ACS named five members as recipients of the 2012 Surgical Humanitarian and Volunteerism Awards of the College and Pfizer for service to the medically underserved
Surgeons analyze more than 59,000 operations in four surgical specialties for postdischarge complications, particularly surgical site infections
Highly anticipated emergency medical services app just released that provides first responders with access to emergency care information in the field.
Research presented at the 2012 ACS Annual Clinical Congress identify preventable reasons why young pedestrians are struck by motor vehicles and injury severity differences among children, seniors
The American College of Surgeons will present an informational press briefing on “Return to Play Issues in Sports-Related Neurotrauma” during its Annual Clinical Congress being held at the McComick Place Convention Center (West Building) in Chicago.
General, vascular, and trauma surgeon A. Brent Eastman, MD, FACS, of San Diego, CA, was installed as ACS President during Convocation ceremonies that preceded the opening of the 2012 Annual Clinical Congress.
Jack W. McAninch, MD, FACS, of San Francisco, CA, was given the 2012 ACS Distinguished Service Award during Convocation ceremonies that preceded the official opening of the ACS Annual Clinical Congress in Chicago.
George F. Sheldon, MD, FACS, Chapel Hill, NC, received the ACS 2012 Lifetime Achievement Award during Convocation Ceremonies that preceded the official opening of the ACS Annual Clinical Congress in Chicago.
Honorary Fellowship in the ACS was awarded to five prominent surgeons from outside the U.S. during Convocation ceremonies that preceded the official opening of the 2012 ACS Annual Clinical Congress.
Advance press registration for ACS Clinical Congress closes soon.
Six hospitals have joined a national pilot study to promote evidence-based evaluation and treatment standards for patients with non-small cell lung cancer.
Award recognizes surgeon’s accomplishments in developing novel reconstruction procedures for children with severe urogenital abnormalities
American College of Surgeons, which led efforts to develop the new patient-centric survey that focuses on improving the surgical patient experience, issued comments on the new NQF endorsement today.
Three-year project will focus on harmonizing ACS and CDC measures and exploring ways to maximize use of electronic health records
New method shows promise in eliminating the need for long-term anti-rejection drugs, particularly for hand and face transplants.
Closer follow-up and recognizing at-risk patients may improve cardiac and colorectal procedure results
Slower walking speed may indicate increased risk of postoperative complications and longer length of hospital stay
Study shows EVAR results can be similar if the technology is affordable and available.
New study finds no change in complications and death rates in major operations when quality care variables provide framework for pay-for-performance programs
Two Fellows of the American College of Surgeons have been honored for surgical volunteerism.
New findings show an increase in postmastectomy breast reconstruction, and that TRAM flap reconstruction remains intact with a high degree of patient satisfaction
Laboratory discovery also may lead to ways of preventing necrotizing enterocolitis, which often requires surgical treatment.
New research suggests that infections caused by multi-drug resistant pathogens are not associated with overall, all-cause mortality in the surgical intensive care unit.
Raman spectroscopy technique may lead to more effective treatment for patients with staph infections.
Groundbreaking study marks the first time researchers are able to freeze organoid units and successfully implant at a later date.
Injectable substance made with proteins enables tissue to grow new blood vessels.
Oncolytic viral therapy shows great potential for treating an aggressive form of breast cancer
Mary H. McGrath, MD, FACS, San Francsco, CA, awarded American College of Surgeons highest honor.
In a ceremony preceding the start of its 97th Annual Clinical Congress, the American College of surgeons has awarded Honorary Fellowship to six surgeons from around the world
Patricia J. Numann, MD, FACS, of Syracuse, NY, becomes President of the American College of Surgeons.
ACS will host Bay Area high school students during its annual meeting next week in San Francisco
Surgical experts affiliated with the Commission on Cancer and National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers are available to discuss breast cancer awareness issues
Advance press registration for the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress Closes Sept. 29: 2 p.m. (CDT).
Evidence-based cancer data system promotes adherence to specific NQF quality measures and ensures patients remain visible in the vast cancer care network
Patient-centered approach enables cancer patients to become partners in their own care.
Surgical specialty societies' study provides guidance on need for physicians as assistants at surgery.
George Berci, MD, FACS, FRCS, Ed. (Hon), is the recipient of the 2011 Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons
The Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons has given its Outstanding Achievement Award to 90 CoC-accredited cancer programs in the U.S.
Charlottesville, VA, surgeon Don E. Detmer, MD, FACS, named to ACS post
Monthly data reports analyzing various aspects of trauma care and injury in America are now available to the media from the American College of Surgeons.
American College of Surgeons 97th Annual Clinical Congress will provide a wide array of timely topics that are essential to the delivery of high quality surgical care
Program is first statewide initiative in the nation to focus on measuring and improving safety and quality of care for trauma patients.
Trauma surgeons find elderly patients have unique needs; cite ways for trauma centers to address them.
A new analysis published in the October issue of Annals of Surgical Oncology indicates that although the proportion of young patients undergoing total thyroidectomy increased by 34 percent between 1985 and 2007, a variety of hospital and patient factors affect whether a child actually receives this procedure or another less extensive operation.
A National Cancer Data Base study shows a dramatic increase in the utilization of double mastectomy for unilateral breast cancer over 10 years.
Spend a Day with the American College of Surgeons is part of an ACS High School Student Mentoring Program.
New surgical approach attempted to control diabetes without daily insulin injections
No helmets, alcohol, and earphone use among risk factors identified in New York City study.
Team members use a multi-step ‘bundle’ approach to reduce infection rates in hospital trauma unit.
German trial uses microtechnology to identify and monitor pelvic nerves during a surgical procedure.
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