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Save the date! The 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress is heading to Washington, D.C., February 9–11, 2027.

Jointly sponsored by the Association for Academic Surgery (AAS) and the Society of University Surgeons (SUS), the ASC is the premier meeting for surgeon scientists, trainees, and academic surgical leaders.

After an incredible ASC 2026, we're already looking forward to what's next. Stay tuned for abstract submission details, registration, and programming announcements.

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Are you a medical student or resident weighing a research opportunity that doesn't perfectly match your intended specialty? This one is for you.

Grayson Stinger writes honestly on The Academic Surgeon about his decision to accept a pediatric surgery fellowship while pursuing plastic surgery, and why nearly a year later, he has no regrets. A grounded, practical read about mentorship, research skills, and what professional development actually requires.

Read the full piece: https://t.co/YlsNlotQPS

Share this with a student or trainee who is facing a similar decision!

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REMINDER: Apply for AAS/AASF Student Travel Awards! Recipients will receive travel support to the Academic Surgical Congress (ASC) being held February 9-11, 2027 in Washington, D.C.

Student Diversity Travel Award: For Medical Students who by personal identification are underrepresented and are pursuing a career in academic surgery.

Senior Medical Student Travel Award: For graduating senior Medical Students who are pursuing a career in academic surgery.

Deadline: August 14, 2026

Apply now: https://t.co/b1YG5UZgAH

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REMINDER: The ASC 2027 Call for Abstracts is open. Present your work at the 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress, Feb 9–11 in Washington, D.C.

Deadline: Fri, Aug 7 at 11:59 PM ET. No extensions.

Learn more and submit: https://t.co/lHy019BMal

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"The mentorship and informal interactions were just as valuable as the formal curriculum."

That's how Dr. @LeslyDossett, Chair of Surgery at the University of Kansas Medical Center and AAS Recorder, describes what the Fall Courses gave her early on, and why she keeps coming back as faculty.

The 2026 Fall Courses are September 25 in Washington, D.C. Early bird pricing closes September 14.

Register: https://t.co/Yv6mKXaTXo

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REMINDER: Registration is open for the AAS 2026 Fall Courses!

Spend a full day investing in your academic surgery career in Washington, D.C. on September 25, right before the ACS Clinical Congress. Choose the Fundamentals of Surgical Research Course or the Early Career Development Course, depending on where you are in your path.

Early bird rates end September 14, and space is limited.

Register today: https://t.co/3TpOeeoZ60

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"The AAS Fall Courses are the cornerstone of academic surgery."

Dr. Carla Pugh of Stanford Medicine credits the courses with teaching her how to set up her lab, write a grant, and negotiate a contract — and with the lifelong mentors and collaborators she met along the way.

That foundation is available again this fall. September 25, Washington, D.C., ahead of the ACS Clinical Congress. Early bird rates through September 14.

Choose your course and register → https://t.co/3TpOeeoZ60

[Assoc4AcademicSurgery @AcademicSurgery]

Apply for AAS/AASF Student Travel Awards! Recipients will receive travel support to the Academic Surgical Congress (ASC) being held February 9-11, 2027 in Washington, D.C.

Student Diversity Travel Award: For Medical Students who by personal identification are underrepresented and are pursuing a career in academic surgery.

Senior Medical Student Travel Award: For graduating senior Medical Students who are pursuing a career in academic surgery.

Deadline: August 14, 2026

Apply now: https://t.co/b1YG5UZgAH

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REMINDER: The ASC 2027 Call for Abstracts is open. Present your work at the 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress, Feb 9–11 in Washington, D.C.

Deadline: Fri, Aug 7 at 11:59 PM ET. No extensions.

Learn more and submit: https://t.co/lHy019BMal

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New on The Academic Surgeon: Eye-Level by Ashna Karpe

Submitted as part of the AAS Ethics Committee’s 2026 Essay & Cover Art Challenge, “Living Your Values,” Eye-Level offers a unique visual perspective inspired by the theme of the challenge.

