Dr. Timothy Donahue, 2023-2024 SUS President, reflected on his term and outlined the theme of his talk, “Empowering Leaders Better Together,” which embodies the society’s new vision. He emphasized the critical challenge facing academic surgeons: balancing the academic mission—encompassing research, education, and service—with the corporatization of healthcare. This shift centralizes care, prioritizes efficiency, and pressures […]
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20th Annual Academic Surgical Congress
February 11-13, 2025
Las Vegas, Nevada
ASC 2024 Recap: Trailblazer Award Winner Dr. Carla Pugh
Dr. Carla Pugh is the recipient of the prestigious 2023 SUS Trailblazer Award. She was introduced by Dr. Mary Hawn as a unique leader, innovator, and pioneer—the first surgeon to obtain a Ph.D. in education, blazing a new trail in surgical sciences for future generations of surgeon-scientists. In her acceptance speech, Dr. Pugh expressed deep […]
ASC 2024 Recap: Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Dr. Timothy Billiar
Dr. Timothy Billiar is the recipient of the prestigious 2023 SUS Lifetime Achievement Award (LTAA). He was introduced by Dr. David Geller as the consummate surgeon-scientist, having served as the Chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine for nearly a quarter of a century. Throughout his tenure, Dr. […]
Leadership Agility Program
Registration is now open! The SUS Leadership Agility Program, designed in collaboration with Kellogg School of Management, equips leaders to advance their careers in academic medicine amidst an ever-changing landscape. The program leverages Kellogg’s strength in meeting the unique design … Read More about Leadership Agility Program
Mid-Career Course
The SUS Mid-Career Academic Surgery Professional Development Course will provide personal guidance to develop your leadership skills and a road map for progression for aspiring leaders in academic surgery. The course is: Ideal for mid-career surgeons (5-12 years in practice) Designed to … Read More about Mid-Career Course
Surgical Investigators’ Course
2024 AAS/SUS Surgical Investigators’ Course Sunday, February 4-Monday, February 5, 2024 Join the AAS and SUS for an intensive course designed to support your successful attainment of extramural grant funding. The course is ideal for: Learning the essential elements of a successful … Read More about Surgical Investigators’ Course
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