Happening tomorrow. Join Session 2 and take the next step in turning your research concept into a structured multicenter study. Register here⬇️ https://www.east.org/research/east-multicenter-trials/introduction-to-multicenter-trials-powering-up-from-proposal-to-publication-virtual-meeting-series

Happening tomorrow🚨 "Achieving Best Possible Trauma Outcomes in Resource-Constrained Settings," hosted by the AAST International Relations Committee! 🗓 April 22 ⏰ 4:00 PM CT Join us⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/virtual-grand-rounds.html

Planning to participate in the AAST Wear Orange Challenge? Be sure to place your order by April 30 to ensure delivery! https://www.customink.com/fundraising/aastgunviolence #AASTWearOrange #AASTTurnOrange #GunViolenceAwareness

Join us for an upcoming AAST Virtual Grand Rounds! "Achieving Best Possible Trauma Outcomes in Resource-Constrained Settings, "hosted by the AAST International Relations Committee! 🗓 April 22, 2026 ⏰ 4:00 PM CT Learn more and register: https://www.aast.org/education/virtual-grand-rounds.html

Intergenerational learning isn’t about fixing differences but using them. Each generation brings unique approaches; recognizing this fosters open idea sharing and collaborative learning.

The #AAST2026 Annual Meeting hotel block is open⭐️ Stay at the Hyatt Regency Dallas for convenient access to sessions, events, and networking throughout the meeting. Click here to learn more⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/annual-meeting/hotel-travel-information.html

Clear structure from day one helps learners thrive. They benefit from strong orientation and clear expectations; not a change in clinical priorities, but more intentional, structured teaching. Now available on all streaming services 🎧

Join your colleagues across AAST in the Wear Orange Challenge. Together, we are raising awareness for gun violence prevention and supporting research that improves patient outcomes. https://www.customink.com/fundraising/aastgunviolence #AASTWearOrange #AASTTurnOrange #GunViolenceAwareness

One week to go. Session 2 will help you translate research ideas into clear, feasible multicenter study proposals with strong aims & study design. https://www.east.org/research/east-multicenter-trials/introduction-to-multicenter-trials-powering-up-from-proposal-to-publication-virtual-meeting-series

Now is the time to plan ahead for #AAST2026⭐️ Book your hotel early to ensure availability and stay at the center of the meeting experience. Click here to learn more⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/annual-meeting/hotel-travel-information.html

Today’s learners go beyond “tech savvy.” They question norms, seek the “why,” and expect feedback and transparency. This challenges educators to adopt more values-driven, dialogue-centered training. Now available on all streaming services 🎧

New from AAST: The Sounding Board! Seeking senior AAST members to advise junior AAST members in 1:1 or small group sessions—share advice, feedback & fresh perspectives. 🗓 Sign up by April 15, 2026 👉 https://www.aast.org/research/initiating-new-studies/aast-sounding-board.html

The impact lasts long after the meeting ends. AAST Annual Meeting scholarships are about building lifelong professional connections. Apply by June 1, 2026. https://www.aast.org/professional-development/scholarships.html

Have a strong research idea but not sure how to turn it into a study? Join us for Session 2: Turning Concepts into Studies on April 22 at 3 PM CT https://www.east.org/research/east-multicenter-trials/introduction-to-multicenter-trials-powering-up-from-proposal-to-publication-virtual-meeting-series

The ESC is approaching!🚨 Join surgeons from around the world for this highly interactive virtual program focused on non-trauma surgical emergencies. The course takes place April 10–11 and sessions will be recorded for later viewing. https://www.aast.org/education/emergency-surgery-course.html

AAST invites you to take part in the Wear Orange Challenge! Together, we are raising awareness for gun violence prevention and supporting research that improves patient outcomes. Order and join the effort. https://www.customink.com/fundraising/aastgunviolence #AASTWearOrange #AASTTurnOrange

Present your research on a national stage. Winners of the AAST Military Symposium Resident Paper Competition advance to the Region 13 competition and may be selected for the ACS COT National Competition. https://www.aast.org/education/annual-meeting/online-abstract-submission.html

