 30–August 2 in Orlando. Abstract submissions close Monday, March 9. Submit now: https://ow.ly/qsGS50XYgzU...

The ever-popular Great Debates are back for #SSO2026. This year’s program features four debates covering timely and controversial topics. Who will have the most persuasive position? Will your opinions be swayed? Join us in Phoenix to find out: https://ow.ly/vuIw50Y61X9#SSO2026

SSO announces the retirement of Editorial Office leader Deb Whippen. Join us in celebrating her at #SSO2026 in Phoenix, March 5–7. We also welcome Jennifer Mahar as our new Publishing Director. Thank you, Deb, and welcome, Jen! Read more: https://ow.ly/b2bI50Y54Ct

Members — Save the Date! 📅 Please check your email for information on the upcoming SSO Annual Business Meeting. Voting members are encouraged to attend in person. If you are a voting member unable to attend in person, please submit your proxy vote for Society leadership ratification now.

🎙️ New episode of SurgOnc Today! Dr. Zhi Ven Fong discusses with Drs. Christopher Childers, Erin Strong, Udai Sibia, and David Litvak what surgical oncologists should know about value-based care and how it impacts their practices. Listen now: surgonctoday.libsyn.com/sso-educatio...

With #SSO2026 approaching, now is the time to become an SSO member. Enjoy exclusive research, networking, mentorship, and member-only benefits. Be part of the community shaping the future of surgical oncology. Join now: https://ow.ly/ULI350Y0XCg

Phoenix is calling 🌵 Join us at #SSO2026 for cutting-edge surgical oncology, plus sunshine, skyline views, and desert vibes after hours. ☀️ Register now: https://ow.ly/gN9350Y3SJo

Thank you to everyone who attended the SSO CGSO Board Review Course this past Saturday. Best of luck to everyone who joined us and to all of those preparing for the CGSO Board Exam!

Experience the future of breast surgery at GBCC 2026! Join an immersive robotic breast surgery cadaver hands-on program at the Robot Training Center of Severance Hospital, Seoul, on April 22, 2026. Learn more and register now: https://ow.ly/5Aqq50Y0XHx

The SSO Medical Student & Trainee Primer for Skin, Soft Tissue, and Endocrine Surgical Oncology is now published in Surgical Oncology Insight! This is the third and last primer released by members of the 2025–2026 Fellows and Young Attending Committee. Read now: https://ow.ly/N9fx50XYa2e

The SSO is thrilled to announce the featured lecturers for #SSO2026. Join us from March 5-7, 2026 for an event packed with groundbreaking insights, innovative research, and dynamic discussions. Register now: https://sso2026.eventscribe.net/aaStatic.asp?SFP=RExHWkVLUFJAMjM4NDBAUmVnaXN0ZXI

Last chance! There’s still time to register for the CGSO Board Exam Review Course, which is happening tomorrow, Saturday, January 24, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM CST. Don’t miss your opportunity to get expert prep, mock orals, and exam-ready strategies. Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/kxa550Y1Qvu

Reduce breast cancer–related lymphedema through innovation. Join our webinar on Immediate Lymphatic Reconstruction, covering prevention, early diagnosis, and treatment strategies. 📅 February 23, 2026, at 3:00 PM CST Register now: https://ow.ly/VEia50XSJ8i

🚨 Special double release today! Catch up on emerging HPB trials in SurgOnc Today as Dr. Zhi Ven Fong interviews Dr. Yorick L. van de Pavert on the ENDURO Trial—comparing surgical vs endoscopic gastrojejunostomy bypass. Listen now: https://ow.ly/ZhOw50Y0U3E

In today's episode of the series “evidence today and tomorrow”, the HPB disease site working group of the SSO explores current gaps in HPB surgical oncology, highlighting existing evidence and ongoing work aimed at filling those gaps Listen now: https://ow.ly/WNts50Y0Tkn

The SSO Medical Student & Trainee Primer for Hepatopancreatobiliary Surgical Oncology is now published in @SurgOncInsight! This is the second of three primers released by members of the 2025–2026 Fellows and Young Attending Committee. Read now: https://ow.ly/LVLL50XY9WT

Get ready for an inspiring lineup at SSO’s Advanced Cancer Therapies 2026, taking place February 14-16, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, FL. #ACT2026 Learn more and register now: https://ow.ly/NK6Z50Y0GG9

📣 The CGSO and Breast Surgical Oncology Fellowship interview calendars are available to view on the SSO website. We encourage applicants to carefully review each program’s interview format and dates: Breast: https://ow.ly/wkCz50XWbI1... CGSO: https://ow.ly/5BeR50XWbI3

Radiation-associated chest wall sarcomas pose diagnostic and treatment challenges. Join experts for real-world cases, imaging & pathology insights, histologic subtypes, and evolving strategies—from surgery to systemic therapy and re-irradiation. Register: https://ow.ly/rCbP50XY6ur

The SSO Medical Student & Trainee Primer for Non-HPB GI Oncology is now published in Surgical Oncology Insight! This is one of three new primers released by members of the 2025–2026 Fellows and Young Attending Committee. Read the full primer now in SOI: https://ow.ly/RmIQ50XY9zy

In this episode of Speaking of SurgOnc, Dr. Rick Greene and Dr. Shayna Showalter discuss recently updated considerations by the SSO Breast Task Force regarding bilateral and contralateral risk-reducing mastectomy. Listen now: https://ow.ly/cBFu50XWWZU

Time is running out to register for our webinar Rare Sarcomas: Navigating Diagnostic Complexities, sponsored by Aadi Bioscience. Join us for a discussion on diagnostic challenges in rare sarcomas. Register before it's too late: https://ow.ly/43u550XSZ7y