The ѻý (ACS) Centennial celebration was launched during our 2012 Clinical Congress in Chicago, IL, September 30–October 4, 2012, and featured special program sessions, exhibits, and commemorative publications that paid tribute to the College’s 100-year unwavering commitment to improving the quality of care for surgical patients.
In recognition of how the College’s efforts and achievements have significantly influenced the course of surgery in America and around the world, Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel and Illinois Governor Pat Quinn designated September 30–October 4 as “ѻý Days” in the city and state.
View the "" that honors yesterday’s and today’s surgeon leaders, the distinguished organization that they built, and the continuing great contributions of surgeons to advancing surgical innovation, patient safety, and surgical quality.
View the ѻý presidential theme video presented during our 2012 Clinical Congress. Learn about milestone surgical accomplishments from the past century, and how the surgical profession is poised to succeed in the next 100 years.
– ѻýPresident A. Brent Eastman, MD, Fѻý(2012-13)
ѻýCentennial keepsakes are available for purchase, with 10 percent of all sale proceeds going to the ѻýFoundation.
David L. Nahrwold, MD, FACS, and Peter J. Kernahan, MD, PhD, FACS, researched the College’s engaging history and amassed an account that highlights major milestones, surgical setbacks, and significant achievements of ѻýFellows. Purchase a copy by visiting the online ѻýPublications and Services Catalog.
View the online version of the commemorative magazine published by the ѻý and Faircount Media Group illuminating the College’s 2013 centennial anniversary year.