Association for Academic Surgery (AAS)

04/11/2025

📢 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: https://www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/registration/

01/11/2025

Hey AAS members! Are you looking for your next career move? Find your perfect medical match and explore opportunities at leading institutions.
https://www.aasurg.org/jobs/

31/10/2025

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, and 2024. Councilors are elected to a 2-year term and serve on the AAS Executive Council.

Learn more about our newest leaders in the AAS: https://www.aasurg.org/announcing-new-aas-councilors-for-2026/

31/10/2025

AAS is pleased to announce the new Councilors who will be representing the classes of 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, and 2024. Councilors are elected to a 2-year term and serve on the AAS Executive Council. Please welcome these new leaders in the Association! Candidate Councilor - Alexa Lisevick Kumar Medical College of Wisconsin Alexa Lisevick Kumar, MD is a general surgery resident at the Medical College of Wisconsin....

AAS is pleased to announce the new Councilors who will be representing the classes of 2014, 2016, 2018, 2020, 2022, and 2024. Councilors are elected to a 2-year term and serve on the AAS Executive Council. Please welcome these new leaders in the Association! Bio Latest Posts AAS Administrative Offic...

31/10/2025

New on The Academic Surgeon: 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: https://www.aasurg.org/making-use-of-all-the-breasts-advancing-breast-surgical-education-with-a-cadaver-course-in-breast-ultrasound-and-oncoplastics/

30/10/2025

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Dr. Michael Zinner, past president of the Association for Academic Surgery (1986). A visionary leader in surgery, Dr. Zinner’s commitment to education, research, and mentorship shaped generations of academic surgeons. His legacy will continue to inspire the surgical community for years to come.

30/10/2025

“Please, find something to do with all of the breasts that go unused.” That was the ask from the Director of our Donated Body Program at UCLA, Dr. Warwick Peacock. Most medical schools have some form of anatomical education involving cadavers, but ours was somewhat unique in that we regularly had lightly embalmed and fresh bodies available for educational use by practically every medical department....

“Please, find something to do with all of the breasts that go unused.” That was the ask from the Director of our Donated Body Program at UCLA, Dr. Warwick Peacock. Most medical schools have some form of anatomical education involving cadavers, but ours was somewhat unique in that we regularly ha...

28/10/2025

TOMORROW! Writing a Quality Manuscript Webinar

Publishing high-quality research is one of the most powerful ways to advance your career and the field of academic surgery.

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.

🗓 Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🕓 3:00–4:00 PM Central
📍 Via Zoom

You’ll learn how to:
✅ Choose the right journal
✅ Structure and strengthen your manuscript
✅ Respond effectively to reviewers
✅ Add impact and visibility to your research

Register today to secure your spot and receive a downloadable Quality Manuscript Checklist! https://www.aasurg.org/webinar-writing-a-quality-manuscript/

22/10/2025

SAVE THE DATE! We are counting down the days until the 21st Annual Academic Surgical Congress!

🗓️ February 3-5, 2026
📍 Orlando, FL

Learn more: https://www.academicsurgicalcongress.org/

21/10/2025

Upcoming Webinar: Writing a Quality Manuscript

Publishing high-quality research is one of the most powerful ways to advance your career and the field of academic surgery.

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.

🗓 Wednesday, October 29, 2025
🕓 3:00–4:00 PM Central
📍 Via Zoom

You’ll learn how to:
✅ Choose the right journal
✅ Structure and strengthen your manuscript
✅ Respond effectively to reviewers
✅ Add impact and visibility to your research

Register today to secure your spot and receive a downloadable Quality Manuscript Checklist! https://www.aasurg.org/webinar-writing-a-quality-manuscript/

16/10/2025

“When you see a turtle on a fence post, you know they had help getting there.”

In her deeply personal essay on The Academic Surgeon, When You See a Turtle on a Fence Post…, Besmira Alija reflects on her journey from immigrant child to future surgeon and the mentors who helped make it possible.

This story is a tribute to resilience, the power of education, and the life-changing role of mentorship.

📖 Read it here: https://www.aasurg.org/when-you-see-a-turtle-on-a-fence-post/

16/10/2025

⏰ Deadline Tonight!
AAS Committee Self-Nominations close Thursday, 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.

Join a committee to:
✔ Collaborate with surgical leaders and peers
✔ Strengthen your leadership experience
✔ Influence the future of academic surgery

Don’t wait — submit your self-nomination before the deadline tonight! https://www.aasurg.org/nominations/