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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · 29d

Wrapped up my duties as @ras-acs.bsky.social Chair of the Communications Working Group at @facs.org #ACSCC25! Excited to see the amazing work the group will continue to do!

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Sep 8

Dear colleagues,
I’m running for @ras-acs.bsky.social Secretary & would love your support! RAS ACS has given me so much & I’m dedicated to seeing its continued growth. I’m passionate about trainee/patient advocacy & finding innovative ways to support you during your career. Ballots in email.
Thx!

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ACS Resident and Associate Society @ras-acs.bsky.social · Aug 15

We’re less than 2 months away from #ACSCC25! Early bird registration for Clinical Congress ends on Mon, 8/18. Residents, be sure to register on or before 8/18 to secure FREE registration. We look forward to seeing you all at our Surgery Resident Program!

www.facs.org/for-medical-...

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American College of Surgeons @facs.org · Apr 25

We had such a great time at this year's Leadership & Advocacy Summit in Washington, DC! Thank you to the approximately 500 surgeons from across the US who joined us to help shape the future of surgery and surgical patient care.

Check out the highlights from #ACSLAS25 👇🎥

WATCH: Surgeons Exude Energy, Purpose at Leadership & Advocacy Summit

Surgeon leaders and advocates came together to advance their work at the 2025 ACS Leadership & Advocacy Summit.

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ACS Resident and Associate Society @ras-acs.bsky.social · Apr 25

The deadline is approaching to submit your spectacular case for @facs.org Clinical Congress 2025! Be sure to submit by May 5th!

🔗: redcap.facs.org/surveys/?s=R...

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Apr 5

Okay, so I got to do something really cool with my MUCH cooler mentors @susannewarnermd.bsky.social @drcnclarke.bsky.social!

Check out our @socsurgonc.bsky.social podcast on ensuring a diverse workforce in surgical oncology, feat Drs. Clarke, Stewart IV, & Shubeck. Moderators: Dr. Warner & myself.

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Feb 6

Okay, took a quick hiatus from social media. Catch me up!

What’s new on #SurgSky?
Any new book recs emerging on #BookSky?

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ACS Resident and Associate Society @ras-acs.bsky.social · Feb 5

‼️🚨: new @facs.org ACS Bulletin article fresh off the press! 📰

Learn how AI can benefit you as a trainee and as a program during the Match Day process, while also understanding the limitations of this tool.

🔗: www.facs.org/for-medical-...

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ACS Resident and Associate Society @ras-acs.bsky.social · Jan 10

Registration is now live! Be sure to register (for FREE) for the Leadership and Advocacy Summit. There's also still 8 days left to apply for the 2025 ACS Leadership and Advocacy Summit Resident Travel Award.

Travel Award: facs.org/for-medical-...

Register: facs.org/for-medical-...

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Jan 10

Welcome to @bsky.app #SurgSky! 🎊👏

ACS Resident and Associate Society @ras-acs.bsky.social · Jan 10

We’ve arrived (albeit, fashionably tardy) and we’re so thrilled to officially introduce ourselves to #BlueSky. We are devoted to the concerns and needs of all surgical trainees and young surgeons and providing you with ways to get involved with @facs.org.

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 29

…bleets (if that’s what we’re calling posts) will be slow while my fingers continue to defrost. 🥶

Not feeling very thankful for this weather, but on a positive note, this has forced me to put the Xmas tree up much earlier this year. 🎄

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 26

I’ve reached the “it’s so cold I want to cry, but if I cry my tears will freeze” stage of winter.

a close up of a man 's face with a beard

ALT: a close up of a man 's face with a beard

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WHO @who.int · Nov 25

It’s the International Day to End Violence against Women and Girls!

1 in 3 girls and women around the world experience physical and/or sexual violence by:

A husband
A boyfriend
An intimate partner
A lover
A parent
A relative
A colleague
A boss
A stranger

bit.ly/3gy8pfq
#NoExcuse

1 in 3 women worldwide has experienced physical and/or sexual violence mostly at the hands of an intimate partner.

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 24

Yes, me too! Thanks for the suggestions; added them to my list. I’ll have to let you know if I come across another good book or series!!

LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 24

Currently finishing up Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler & on the lookout for fantasy fiction, sci-fi, & historical fiction and nonfiction #booksky recs.

Joining my kids in their 40-book reading challenge & want to show them it’s very doable & loads of fun!

Please drop any book recs below 👇🏾📚!

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 23

I’m so sorry. Sending my condolences to you and your family.

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 20

#GlobalSurgery #SurgSky residents/fellows, our RAS- @amcollsurgeons.bsky.social Global Surgery & Membership working groups are excited to host a Q&A with Dr. Valery Vilchez Parra on Nov 25th at 8 pm EST/5 pm PST. Come hear about her journey and experiences! 🌍

Link: facs-org.zoom.us/j/91028466340

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msutherlandmd.bsky.social @msutherlandmd.bsky.social · Nov 20

I am thrilled to join the #SurgSky community – it’s great to see so many familiar faces. Residents, as you navigate this year, don’t hesitate to reach out to me with any questions. Learn more about your opportunities here and keep working hard! www.facs.org/for-medical-...

Resident and Associate Society

For surgical trainees and young surgeons, the Resident and Associate Society of the ACS serves to familiarize you with College programs and leadership

www.facs.org

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 20

Done!

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 18

Okay, yay!

a little girl wearing sunglasses and a leather jacket is standing next to a table .

ALT: a little girl wearing sunglasses and a leather jacket is standing next to a table .

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 18

Never that! Simply, pure admiration. We just want to join the cool kids on the block. 🥹 🙏

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 18

Made a starter pack for #SurgOnc! Planting the seed 🌱, excited to watch this network blossom 🌺

Let me know if you want to be added! #SurgSky #MedSky

go.bsky.app/P21N31C

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 18

#SurgSky trainees (all specialties), there’s still time to get engaged with RAS-ACS! Our Global Surgery & Membership teams are meeting this Wed, 11/20.

(join our Comms crew. We’ll show @sages.org & @cosef.org, we’re witty too 🤭)

💬 WhatsApp: tinyurl.com/36scfpnz
📧 Listserv: tinyurl.com/sjft6nv4

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Sophia Williams-Perez @sophwperez.bsky.social · Nov 17

#SurgEdSky superstars and supporters, the starter pack is finally here!!

Let’s all connect 🦋 (and share our favorite research *and* memes together)

Collaboration of Surgical Education Fellows @cosef.org · Nov 17

Do you have the #SundayScaries? Fancy some surgical education? 🤓🧐

Start your week off on the right note by joining #SurgEdSky 📚

Reply to this post to join!

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LaDonna Kearse, MD @signeddrk.bsky.social · Nov 18

I am anxiously awaiting the release of Onyx Storm by @rebeccayarros.bsky.social. I need to know what happens to Xaden and Violet. When will the next books in the sequel be out?

For any #booksky peeps impatient like me, found a teaser: www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainmen...

Rebecca Yarros’s ‘Onyx Storm’ Is Hotter Than Dragon Fire

The third book in the Empyrean series is set to be her biggest yet and we have the excerpt you’ve been waiting for!

www.cosmopolitan.com