Join the AAST Wear Orange Challenge. AAST invites you to participate in this initiative to raise awareness and support research advancing trauma care and firearm injury prevention. https://www.customink.com/fundraising/aastgunviolence

Secure your stay for the #AAST2026 Annual Meeting and lock in the AAST group rate at the Hyatt Regency Dallas. Availability is limited and expected to fill quickly⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/annual-meeting/hotel-travel-information.html

New from AAST: The Sounding Board! Seeking senior AAST members to advise junior AAST members in 1:1 or small group sessions—share advice, feedback & fresh perspectives. 🗓 Sign up by April 15, 2026 👉 https://www.aast.org/research/initiating-new-studies/aast-sounding-board.html

Register for the April 10–11 Emergency Surgery Course! This program strengthens decision-making& operative strategy in non-trauma surgical emergencies through case-based discussion & state-of-the-art video education https://www.aast.org/education/emergency-surgery-course/past-and-future-courses.html

Are you a military resident or trauma fellow conducting trauma research? Submit your work to the AAST Military Symposium Resident Paper Competition & represent your service at the Region 13 competition. Due May 15⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/annual-meeting/online-abstract-submission.html

What does an AAST Annual Meeting Scholarship provide? Meeting registration. Hotel accommodations. A stipend. Access to leaders in trauma and acute care surgery. Applications close June 1, 2026⬇️ https://www.aast.org/professional-development/scholarships.html

Today at 4:00 PM CT, join us for “Experts on the Hot Seat with the University of Southern California” part of our ongoing Virtual Grand Rounds series. Click below to learn more⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/virtual-grand-rounds.html

Planning your trip to #AAST2026? Book your stay at the Hyatt Regency Dallas, the official hotel of the 2026 AAST Annual Meeting. Stay close to sessions, networking, and everything happening on-site. https://www.aast.org/education/annual-meeting/hotel-travel-information.html

Join us tomorrow at 3:00 PM CT for Session 1: Introduction to Multicenter Trials, designed to guide you from concept to publication. Learn more⬇️ https://www.east.org/research/east-multicenter-trials/introduction-to-multicenter-trials-powering-up-from-proposal-to-publication-virtual-meeting-series

The Emergency Surgery Course is designed to translate knowledge directly into clinical practice. Over 2 days, participants will explore topics including abdominal sepsis, bowel obstruction, colorectal emergencies, and acute cholecystitis. https://www.aast.org/education/emergency-surgery-course.html

Join us for “Experts on the Hot Seat with the University of Southern California” at 4:00 PM CT on March 25th. Click below to learn more⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/virtual-grand-rounds.html

Hotel reservations are now open for the 2026 AAST Annual Meeting! Stay at the Hyatt Regency Dallas and take advantage of the official AAST group rate. Rooms are limited, so we encourage you to book early. https://www.aast.org/education/annual-meeting/hotel-travel-information.html

Mark your calendars!📅 Join us for “Experts on the Hot Seat with the University of Southern California” at 4:00 PM CT on March 25th. Click below to learn more⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/virtual-grand-rounds.html

New from AAST: The Sounding Board! Seeking senior AAST members to advise junior AAST members in 1:1 or small group sessions—share advice, feedback & fresh perspectives. 🗓 Sign up by April 15, 2026 👉 https://www.aast.org/research/initiating-new-studies/aast-sounding-board.html

Today at 4:00 PM CT, the AAST Military Liaison Committee presents “Why Prehospital Blood in Civilian EMS,” part of our ongoing Virtual Grand Rounds series. Click below to learn more⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/virtual-grand-rounds.html

Mass casualty care demands more than technical skill. It requires disciplined judgment. Dr. Jeremy Cannon examines the difficult decisions surgeons must make when resources are limited, weighing survivability, allocation of critical assets, and the broader impact of high-risk interventions.

