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🥶 LEADERBOARD UPDATE! 🥶 The ice is shifting & so is the fate of our officers. Here’s where things stand right now!
The race is way too close to call — one generous boost could send your favorite straight into first place! 🪣❄️
Donate + cheer them on: www.aasurg.org/aas-officer-...
The race is way too close to call — one generous boost could send your favorite straight into first place! 🪣❄️
Donate + cheer them on: www.aasurg.org/aas-officer-...
November 24, 2025 at 3:26 PM
🥶 LEADERBOARD UPDATE! 🥶 The ice is shifting & so is the fate of our officers. Here’s where things stand right now!
The race is way too close to call — one generous boost could send your favorite straight into first place! 🪣❄️
Donate + cheer them on: www.aasurg.org/aas-officer-...
The race is way too close to call — one generous boost could send your favorite straight into first place! 🪣❄️
Donate + cheer them on: www.aasurg.org/aas-officer-...
Is it ever too late to return to academics?
In the latest post on The Academic Surgeon, Dr. Shannon Small shares her path from aspiring professor to community surgeon & back again. A powerful story about career pivots, motherhood, & finding purpose in every step.
www.aasurg.org/what-do-you-...
In the latest post on The Academic Surgeon, Dr. Shannon Small shares her path from aspiring professor to community surgeon & back again. A powerful story about career pivots, motherhood, & finding purpose in every step.
www.aasurg.org/what-do-you-...
November 21, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Is it ever too late to return to academics?
In the latest post on The Academic Surgeon, Dr. Shannon Small shares her path from aspiring professor to community surgeon & back again. A powerful story about career pivots, motherhood, & finding purpose in every step.
www.aasurg.org/what-do-you-...
In the latest post on The Academic Surgeon, Dr. Shannon Small shares her path from aspiring professor to community surgeon & back again. A powerful story about career pivots, motherhood, & finding purpose in every step.
www.aasurg.org/what-do-you-...
The Ice Bucket Showdown is LIVE! ❄️🪣
Each officer is racing to raise $5,000 to support the AAS Fall Courses. If they hit their goal, they get ICED!
Pick your officer. Place your bets. Help us freeze an officer & fund the future!
Donate + learn more: www.aasurg.org/aas-officer-...
Each officer is racing to raise $5,000 to support the AAS Fall Courses. If they hit their goal, they get ICED!
Pick your officer. Place your bets. Help us freeze an officer & fund the future!
Donate + learn more: www.aasurg.org/aas-officer-...
November 18, 2025 at 8:51 PM
The Ice Bucket Showdown is LIVE! ❄️🪣
Each officer is racing to raise $5,000 to support the AAS Fall Courses. If they hit their goal, they get ICED!
Pick your officer. Place your bets. Help us freeze an officer & fund the future!
Donate + learn more: www.aasurg.org/aas-officer-...
Each officer is racing to raise $5,000 to support the AAS Fall Courses. If they hit their goal, they get ICED!
Pick your officer. Place your bets. Help us freeze an officer & fund the future!
Donate + learn more: www.aasurg.org/aas-officer-...
What does it take to become a surgeon in a system where residency spots are scarce and the wait can stretch for years?
Princess Ekpo shares the inspiring story of Dr. Chukwunonso Okoye, a plastic surgery resident at the National Hospital Abuja.
www.aasurg.org/resilience-a...
Princess Ekpo shares the inspiring story of Dr. Chukwunonso Okoye, a plastic surgery resident at the National Hospital Abuja.
www.aasurg.org/resilience-a...
November 14, 2025 at 6:28 PM
What does it take to become a surgeon in a system where residency spots are scarce and the wait can stretch for years?
Princess Ekpo shares the inspiring story of Dr. Chukwunonso Okoye, a plastic surgery resident at the National Hospital Abuja.
www.aasurg.org/resilience-a...
Princess Ekpo shares the inspiring story of Dr. Chukwunonso Okoye, a plastic surgery resident at the National Hospital Abuja.
www.aasurg.org/resilience-a...
Calling all women in academic surgery!
