CO/WY State Assembly Association of Surgical Technologists

03/16/2026

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03/14/2026

AST Robotic Guideline - Public Comment Now Open
The Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) is currently updating several of our guidelines for best practice, and we invite our members to participate in the review process.
AST Guidelines for Best Practices on the Perioperative Role and Duties of the Surgical Technologist During Robotic Surgical Procedures has been updated and is now available for public comment. This is an opportunity for AST members and surgical professionals to review the proposed updates and provide valuable feedback that helps ensure our guidelines reflect current standards, technology, and best practices in the surgical environment.
Your input is an important part of maintaining high-quality, evidence-based guidance for the profession.
How to Participate:
Review the updated Best Practices on the Perioperative Role and Duties of the Surgical Technologist During Robotic Surgical Procedures: https://www.ast.org/educator/GuidelineComments/
Submit your comments and feedback during the public comment period (30 days): https://www.ast.org/educator/GuidelineComments/
We encourage all members involved in robotic-assisted procedures or surgical education to take part in this process. Please provide evidence-based feedback and include specific examples to support your commentary.
https://www.ast.org/educator/GuidelineComments/

Enhancing the profession to ensure quality patient care.

03/10/2026

Jot us down! ✏️ 🗓

01/09/2026

Register for our February workshop!
Link in comments 😊

09/24/2025

Happy CST week!!

Check out our story for registration information for our annual business meeting. See you there!

09/10/2025

We are honored to share a letter from Senator Mike Crapo, recognizing the vital contributions of our devoted professionals. His words of support highlight the dedication, skill, and professionalism brought to every operating room. Thank you, Senator, for standing with our profession!

06/28/2025

Registeration now open!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/working-wednesday-workshop-tickets-1435516541619?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/06/2025

Happy Women's History Month! 😷

Mary Edwards Walker, the only woman in U.S. history to receive the Medal of Honor, was a pioneering surgeon, women’s rights advocate, and abolitionist.

Despite many societal barriers, she became the first female U.S. Army surgeon during the Civil War and would often cross battle lines to treat wounded soldiers. This resulted in her capture by Confederate soldiers. She was declared a spy and imprisoned for 4 months. Shortly after her release from prison, she was declared the Assistant Surgeon of the Ohio 52nd Infantry.

Beyond her work in the Civil War, she was an advocate for women’s rights. She famously wore pants and advocated for “dress reform.” She never conformed to traditional gender roles, wearing men’s clothing for comfort and practicality, including a signature top hat. When she died in 1919, she was buried in a black suit.

You can read more about Dr. Mary Edwards Walker here: https://educate.beyondclean.net/4ejnz16

For a more in-depth look at the history of women in surgery, click here: https://educate.beyondclean.net/3XlQP1k

02/25/2025

Mark your calendars! 🗓
Jot us down! ✍️
Pencil us in! ✏️

Hope to see you this Spring!

02/14/2025

From our OR to yours, Happy Valentine's Day!