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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.
academicsurgicalcongress.org #ASC2027 #AcademicSurgery
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Keep going, docs. It's being noticed.
npr.org/2018/11/11/666762890…
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The 2023 AAS Presidential Address - Removing the Mask by @lubitz_carrie is now available for viewing.
Go to the AAS web site (aasurg.org) or view directly on Vimeo and Youtube:
vimeo.com/804101487
piped.video/watch?v=JaNBH4UP…
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The AAS condemns systemic racism and oppression targeting people of color. Please read the attached statement and share widely. #AAS4All #SurgeonsAgainstRacism #EndHate
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Abortion is healthcare and healthcare is a human right.
When was the last time SCOTUS handed down a ruling that inconvenienced wealthy males, much less stripped away a right?
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Everyone at #ASC2021, please help us spread this video far and wide. #DJDorry
@jdimick1 @UnivSurg @TomVargheseJr @AmirGhaferi @lubitz_carrie @dreskim @DrCNClarke @timpawlik @mkitano7 @LillianErdahlMD @LillianKao1 @topknife @joshuamammen @JosephSakran
vimeo.com/508646737
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AAS Member Spotlight for May 2021: Oluwadamilola “Lola” Fayanju, MD, MA, MPHS, FACS aasurg.org/member-spotlight/…
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When a high schooler gives a presentation at a national surgical meeting, it's just the absolute coolest thing to see. #ASC2023
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@AcademicSurgery in conjunction with the @UniversitySurgeons is pleased to announce the inaugural JUMPSTART Program Cohort. The program is designed to advance diversity in academic surgical leadership. To learn more -> sus-aas-dei.org/about/
ALT https://www.sus-aas-dei.org/2022-2024-jumpstart-cohort/
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Congratulations to the next President Elect of the AAS: @dreskim!
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Surgeons are athletes. In both the physical demands and the mental approach
Picture worth many words describing sentiments, education, reality and needs…@AcademicSurgery #education #surgicalcoaching
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In case any of you are wondering why we and @UnivSurg are hosting a course on diversity, please see this response to our email announcing the course. Clearly we still have a lot of education in front of us. #DiversityandInclusion #NotGarbage
@AcademicSurgery and @UnivSurg are hosting a course of Creating a Diverse Surgical Workforce on Dec 16! Be sure to register today at web.cvent.com/event/2d38c9e3…
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Diversity makes everything stronger. This applies to medicine, surgery, community, life. The AAS is proud to be helping diversity flourish.
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In case you were wondering, these are the top 10 institutions with accepted abstracts at #ASC2019:
UW and Miami tied for 10th
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AAS Member Spotlight for April 2021 – Rian M. Hasson, MD aasurg.org/member-spotlight/…
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Returning to Surgical Residency After Research Years: Top 5 Pieces of Advice aasurg.org/blog/returning-su…
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Congratulations to the 2021 AAS/AASF Research Award Winners! aasurg.org/blog/congratulati…
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We would like to congratulate Past Prez @FabianJohnston on being named Chair of the Department of Surgery at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist. We couldn't be prouder!
@AtriumHealthWFB
@DrCNClarke
@BrenessaL
@lmfunk2
@CrisyRoland
@drvikasdudeja
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Are you a Medical Student planning to submit an abstract for #ASC2025? Join us on July 16 from 8-9 PM EST for a webinar on "How to Write an Effective Abstract," aimed at helping you craft top-scoring submissions.
