 Medical Student Quarterly Webinar - Resident RoundtableNovember 19 at 7 PM CST This interactive webinar will feature a panel of international and U.S.-based female surgical residents in the early stages of their training, who will share their experiences and insights on navigating the path to residency. Attendees will learn how to choose the residency program that best aligns with their goals, develop a strong rank list, prepare for interviews, and successfully transition from medical school to residency. The discussion will also cover practical advice for thriving during intern year and adapting to life as a surgical resident. This is a valuable opportunity to hear firsthand perspectives, ask questions, and gain guidance for the next step in your surgical career. RegisterAWS SCALPELSJoin the AWS Clinical Practice Committee for the AWS Surgeons' Career and Leadership Professional Education Lecture Series (SCALPELS)! In the summer of 2026, the SCALPELS program will explore how to maintain physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing throughout a surgical career. Programs are held on Thursday evenings at 8pm ET.
View RecordingsAWS Journal ClubAugust 4 from at 8pm ET |
The AWS Journal Club is an international educational initiative dedicated to teaching the landmark surgical trials that have shaped the field of General Surgery while promoting evidence-based practice among medical students, residents, fellows, and attending surgeons. Our Summer 2026 session will be on August 4, 2026 from 7pm to 8:15pm CST over Zoom. This session's topic is on Acute Care Surgery. Journal Club attendees who choose to participate in our educational research study may be eligible to receive the Association of Women Surgeons Landmark Surgical Research Certificate after attending the session and completing the required pre and post session surveys.
AWS Resident & Fellow EventsThe AWS Resident and Fellow Committee is focused on addressing surgical trainee programs and issues, with an emphasis on engaging residents and fellows in the AWS at an early stage in their careers.
Committee Planning Meeting
Interested in attending an upcoming committee planning meeting? Email us at [email protected].
Better Mentor, Bigger Impact Cross Mentoring ProgramAvailable to accepted applicants only, this program provides training to ensure we are mentoring across demographics to increase diversity within the house of surgery. Cross mentoring fosters diverse perspectives, broadens networks, and can lead to new insights and innovations. Sessions:
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