The AWS/AAS Surgical Investigator Course Award supports one AWS faculty member to attend the AAS/SUS Surgical Investigator’s Course in February 2026.
Deadline: November 12, 2025
Learn more and apply now: womensurg.memberclicks.net/aws-aas-sus-...
The AWS/AAS Surgical Investigator Course Award supports one AWS faculty member to attend the AAS/SUS Surgical Investigator’s Course in February 2026.
Deadline: November 12, 2025
Learn more and apply now: womensurg.memberclicks.net/aws-aas-sus-...
November 7, 2025 at 6:02 PM
Calling all women in academic surgery!
The AWS/AAS Surgical Investigator Course Award supports one AWS faculty member to attend the AAS/SUS Surgical Investigator’s Course in February 2026.
Deadline: November 12, 2025
Learn more and apply now: womensurg.memberclicks.net/aws-aas-sus-...
The AWS/AAS Surgical Investigator Course Award supports one AWS faculty member to attend the AAS/SUS Surgical Investigator’s Course in February 2026.
Deadline: November 12, 2025
Learn more and apply now: womensurg.memberclicks.net/aws-aas-sus-...
📢 REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR ACS 2026!
Register today and be part of the meeting that continues to drive academic surgery forward.
We can’t wait to see you in sunny Orlando for another inspiring Academic Surgical Congress!
Register: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/registration/
Register today and be part of the meeting that continues to drive academic surgery forward.
We can’t wait to see you in sunny Orlando for another inspiring Academic Surgical Congress!
Register: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/registration/
November 4, 2025 at 6:12 PM
📢 REGISTRATION IS OPEN FOR ACS 2026!
Register today and be part of the meeting that continues to drive academic surgery forward.
We can’t wait to see you in sunny Orlando for another inspiring Academic Surgical Congress!
Register: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/registration/
Register today and be part of the meeting that continues to drive academic surgery forward.
We can’t wait to see you in sunny Orlando for another inspiring Academic Surgical Congress!
Register: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/registration/
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/
www.aasurg.org/jobs/
November 1, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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/
www.aasurg.org/jobs/
Announcing the new AAS Councilors for 2026!
AAS is pleased to announce the new Councilors who will be representing the classes of 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, & 2024.
Learn more about our newest leaders: www.aasurg.org/announcing-n...
AAS is pleased to announce the new Councilors who will be representing the classes of 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, & 2024.
Learn more about our newest leaders: www.aasurg.org/announcing-n...
October 31, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Announcing the new AAS Councilors for 2026!
AAS is pleased to announce the new Councilors who will be representing the classes of 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, & 2024.
Learn more about our newest leaders: www.aasurg.org/announcing-n...
AAS is pleased to announce the new Councilors who will be representing the classes of 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, & 2024.
Learn more about our newest leaders: www.aasurg.org/announcing-n...
New Blog: Making Use of All the Breasts
Dr. Nimmi Kapoor turned an underused resource—cadaveric breasts—into a hands-on training course in breast ultrasound and oncoplastic skills. Learn how a little creativity transformed resident education at UCLA.
📖 Read the blog: www.aasurg.org/making-use-o...
Dr. Nimmi Kapoor turned an underused resource—cadaveric breasts—into a hands-on training course in breast ultrasound and oncoplastic skills. Learn how a little creativity transformed resident education at UCLA.
📖 Read the blog: www.aasurg.org/making-use-o...
October 31, 2025 at 2:53 PM
New Blog: Making Use of All the Breasts
Dr. Nimmi Kapoor turned an underused resource—cadaveric breasts—into a hands-on training course in breast ultrasound and oncoplastic skills. Learn how a little creativity transformed resident education at UCLA.
📖 Read the blog: www.aasurg.org/making-use-o...
Dr. Nimmi Kapoor turned an underused resource—cadaveric breasts—into a hands-on training course in breast ultrasound and oncoplastic skills. Learn how a little creativity transformed resident education at UCLA.
📖 Read the blog: www.aasurg.org/making-use-o...
We're deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Michael Zinner, past president of the AAS (1986). A visionary leader in surgery, his commitment to education, research, & mentorship shaped generations of academic surgeons. His legacy will continue to inspire the surgical community for years to come.