Register: ow.ly/S9SK50SuTGv
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The AAS strongly condemns racism in all of its forms and we stand with the SAAS in support of this statement. #EndHate
A message from the SAAS Executive Council addressing the recent increase in Asian American harassment.
asiansurgeon.org/
#AAPI #AsianAmerican #COVID19
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AAS Member Spotlight for June 2021 – Allison N. Martin, MD MPH aasurg.org/member-spotlight/…
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Welcome to the incoming AAS leadership team! 🎉
Congratulations to the incoming AAS Officers:
✨ President: Brenessa Lindeman, MD, MEHP (UAB) @BrenessaL
✨ President-Elect: Vikas Dudeja, MD (UAB) @drvikasdudeja
✨ Recorder: Lesly Dossett, MD (Michigan)
✨ Treasurer: Ashley Holder, MD (MD Anderson) @AshleyHolderMD
We look forward to an exciting year under your guidance! 🙌
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2020 Publications Committee Reviewers of the Year aasurg.org/blog/2020-publica…
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It's a good thing U. Of Michigan has a great surgery program because their fall sportsball team looks like butt. Suggest a funding transfer. @UMichSurgery
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Today was a good first day at #ASC2022.
Two years in the making. We cannot express how happy we are to be having this meeting and hosting you all.
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We pledge to work together and be part of the change that is long overdue. #AAS4All #SurgeonsAgainstRacism #EndHate @DrCNClarke @mkitano7 @LillianErdahlMD
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Writing Tips for the Busy Academic Surgeon aasurg.org/blog/writing-tips…
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The AASF is excited to announce a new research award for an under-represented junior faculty member.
The award is named in honor of Dr. Henri Ford, the first Black AAS president. For more information and to make a donation, please visit:
aasfoundation.org/henri-ford…
@AASFoundation1
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We have started sending the #ASC2019 abstract notifications! Because of spam rules, we send our emails out sloooooowly so if your colleague gets theirs and you don't, just be patient!
When your email does arrive, make sure to click the reply link! See you in Houston!
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ICYMI: @CapriceGreenber gives the AAS Presidential Address "Sticky Floors and Glass Ceilings" at #ASC2017 piped.video/watch?v=KHo1x2sk…
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In case you were wondering, here is the list of the top 10 institutions by average score, minimum of 10 abstracts accepted for the meeting. #ASC2019
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Happy New Year to our academician peeps!
May all your grants get funded and all your p-values be < 0.05
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You should watch it and try to figure out how long Noah Wylie's character was in residency...
We think he was about PGY-10 at the end...
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Holy crap, this is huge. Drs. Silver, Jong, and Morris did research during and after #ASC2022 (planned from the AAS side by our own @DrCNClarke) on COVID infection rates. JAMA picked it up and it's getting media run!
Check it out:
jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…
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Just FYI: #ASC2022 has had more than 1,000 attendees check-in as of noon.
Thank you all for coming!
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Dr. Ford is very, very wise.
5 rules of @HenriFordMD to a packed room of students and residents at #SBAS2018:
1. There is no substitute for excellence
2. Conduct yourself with absolute integrity
3. Moderation in everything
4. Hire the best people and stay out of the way
5. Don’t take yourself too seriously
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Live look at an attending and their med students at #ASC2022
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Huge shout-out to all the #surgmoms doing double duty out there on Mother's Day. #respect #surgparenting #surgtweeting
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Some things to consider about the Academic Surgical Congress and #ASC2022 in particular.
Aside from the science (and hoo baby, the science was good), ASC meetings have always served as a window to the future of surgery.
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Some things to consider on #NationalWomenPhysiciansDay #NWPD:
Are you following/retweeting/promoting your female colleagues on social media?
Does your organization marketing materials reflect the diversity of the organization?
Even little biases matter. Let's all do better.
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If you need an annual reminder to cherish and honor the special people in your life, you may need to engage in some introspection.
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A message from AAS President, @BrenessaL! ✨
"As I step into the role of President, I am filled with immense enthusiasm and gratitude. It's truly a privilege to serve an organization that has been so instrumental in my own journey as an academic surgeon. Like many of you, I've found a home within the AAS, a community that fosters collaboration, innovation, and unwavering support.
This year, we want to emphasize that the AAS is 'In Your Corner,' committed to being your steadfast partner in navigating the ever-evolving landscape of academic surgery. Whether you're a seasoned leader or a budding trainee, the AAS is here to champion your growth and success."
