BJS Lecturer Kathryn Chu, MD, MPH Humanitarian Aid Worker to Academic Global Surgeon: A Personal Journey in Global Health The BJS Lecture was given by Dr. Kathryn Chu, who has an incredibly inspiring story of her altruistic journey. Dr. Chu was born in the US to Chinese immigrants and received her undergraduate degree from Stanford […]
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2020 ASC Recap: SUS Joel J. Roslyn Lecturer Dr. Benedict Nwomeh
SUS 20th Anniversary Joel J. Roslyn Lecturer: Benedict Nwomeh, MD, MPH Academic Global Surgery: A Whole New World Dr. Benedict Nwomeh was introduced as the 20th Joel Roslyn lecturer. Dr. Nwomeh is a Professor of Surgery and Vice-Chair of Global Surgery at Ohio State and the Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Program Director at Nationwide Children’s […]
2020 ASC Recap: 20th Anniversary of the Joel J. Roslyn Lecture
20th Anniversary of the Joel J. Roslyn Lecture: Introduction by Keith Lillemoe, MD The 20th Anniversary of the Joel J. Roslyn Lecture was introduced by Dr. Keith Lillemoe. Dr. Lillemoe described Dr. Joel Roslyn as a rising star in academic surgery, who was also a family man and a great friend. Dr. Roslyn was educated […]
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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 13-16, 2020 program leverages Kellogg’s strength in meeting the unique design requirements of … Read More about Leadership Agility Program
Mid-Career Course
Monday, February 1, 2021 Full Day Course and Networking Cocktail Reception Hilton Americas-Houston Houston, Texas 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 … Read More about Mid-Career Course
Surgical Investigators’ Course
SAVE THE DATE! February, 2021 (Exact Date TBD) Hilton Americas-Houston, Houston, TX 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 … Read More about Surgical Investigators’ Course