October 30, 2025 at 7:50 PM
We're deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Michael Zinner, past president of the AAS (1986). A visionary leader in surgery, his commitment to education, research, & mentorship shaped generations of academic surgeons. His legacy will continue to inspire the surgical community for years to come.
TOMORROW! Writing a Quality Manuscript Webinar
Join the AAS Publications Committee and special guest Dr. Scott LeMaire, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Surgical Research, for a practical, step-by-step guide to writing and submitting a successful manuscript.
www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
Join the AAS Publications Committee and special guest Dr. Scott LeMaire, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Surgical Research, for a practical, step-by-step guide to writing and submitting a successful manuscript.
www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
October 29, 2025 at 9:18 AM
TOMORROW! Writing a Quality Manuscript Webinar
Join the AAS Publications Committee and special guest Dr. Scott LeMaire, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Surgical Research, for a practical, step-by-step guide to writing and submitting a successful manuscript.
www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
Join the AAS Publications Committee and special guest Dr. Scott LeMaire, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Surgical Research, for a practical, step-by-step guide to writing and submitting a successful manuscript.
www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
SAVE THE DATE! We are counting down the days until the 21st Annual Academic Surgical Congress!
🗓️ February 3-5, 2026
📍 Orlando, FL
Learn more: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org
🗓️ February 3-5, 2026
📍 Orlando, FL
Learn more: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org
October 22, 2025 at 2:26 PM
SAVE THE DATE! We are counting down the days until the 21st Annual Academic Surgical Congress!
🗓️ February 3-5, 2026
📍 Orlando, FL
Learn more: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org
🗓️ February 3-5, 2026
📍 Orlando, FL
Learn more: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org
Upcoming Webinar: Writing a Quality Manuscript on Weds, Oct 29, 2025 from 3-4pm CT.
Join the AAS Publications Committee for a step-by-step guide to writing & submitting a successful manuscript!
Register & receive a downloadable Quality Manuscript Checklist! www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
Join the AAS Publications Committee for a step-by-step guide to writing & submitting a successful manuscript!
Register & receive a downloadable Quality Manuscript Checklist! www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
October 22, 2025 at 8:18 AM
Upcoming Webinar: Writing a Quality Manuscript on Weds, Oct 29, 2025 from 3-4pm CT.
Join the AAS Publications Committee for a step-by-step guide to writing & submitting a successful manuscript!
Register & receive a downloadable Quality Manuscript Checklist! www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
Join the AAS Publications Committee for a step-by-step guide to writing & submitting a successful manuscript!
Register & receive a downloadable Quality Manuscript Checklist! www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
In the latest on The Academic Surgeon, When You See a Turtle on a Fence Post…, Besmira Alija reflects on her journey & the mentors who helped make it possible.
It's a tribute to resilience, the power of education, & the life-changing role of mentorship.
Read it here: www.aasurg.org/when-you-see...
It's a tribute to resilience, the power of education, & the life-changing role of mentorship.
Read it here: www.aasurg.org/when-you-see...
October 17, 2025 at 8:18 AM
In the latest on The Academic Surgeon, When You See a Turtle on a Fence Post…, Besmira Alija reflects on her journey & the mentors who helped make it possible.
It's a tribute to resilience, the power of education, & the life-changing role of mentorship.
Read it here: www.aasurg.org/when-you-see...
It's a tribute to resilience, the power of education, & the life-changing role of mentorship.
Read it here: www.aasurg.org/when-you-see...
⏰ Deadline Tonight! AAS Committee Self-Nominations close Oct 16 at 8:00 PM PT.
If you’ve been thinking about getting more involved, this is your moment to step forward. We especially encourage Military and International AAS members to apply.
Submit your self-nomination: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
If you’ve been thinking about getting more involved, this is your moment to step forward. We especially encourage Military and International AAS members to apply.
Submit your self-nomination: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
October 16, 2025 at 6:37 PM
⏰ Deadline Tonight! AAS Committee Self-Nominations close Oct 16 at 8:00 PM PT.
If you’ve been thinking about getting more involved, this is your moment to step forward. We especially encourage Military and International AAS members to apply.