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And that's it for #ASC2023. We'll see you in Washington, DC for #ASC2024!
Abstract submission opens in the summer and don't forget to plan on attending the AAS Fall Courses at #ACSCC2024
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Future book editors, take note... This is why you should spend the effort to cultivate your social media relationships.
@jdimick1 has essentially crowdsourced an entire book off of one tweet. This is good #AcademicSurgery
Dear surgical outcomes researchers:
@lubitz_carrie and I are working on our final table of contents for the 2nd edition of this @AcademicSurgery book.
What new topics would you like to see?
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Black History Month 2022 - A Recap & A Request, article by Dr. Oluwadamilola Fayanju -
aasurg.org/blog/black-histor…
@DrLolaFayanju
@pennsurgery
@PennCancer @PC3Innovation @PennLDI
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Congratulations to the New Journal of Surgical Research Statistics Editors aasurg.org/blog/congratulati…
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Good luck to all the first-time presenters tomorrow! #ASC2023
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#ASC2019 Plenary Presentation: Discrimination and Harassment in Surgical Training ow.ly/y9HJ50kALwo
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The Value of Dedicated Research Time aasurg.org/blog/the-value-of…
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It's official! #ASC2019 received the largest number of completed abstract submissions of any ASC meeting!
1,663! That's a lot!
Reviewers, you're up. Have fun!
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Hey folks. Sad but excited to announce that #ASC2021 will now be virtual. Details below, more information coming soon.
WE STILL WANT YOUR RESEARCH! Plan on submitting abstracts this summer!
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Happy Mother's Day to our #SurgMoms and #MomsOfSurgeons. We ❤️ you all and hope you get a little comfort, love, and rest today.
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In addition to all the praise being heaped upon @AmirGhaferi for his Presidential Address, we just wanted to emphasize that he's one of the nicest human beings we've had the pleasure to meet and who treats others well.
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The AAS Nominating Committee has released the slate of officer candidates. Congrats to all, voting will take place tomorrow #ASC2019
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Hearty and heartfelt congratulations to AAS Past President @HenriFordMD on being named Dean at the Miller School of Medicine at the University of Miami! @societyofBAS #BlackMenInMedicine #ILookLikeASurgeon
miamiherald.com/news/health-…
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With all of the group photos coming through the #ASC2018 feed tonight, one can’t help but think the future of surgery looks both diverse and equitable. #Good. #ILookLikeASurgeon
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“Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?”
I know how surgeons will answer that and I’m proud to be a small part of your mission.
Yours in service and hopeful for equity and equality in the future.
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Attention all surgeons! The #ASC2018 Abstract Submission is open and ready to receive your research: academicsurgicalcongress.org…
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Happy Labor Day. Thanks for choosing medicine as a career and sacrificing holidays to take care of others. #surgery #surgparenting #surgbbq
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Checking in this morning to see how #thisisourlane is doing. Still going strong! @ThisIsOurLane
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Because it's been a FAQ, we did record the @CapriceGreenber presidential address at #ASC2017 and we hope to make it available soon #AWSchat
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Congratulations to the New Associate Editors for the Journal of Surgical Research aasurg.org/blog/congratulati…
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Ahem,
We are over 1,890 abstracts submitted for #ASC2020 and are still working with last minute technical support issues to add a few more. Last year was 1,911 so we're close to eclipsing that.
Are we going to have a party in Orlando?
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We regret to inform @UMichSurgery that we can no longer be friends for the next few days. @UCLASurgeryRes @HarborUCLASurg @dgsomucla
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Overheard on day 3 of #ASC2022:
"Where is the Narcissist room?"
"Did you mean Narcissus? That's on the second floor. The narcissist room is any room with a surgeon in it"
HEY-O!
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A huge thank you to Dr. Callisia Clarke! 🙏
We appreciate your incredible leadership, dedication, and passion for academic surgery.