Learn more: https://t.co/7oVKXgGDBk

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The ASC 2027 Call for Abstracts is open!

Join us February 9–11, 2027, at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C. for the 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress. We're building a program meant to be engaging and thought-provoking from start to finish, and high-quality submissions across every discipline of academic surgery are what make that possible.

The submission window closes Friday, August 7 at 11:59 PM ET and will not be extended. Case studies are not being accepted this year, and first authors may present a maximum of two abstracts.

Start your submission today → https://t.co/aapKyAuRTJ

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Just a few days left to apply for the AAS Fall Courses Awards!

Deadline: Friday, July 10th, 2026 - 5:00 PM PT.

The AAS Fall Courses provide participants opportunities to discuss advances in research methods, academic career advancement and grant writing, plus networking sessions where participants can interact with academic surgical leaders.

To learn more and apply, visit: https://t.co/rQZOItLiRD

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Registration is open for the AAS 2026 Fall Courses!

Spend a full day investing in your academic surgery career in Washington, D.C. on September 25, right before the ACS Clinical Congress. Choose the Fundamentals of Surgical Research Course or the Early Career Development Course, depending on where you are in your path.

Early bird rates end September 14, and space is limited.

Register today: https://t.co/3TpOeeoZ60

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🇪🇸 AAS goes to Madrid!

Our officers recently joined colleagues at the V Hispano-Luso Sarcoma Meeting to deliver the AAS International Career Development Course, sharing lessons on research, leadership, and mentorship with trainees and faculty from around the world. Interactive, engaging, and inspiring—exactly what AAS is all about!

"Building the next generation of academic surgeons—one conversation, one collaboration, and one country at a time."

#AcademicSurgery #GlobalSurgery #AAS #Leadership #Mentorship #SurgicalEducation

@FabianJohnston @CrisyRoland @DrCNClarke @LeslyDossett @drvikasdudeja @heatherlyu @DChu80

[Assoc4AcademicSurgery @AcademicSurgery]

Registration is open for the AAS 2026 Fall Courses!

Spend a full day investing in your academic surgery career in Washington, D.C. on September 25, right before the ACS Clinical Congress. Choose the Fundamentals of Surgical Research Course or the Early Career Development Course, depending on where you are in your path.

Early bird rates end September 14, and space is limited.

Register today: https://t.co/3TpOeeoZ60

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Hiring in academic surgery? List your open positions on the AAS Job Board and connect with top surgical talent at every career stage.

Post your listing today: https://t.co/ILe3PWkLZF

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Save the date! The AAS Fall Courses return on Friday, September 25, 2026 in Washington, D.C., held immediately prior to the ACS Clinical Congress.

Whether you're a resident or fellow preparing for dedicated research time or a junior faculty member building your academic career, the Fall Courses are designed for you.

Stay tuned for registration details, faculty announcements, and the full agenda.
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In the latest post on The Academic Surgeon, Eleanor A. Fallon, M.D. interviews Erika S. Stewart, MSN, ANP, about the role of Advanced Practice Providers in surgical subspecialty education and the launch of a Surgical Oncology APP Fellowship.

This interview is a valuable reminder that when every member of the surgical team is supported in building expertise, patients benefit.

Read the full interview: https://t.co/MiuFO2kjqK

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Check out the latest post on The Academic Surgeon to see "Two Healthcare Providers Talking Through the Window" a photograph by Justine Broecker.

https://t.co/dlySecrMjv

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This is not your typical surgical blog post. "The Hearts We Hold" by Jacquelyn Elise Fitzgerald is a creative, moving reflection on patient communication that stays with you.

Read now on The Academic Surgeon: https://t.co/0l8UCZnGfv

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Nominations are open for the AAS Pillar of Academic Surgery Lifetime Achievement Award! This is the highest honor AAS offers, recognizing individuals whose leadership, mentorship, innovation, and service have made a lasting impact on our field.

Deadline: June 15, 2026. Self-nominations welcome.

Submit yours: https://t.co/Kp5SJ48dNt