Submit your self-nomination: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
If you’ve been thinking about getting more involved, this is your moment to step forward. We especially encourage Military and International AAS members to apply.
Submit your self-nomination: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
LAST CALL! AAS Committee Self-Nominations
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in shaping the future of academic surgery, this is your moment to step forward.
🗓 Deadline to Self-Nominate: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM PT
Submit your self-nomination today: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in shaping the future of academic surgery, this is your moment to step forward.
🗓 Deadline to Self-Nominate: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM PT
Submit your self-nomination today: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
October 16, 2025 at 8:18 AM
LAST CALL! AAS Committee Self-Nominations
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in shaping the future of academic surgery, this is your moment to step forward.
🗓 Deadline to Self-Nominate: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM PT
Submit your self-nomination today: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in shaping the future of academic surgery, this is your moment to step forward.
🗓 Deadline to Self-Nominate: Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM PT
Submit your self-nomination today: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
Join the AAS Publications Committee & special guest Dr. Scott LeMaire, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Surgical Research, for a practical, step-by-step guide to writing & submitting a successful manuscript.
🗓 Weds, October 29, 2025
🕓 3 PM Central
Register today: www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
🗓 Weds, October 29, 2025
🕓 3 PM Central
Register today: www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
October 11, 2025 at 2:26 PM
Join the AAS Publications Committee & special guest Dr. Scott LeMaire, Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Surgical Research, for a practical, step-by-step guide to writing & submitting a successful manuscript.
🗓 Weds, October 29, 2025
🕓 3 PM Central
Register today: www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
🗓 Weds, October 29, 2025
🕓 3 PM Central
Register today: www.aasurg.org/webinar-writ...
AAS Committee Self-Nominations are open — but not for long!
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in shaping the future of academic surgery, this is your moment to step forward.
👉 Learn more and submit your self-nomination today: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in shaping the future of academic surgery, this is your moment to step forward.
👉 Learn more and submit your self-nomination today: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
October 11, 2025 at 8:18 AM
AAS Committee Self-Nominations are open — but not for long!
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in shaping the future of academic surgery, this is your moment to step forward.
👉 Learn more and submit your self-nomination today: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
If you’ve ever wanted to get more involved in shaping the future of academic surgery, this is your moment to step forward.
👉 Learn more and submit your self-nomination today: www.aasurg.org/nominations/
SAVE THE DATE! We are counting down the days until the 21st Annual Academic Surgical Congress!
🗓️ February 3-5, 2026
📍 Orlando, FL
Learn more: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org
🗓️ February 3-5, 2026
📍 Orlando, FL
Learn more: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org
October 7, 2025 at 8:18 AM
SAVE THE DATE! We are counting down the days until the 21st Annual Academic Surgical Congress!
🗓️ February 3-5, 2026
📍 Orlando, FL
Learn more: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org
🗓️ February 3-5, 2026
📍 Orlando, FL
Learn more: www.academicsurgicalcongress.org
Do you have your official AAS merch?! Show us a photo in the comments!
Shop AAS Blue Sky Scrubs:
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Shop AAS Blue Sky Scrubs:
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October 2, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Do you have your official AAS merch?! Show us a photo in the comments!
Shop AAS Blue Sky Scrubs:
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Shop AAS Blue Sky Scrubs:
blueskyscrubs.com/collections/...
New on The Academic Surgeon! In Finding Your First Academic Position, Dr. Anthony Villano breaks down the unstructured (and often overwhelming) job search process for surgeons entering the academic workforce.
📖 Read it here: www.aasurg.org/finding-your...
📖 Read it here: www.aasurg.org/finding-your...
September 30, 2025 at 4:34 PM
New on The Academic Surgeon! In Finding Your First Academic Position, Dr. Anthony Villano breaks down the unstructured (and often overwhelming) job search process for surgeons entering the academic workforce.
📖 Read it here: www.aasurg.org/finding-your...
📖 Read it here: www.aasurg.org/finding-your...
REMINDER! SAVE THE DATE - AAS FALL COURSES!
