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More than a profession—a calling. 🩺 Discover how purpose shapes surgeon well-being in JACS.
88% of US surgeons viewed surgery as a calling, a perception independently associated with higher flourishing.
A national survey of 283 surgeons found high overall flourishing (7.98/10), but social relationships scored lowest (7.41/10).
Read the full study by Ig-Izevbekhai and colleagues at: ovid.com/10.1097/XCS.0000000…
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This #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, we’re highlighting patient choice after surgery.
In a 107-patient @acsJACS study, 66% offered an opt-in approach after breast surgery declined an opioid prescription.
Hear the researchers discuss what they found on #JACSOperativeWord: theoperativeword.podbean.com…
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Missed radiotherapy appointments decreased by nearly 40% across 194 US cancer programs.
An @AmCollSurgeons national quality improvement collaborative included 99,057 patients and reduced rates of missing ≥3 treatments from 8.3% to 5.0%.
Read the full study by Chan and colleagues at: ovid.com/10.1097/XCS.0000000…
Save the dates for 2027! 📅
⭐ July 29–August 1: ACS Quality, Safety & Cancer Conference
⭐ September 16–19: ACS Clinical Congress in San Diego
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details! tinyurl.com/mr46d4tc
Stay up to date with Cancer Programs education! 💻
Explore on-demand webinars covering evidence-based technical standards for breast cancer surgery and the NAPRC site visit process under the new 2026 Standards. Learn at your convenience: tinyurl.com/5y76a2p7
Cancer Liaison Physicians: We want to hear from you! 📣 Complete the annual CLP survey by October 30 and help the CoC improve resources and develop new materials to support CLP's. Share your feedback today! tinyurl.com/3eddxv4r
High-quality cancer care should be within reach, no matter where you live. 💙 The CoC’s new rural accreditation category tailors standards to rural hospitals’ needs and resources, helping expand access to comprehensive, patient-centered care. tinyurl.com/32rmsb4m
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An updated surgical palliative care research agenda identifies 11 gaps across patient selection, care delivery, and outcome measurement, including intervention timing, surgical communication, and patient-centered outcomes.
Read the full study by Wong and colleagues at: doi.org/10.1097/XCS.00000000…
Get ready for the 2027 NAPBC Standards! 📚
The new NAPBC 2027 Standards 101 e-learning course uses short videos, readings, and knowledge checks to help programs understand the new standards and compliance requirements. Start learning today! tinyurl.com/hwy27bdx
Congratulations to the latest programs earning NAPRC accreditation! 📷
NAPRC accreditation recognizes programs committed to providing high-quality, multidisciplinary care for patients with rectal cancer. See the newly accredited programs: tinyurl.com/426tcm4z
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Following an urban hospital closure, essential surgical volume increased 20.2% at a neighboring community hospital but declined 11.6% at a nearby trauma center.
A JACS study by Goosman and colleagues highlights how hospital closures redistribute operative demand across regional health systems: ovid.com/10.1097/XCS.0000000…
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Prepare for your next career conversation and learn strategies for contract negotiations, promotion discussions, and equitable compensation in the ACS Women in Surgery Committee’s “Knowing Your Worth” webinar.
Watch the recording: brnw.ch/21x6ucQ
Congratulations to New York State Chair Jamal Rahaman, MBBS, FACS, and Virginia Co-State Chair Jason Wilson, MD, MBA, FACS, recipients of the 2026 CoC State Chair Outstanding Performance Award! 👏tinyurl.com/5c9evfu8
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The November issue of JACS is live.
Explore the latest research on advances in surgical care, postoperative risk assessment, and the changing demands on healthcare systems.
Full issue at: ovid.com/jnls/journalacs/toc…
There’s a lot happening across ACS Cancer Programs! Catch up on the latest news, including leadership updates, upcoming webinars, accreditation resources, quality improvement opportunities, and more.
See what’s new in the October 8 issue!
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! 🎀
CoC and NAPBC accredited programs: Download customizable posters in QPort to highlight your accreditation and promote breast cancer awareness in your community.
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10 Sessions That Drew Strong Interest at @AmCollSurgeons Clinical Congress 2026 facs.org/for-medical-profess…
Thank you to everyone who joined us in Washington, DC, for the CoC Annual Fall Meeting and #ACSCC26! CoC members gathered for committee meetings, the annual plenary session, research presentations, member organization updates, and more. See highlights! tinyurl.com/56h6cmnn
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Pope Leo XIV’s diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma brings renewed attention to lung health and the importance of early detection.
With more than 229,000 new US cases annually, research continues to address critical gaps in lung cancer detection, treatment, and outcomes. Explore the JACS lung cancer collection featuring studies on incidental detection, AI-assisted nodule identification, surgical outcomes, recurrence, and disparities in care.
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Congratulations to the newest NAPBC-accredited breast centers! 🎉 Thank you for your commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centered breast care.
See the newly accredited programs! tinyurl.com/2sp4vjc2
