The American College of Surgeons has long opposed governmental interference in the clinical practice of medicine and in the privileged physician-patient relationship. (1/3)
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- "The best surgeons not only exhibit extraordinary technical skills, but much more. They value their mentors...they are humble and endowed with the ability to create and nurture a team with empathy and sharing in human suffering." ow.ly/fHz330ndzis #BulletinACS #surgeon
- Replying to @AmCollSurgeonsWe are concerned that this decision will impact the availability of comprehensive and safe reproductive healthcare services. (3/3) Our full statement: facs.org/about-acs/stat…
- Replying to @AmCollSurgeonsThe Supreme Court’s decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health will allow states to eliminate access to reproductive services for women and will jeopardize the autonomy of this relationship. (2/3)
- This job asks for things from you that no other job on earth would dare. And surgeons do it, because that's the job. Along with our teams, we step up every day to keep one powerful promise. Learn more at tohealall.org
00:00 - Hospitals, health systems and surgeons should prepare now to manage elective surgical procedures during COVID-19 outbreak, with a plan to minimize, postpone, or cancel at this time. Read our guidance: bit.ly/2wW0e5g #COVID19
- President Biden has formally nominated ACS Fellow Dr. Monica Bertagnolli (@NCIDirector) as the next Director of the @NIH. She will be the first surgeon and the second woman to serve in the role. Congratulations to an accomplished and deserving leader! fal.cn/3yiNG
- From @johnboockvar and @drdavidlanger in @NYDailyNews: "There is still a narrow window to prevent this from happening. America’s surgeons need Congress to act this year by passing legislation that will avert these devastating cuts.” Read: bit.ly/3mFSf1E #CutsHurtPatients
- We are pleased to announce @pturnermd has been selected to serve as the next ACS Executive Director. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Turner! More information to come soon.
- Dr. Julie A. Freischlag was elected as the new President-Elect of the American College of Surgeons during last week's Clinical Congress 2020. Congratulations, @JFreischlag! bit.ly/3jR2zlG #ACSCC20
- Your outie is officially a surgeon. Welcome. #Match2025
- Surgeons and other health care workers must have access to PPE, and be able to speak freely, without fear of retribution, as they seek to find a solution to accessing PPE. New Statement on PPE Shortages during #COVID19: bit.ly/2UT2Jhb #ACSCOVID19
- Congratulations to Dr. Henri R. Ford (@HenriFordMD) for officially assuming his role as ACS President! We look forward to his leadership in the coming year. #ACSCC23
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