American College of Surgeons

Congratulations to the 77 hospitals recognized by ACS NSQIP for meritorious surgical outcomes in 2025! 👏

Their achievement reflects the dedication of surgical teams who use outcomes data to keep improving care for patients.

View the full list: brnw.ch/21x71rD

“We have always done it this way” can signal a barrier to better care.

ACS Governor @pferrada1 shares why surgical teams need to feel safe speaking up and challenging familiar practices to protect patients.

Watch her TEDx talk: brnw.ch/21x70vS

Congratulations to the Class of 2027 Future Trauma Leaders! We can't wait to see the differences you make in the future of trauma care. 🤝

Learn more about our six new program participants over at @acsTrauma!

Attending #TQIP26? Join us Nov. 12 for a special screening of The Chaplain & The Doctor, exploring the power of multidisciplinary care. 📽️ 🤝

The conversation continues Friday with Dr. Zitter and Chaplain Clark.

Learn more: brnw.ch/21x6YQD

At a recent National Academies workshop, ACS trauma leader Avery Nathens, MD, PhD, FACS, discussed how trauma center verification, best practices guidelines, and TQIP data can help teams identify gaps and coordinate care.

Read more here: brnw.ch/21x6YQw