Hotel reservations are now open for the #AAST2026 in Dallas!⭐️ Stay at the official meeting hotel and take advantage of the group rate. Rooms are limited, so we encourage attendees to book early to secure their stay⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/annual-meeting/hotel-travel-information.html

This is where your research gains momentum. AAST Annual Meeting Scholarships are an investment in academic growth and professional visibility. Deadline: June 1, 2026. https://www.aast.org/professional-development/scholarships.html

Join us for the upcoming Virtual Grand Rounds Webinar! The AAST Military Liaison Committee will present “Why Prehospital Blood in Civilian EMS” at 4:00 PM CT on March 18th. Click below to learn more⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/virtual-grand-rounds.html

Looking to sharpen your approach to emergency surgical decision-making? The ESC provides practical guidance through case discussions, operative videos, and interactive faculty sessions focused on the scenarios surgeons face every day. https://www.aast.org/education/emergency-surgery-course.html

The abstract system is now open for the 4th Annual AAST Military Symposium Resident Paper Competition. Military general surgery residents, surgical specialty residents, & trauma fellows are encouraged to submit Learn More⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/annual-meeting/online-abstract-submission.html

Access matters. AAST scholarships remove financial barriers so the next generation of trauma surgeons can show up, learn, and lead. Apply by June 1, 2026. https://www.aast.org/professional-development/scholarships.html

Emergency surgery demands confident, timely decision-making. Join us April 10–11 for the Emergency Surgery Course, designed to refine preoperative, intra-operative & post-operative management through real-world cases & practical discussion https://www.aast.org/education/emergency-surgery-course.html

Mark your calendars!📅 The AAST Military Liaison Committee presents “Why Prehospital Blood in Civilian EMS” at 4:00 PM CT on March 18th. Click below to learn more⬇️ https://www.aast.org/education/virtual-grand-rounds.html

Dr. Jeremy Cannon explains how a leader’s presence directly shapes team performance during crisis. Confidence, calm, and cohesion do not appear spontaneously in the moment. They are the result of deliberate preparation, repetition, and mental rehearsal long before the emergency unfolds.

Starting today at 12:00 PM EST: The SPT/AAST Virtual International Case Conference brings together global experts for an hour of high-impact trauma case discussion. https://www.aast.org/education/spt-aast-virtual-international-case-conference.html

Dr. Jeremy Cannon introduces the “10-Second Triage Tool,” a practical framework designed to help clinicians rapidly prioritize patients in high-pressure environments. This streamlined approach reinforces decisive thinking and structured assessment when complexity and time constraints collide.

Examining the frontlines of pediatric emergency care, Dr. Barbara Gaines highlights that small emergency departments, often seeing <10 children daily, serve as the first point of contact. She stresses the importance of strengthening support and preparedness to improve outcomes for injured children.

Your career in trauma & acute care surgery deserves to be in the right room. The AAST Annual Meeting Scholarships provide meeting registration, hotel accommodations, and a stipend so trainees can fully engage in the Annual Meeting. https://www.aast.org/professional-development/scholarships.html

Don't miss the next SPT/AAST Virtual International Case Conference, Monday, March 9 at 12:00 PM EST. This session features case presentations and collaborative discussions designed to enhance trauma care globally. https://www.aast.org/education/spt-aast-virtual-international-case-conference.html

New from AAST: The Sounding Board! Seeking senior AAST members to advise junior AAST members in 1:1 or small group sessions—share advice, feedback & fresh perspectives. 🗓 Sign up by April 15, 2026 👉 https://www.aast.org/research/initiating-new-studies/aast-sounding-board.html #AAST #mentorship

Register for the April 10–11 Emergency Surgery Course! This virtual program strengthens decision-making and operative strategy in non-trauma surgical emergencies through case-based discussion and state-of-the-art video education. https://www.aast.org/education/emergency-surgery-course.html

Preparation begins long before the first casualty arrives. Dr. Jeremy Cannon reflects on the value of deliberate planning in mass casualty and high-risk scenarios, drawing on Dwight D. Eisenhower’s insight that plans may change, but planning is indispensable. Now available on all streaming services