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Bulletin of the American College of Surgeons October 2022
The October issue of the ACS Bulletin features a cover story on recognizing the signs of imposter syndrome, as well as features on intimate partner violence, trauma advocacy, a trailblazing plastic surgeon, and more.
In this issue:
Executive Director & CEO Update
Your Voice Can Be Nearly as Important as Your Hands
Surgeons are uniquely positioned to be a trusted voice for lawmakers making decisions about patient care. Dr. Patricia Turner provides examples of how surgeon advocacy has translated to recent legislative wins, outlines the work that still needs to be done, and describes why even young surgeons can make an impact.
Features
Feeling Like a Fraud? Recognize the Signs of Imposter Syndrome
If you have ever doubted your surgical skills or wondered if you possess the talent and experience necessary to be a leader, you are not alone. Three successful surgeons offer details about their personal battles with imposter syndrome and how they deal with feelings of self-doubt, anxiety, and a perceived inability to meet expectations.
Understanding Intimate Partner Violence: How to Break the Cycle
In recognition of national Domestic Violence Awareness month, this article describes intimate partner violence behavior and issues a call to action for surgeon participation to help break the cycle of violence.
The Critical Role of Trauma Advocacy and Injury Prevention
The final installment of the COT at 100 series highlights major accomplishments in injury prevention and treatment, including state and federal legislation, game-changing educational courses, and current efforts to create a national trauma and emergency preparedness system.
Dr. Kerri Woodberry: The Changing Face of Academic Plastic Surgery
The first Black woman to serve as chief of a division of academic plastic surgery in the US describes what it’s like to experience “firsts,” offers advice for those pursuing an academic surgical career, and explains why it’s important to seek out strong mentorship.
Dr. Amalia Stefanou: Profile in ACS Leadership
As Chair of the Governing Council for the ACS Young Fellows Association, Dr. Stefanou explains how she fell in love with surgery, how ACS membership has enriched her career, and why it’s essential for all members to be involved with ACS activities.
Departments
Introduction of a New Quality Improvement Framework
Approach to Decreasing CT Utilization for Diagnosing Appendicitis
Genetic and Genomic Testing and Implications in Treatment for Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma
2023 Changes to Reporting Inpatient and Observation E/M Services
The Joint Commission Releases Speak Up™ to Help Patients Navigate Telehealth
Surgeons as Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Change Agents: Yes, You Can
News
Dr. Ernestine Hambrick Recognized as Inspiring Surgeon
Surgeons Honored for Volunteerism and Humanitarian Efforts
Medical Summit on Firearm Injury Prevention Promotes Collaborative Approach to Address Firearm Violence
SESAP 18 Offers Opportunities for Personalized Learning
In Memoriam: Dr. W. Gerald Austen, Cardiac Surgery Pioneer
Apply for 2023–2025 ACS Clinical Scholar in Residence Positions by October 31
Target Audience
All members of the ACS, including:
- Medical students
- Residents
- Practicing surgeons
- Retired surgeons
- Members of the surgical care team
Learning Objectives
To provide readers with information they can apply as leaders of their institutions and in their daily practices, as well as timely updates on ACS activities and initiatives.
Contact
- For questions about the educational activity, please contact Natalie Boden at nboden@facs.org
- For technical questions, please contact us at Learning@facs.org.
Disclosure Information
In accordance with the ACCME Accreditation Criteria, the American College of Surgeons must ensure that anyone in a position to control the content of the educational activity (planners and speakers/authors/discussants/moderators) has disclosed all financial relationships with any commercial interest (termed by the ACCME as “ineligible companies”, defined below) held in the last 24 months (see below for definitions). Please note that first authors were required to collect and submit disclosure information on behalf all other authors/contributors, if applicable.
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The ACCME defines an “ineligible company” as any entity producing, marketing, re-selling, or distributing health care goods or services used on or consumed by patients. Providers of clinical services directly to patients are NOT included in this definition.
Financial Relationships
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Conflict of Interest
Circumstances create a conflict of interest when an individual has an opportunity to affect CME content about products or services of an ineligible company with which he/she has a financial relationship.
The ACCME also requires that ACS manage any reported conflict and eliminate the potential for bias during the educational activity. Any conflicts noted below have been managed to our satisfaction. The disclosure information is intended to identify any commercial relationships and allow learners to form their own judgments. However, if you perceive a bias during the educational activity, please report it on the evaluation.
Editorial Committee Disclosures
Natalie Boden, MBA - Nothing to disclose
Director, Division of Integrated Communications
Continuing Medical Education Credit Information
Accreditation
The American College of Surgeons is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™
The American College of Surgeons designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
CME Credit Claiming Information
All learners must complete the course evaluation in order to claim a CME Certificate or a Certificate of Completion. Participants may only claim a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ per month.
Available Credit
- 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
- 1.00 Certificate of Completion
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