Your dedicated service as the 2024 AAS President has made a lasting impact on the AAS, and we're so grateful for everything you've done! 🎉 @DrCNClarke
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Merry Christmas to all of the doctors, nurses, and hospital staff who are working today to ensure their patients get to see many more Christmas's. We see you. Your friends and family see you.
Tell us your #SurgChristmas stories...
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Now that notifications for #ASC2019 are out, it's time to make @topknife famous again: "How to make a QuickShot for the ASC"
piped.video/watch?v=imR58w2v…
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For those of you who were at #ASC2022, consider how it looked. The future of surgery is women. The future is diverse. The MS2's and PGY3's presenting from the podium this week will grow into our future chairs and surgery will change accordingly. 2/4
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#ASC2021 The recordings of the "Making Surgical Traning Anti-Racist" and "Toolkit for Basic and Translational Research by Surgeon Scientists" are now available!
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Level up your presentation skills for #ASC2025! 🎤
The AAS Medical Student Task Force presents a free webinar with expert advice from Dr. Monica Dua and Dr. Fabian Johnston (an AAS Past President!).
✅ Master the art of slide design
✅ Learn insider secrets from judges
✅ Live Q&A to answer your questions
🗓️ Wednesday, December 11th, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM CST
➡️ Register now: buff.ly/3Ba1Ud9
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Let’s all continue working to make surgery, and the world, a better place.
“Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?”
I know how surgeons will answer that and I’m proud to be a small part of your mission.
Yours in service and hopeful for equity and equality in the future.
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Let's see who brings the fire to surgery:
@heatheryeomd
@LoggheMD
@csl888
@Jasosamd
@AmaliaCochranMD
@CapriceGreenber
@LillianKao1
@rebecca_sippel
@MinterWiscSurg
@susieQP8
@LillianErdahlMD
@pturnermd
@kibbemr
@sparklyscalpel
Partial list, ran out of room...
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How Halsted Altered the Course of Surgery as We Know It aasurg.org/blog/how-halsted-…
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Roses are red
Violets are blue
We'll handle your achalasia
And no incisions too
#POEM #poetry #PerOralEndoscopicMyotomy
Big milestone for our endoscopy program at @methodistdallas. We completed our 100th POEM procedure! Kudos to all the staff, nurses and reps for working together!! @TexasGastros @ASGEendoscopy
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Welcome to #ASC2021 everybody! Registered attendees, please visit 2021.academicsurgicalcongres… and make sure you can access the meeting via the app or web view!
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A storm's a brewin! ⛈️ A BRAINstorm of amazing ideas! The Executive Council hard at work planning for the future of AAS, it's members and future leaders. @drvikasdudeja @DrCNClarke @lmfunk2 @FabianJohnston @BrenessaL
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Optimizing Mentor-Mentee Relationships aasurg.org/blog/optimizing-m…
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Want to be an Academic Surgeon but need help on Fundamentals of Surgical Research? We've got the course for you: aasurg.org/meetings/fallcour…
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Hey, that's our President-Elect
It’s another #BHM Tuesday! We are HONORED to celebrate a fantastic leader, mentor, and overall good human in academic surgery—Dr. @FabianJohnston! His accomplishments were impossible to fit on one Tweet, but suffice to say we are so proud!✊🏾#SBASCelebratesBHM #BlackMeninMedicine
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Here. We. Go. #ASC2018 notifications have started sending. There are over 1,000 going out which will take a bit so be patient. (patient = don't @ me about missing emails for at least an hour 😉)
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Dear @OSUSurgery,
Congratulations on participating in this year's Championship Sportsball game.
@UMichSurgery if you need a reminder of what a Championship game is, we're happy to refer you to several good history books.
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Inspired by @DrCNClarke's checklist for #ASC2022, here's a revised version. Before flying to Orlando:
✅Be asymptomatic - Have test prior to travel
✅Bring proof of vaxxed & boosted
✅Pack your N95/KN95 masks
✅Get ASC22 app, info below
✅Beer money for the TweetBot (CRITICAL!)
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