📆 October 3rd, 2025
⏰ 7 AM – 5 PM
📍Chicago, IL
The AAS Fall Courses, The Early Career Development Course & The Fundamentals of Surgical Research Course, will take place immediately prior to the ACS Clinical Congress.
➡️ www.aasurg.org/aas-fall-cou...
📆 October 3rd, 2025
⏰ 7 AM – 5 PM
📍Chicago, IL
The AAS Fall Courses, The Early Career Development Course & The Fundamentals of Surgical Research Course, will take place immediately prior to the ACS Clinical Congress.
➡️ www.aasurg.org/aas-fall-cou...
September 26, 2025 at 8:18 AM
REMINDER! SAVE THE DATE - AAS FALL COURSES!
📆 October 3rd, 2025
⏰ 7 AM – 5 PM
📍Chicago, IL
The AAS Fall Courses, The Early Career Development Course & The Fundamentals of Surgical Research Course, will take place immediately prior to the ACS Clinical Congress.
➡️ www.aasurg.org/aas-fall-cou...
📆 October 3rd, 2025
⏰ 7 AM – 5 PM
📍Chicago, IL
The AAS Fall Courses, The Early Career Development Course & The Fundamentals of Surgical Research Course, will take place immediately prior to the ACS Clinical Congress.
➡️ www.aasurg.org/aas-fall-cou...
In Scientific Belonging: Shaping Translational Research Through Inclusion, Jennifer Whittington explores how inclusive excellence drives more rigorous, transparent & impactful science—especially in the face of evolving federal policies like the GSS executive order.
www.aasurg.org/scientific-b...
www.aasurg.org/scientific-b...
September 24, 2025 at 8:18 AM
In Scientific Belonging: Shaping Translational Research Through Inclusion, Jennifer Whittington explores how inclusive excellence drives more rigorous, transparent & impactful science—especially in the face of evolving federal policies like the GSS executive order.
www.aasurg.org/scientific-b...
www.aasurg.org/scientific-b...
“I want a doctor, not a computer.”
In AI in Healthcare: A Powerful Ally or a Risky Experiment?, Christina Colosimo explores the promises and pitfalls of AI in modern medicine—from diagnostic breakthroughs & burnout reduction to ethical concerns & patient trust.
www.aasurg.org/i-want-a-doc...
In AI in Healthcare: A Powerful Ally or a Risky Experiment?, Christina Colosimo explores the promises and pitfalls of AI in modern medicine—from diagnostic breakthroughs & burnout reduction to ethical concerns & patient trust.
www.aasurg.org/i-want-a-doc...
September 20, 2025 at 2:26 PM
“I want a doctor, not a computer.”
In AI in Healthcare: A Powerful Ally or a Risky Experiment?, Christina Colosimo explores the promises and pitfalls of AI in modern medicine—from diagnostic breakthroughs & burnout reduction to ethical concerns & patient trust.
www.aasurg.org/i-want-a-doc...
In AI in Healthcare: A Powerful Ally or a Risky Experiment?, Christina Colosimo explores the promises and pitfalls of AI in modern medicine—from diagnostic breakthroughs & burnout reduction to ethical concerns & patient trust.
www.aasurg.org/i-want-a-doc...
REMINDER! Join the AAS and APDS for our upcoming webinar, Ace Your Surgery Residency Interview 2025 🩺✨
🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025
⏰ 7–8 PM EST
👉 Don’t miss your chance to level up your interview prep!
Register today: www.aasurg.org/webinar-ace-...
🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025
⏰ 7–8 PM EST
👉 Don’t miss your chance to level up your interview prep!
Register today: www.aasurg.org/webinar-ace-...
September 20, 2025 at 8:18 AM
REMINDER! Join the AAS and APDS for our upcoming webinar, Ace Your Surgery Residency Interview 2025 🩺✨
🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025
⏰ 7–8 PM EST
👉 Don’t miss your chance to level up your interview prep!
Register today: www.aasurg.org/webinar-ace-...
🗓️ Tuesday, Sept. 23, 2025
⏰ 7–8 PM EST
👉 Don’t miss your chance to level up your interview prep!
Register today: www.aasurg.org/webinar-ace-...