The SUS Honors 2018 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Layton “Bing” Rikkers, MD About the Lifetime Achievement Award The Society of University Surgeons (SUS) has awarded Layton F. Rikkers, MD, Professor Emeritus, University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, the 2018 SUS Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Rikkers will be presented with the Lifetime Achievement […]
Professional Development
Develop your leadership skills and identify opportunities for advancement in academic medicine. Keep up-to-date on the latest scientific advancements and what’s new in clinical outcomes.
Scientific & Clinical Breakthroughs
SUS grant awards are designed to aid surgeon-scientists at critical points in their careers and support continued advances in a multitude of specialties.
Society of University Surgeons
Excellence. Scholarship. Connection. Apply for Membership Today!
Make an Impact Today
The SUS Foundation provides opportunities for young surgeon-scientists to pursue careers in academic medicine. Help us continue the legacy of dedicated surgeons, research scientists, and patient advocates.
Call for Nominations: President-Elect, Treasurer and Councilor
Nomination Process: The Society of University Surgeons (SUS) is seeking nominations for the positions of President-Elect, Treasurer and Councilor-at-Large for Membership. The purpose of the Society of University Surgeons is to support and advance leaders in Academic Surgery. Officers of the SUS have often been active participants in committees and are leaders in their institutions […]
In Memoriam: Marshall J. Orloff, MD
The Society of University Surgeons (SUS) and the Society of University Surgeons Foundation announce with great sadness the passing of Marshall J. Orloff, MD, Distinguished Professor of Surgery Emeritus and Founding Chair of the Department of Surgery at the University of California, San Diego. Dr. Orloff was President of the SUS in 1971 and was […]
More Blogs!
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 August 26-29, 2018 program leverages Kellogg’s strength in meeting the unique design requirements of … Read More about Leadership Agility Program
Mid-Career Course
Monday, February 4, 2019 Full Day Course and Networking Cocktail Reception Hilton Americas-Houston Houston, TX 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 … Read More about Mid-Career Course
Surgical Investigators’ Course
Save the Date! Sunday, February 3 & Monday, February 4, 2019 Houston, Texas Information for the 2019 course will be posted later this year. 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 … Read More about Surgical Investigators’ Course