Congratulations to Alex Cuenca, MD, PhD on being awarded the 2019-2020 SUS Junior Faculty Award! Mentor and SUS Member Sponsor: James Markmann, MD Project: The role of adjuvant induced myeloid-derived suppressor cells in allograft tolerance. Following graduation from New College of Florida, Dr. Cuenca completed both his medical school and general surgery residency at […]
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Importance of Diversity in American Surgical Leadership
The Society of University Surgeons (SUS) is committed to the principles of diversity and inclusion. We believe the strength of our profession lies in its diverse nature and we are committed to ensuring the leadership of the future reflects that diversity. To that end, we developed a collaboration with the Society of Black Academic Surgeons […]
2019 ASC Recap: SUS Presidential Session Elmi Muller, MD
SUS Presidential Session: Measuring Success Through Impact How Clinical Need Influenced My Career: A Personal Perspective Elmi Muller, MD SUS President Dr. Allan Tsung invited Dr. Elmi Muller to join the SUS Presidential Session: Measuring Success Through Impact. Dr. Muller is a South African transplant surgeon who pioneered the first HIV+ organ to HIV+ recipient […]
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Leadership Agility Program
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 September 22-25, 2019 program leverages Kellogg’s strength in meeting the unique design requirements of … Read More about Leadership Agility Program
Mid-Career Course
Monday, February 3, 2020 Full Day Course and Networking Cocktail Reception Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace Orlando, Florida 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 … Read More about Mid-Career Course
Surgical Investigators’ Course
SAVE THE DATE! February 2-3, 2020 Hilton Orlando Buena Vista Palace We hope you will be able to join the AAS and SUS for an intensive course designed to support your successful attainment of extramural grant funding.More information regarding the course will be made available in the fall of … Read More about Surgical Investigators’ Course