Welcome to the Tennessee Chapter of the American College of Surgeons
The Power of Quality
Quality has been the cornerstone of the American College of Surgeons (ACS) since its founding 110 years ago. Through the Power of Quality Campaign, the ACS is on a mission to improve surgical quality and patient care across the country. We will expand the reach of ACS Quality Programs to more hospitals, enlist more surgeons in quality improvement efforts, encourage the adoption of quality metrics into public policy, and help patients seek out hospitals committed to delivering the highest quality of care.
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ACS Residents as Teachers and Leaders
ACS Residents as Teachers and Leaders
ACS Clinical Congress 2026
ACS Clinical Congress 2026
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What is the ACS Tennessee Chapter Initiative Fund?
The Tennessee Chapter of the American College of Surgeons (TN-ACS) has partnered with the American College of Surgeons Foundation to set up a special fund, the ACS Tennessee Chapter Initiative Fund and all gifts to that fund will be held for use by TN-ACS.
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2025 – 2026 ACS President, Dr. Anton Sidawy
ACS President Dr. Anton Sidawy emphasizes unity among all surgical disciplines and underscores the importance of solidarity in confronting healthcare challenges and sustaining excellence in patient care. “Our collective voice will resonate more powerfully, our influence will multiply…”.
2026 Membership
The Tennessee Chapter, ACS would like to invite you to become a member! It’s your membership that will continue to let the Chapter focus on important issues facing Tennessee surgeons.
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The Future.
Through the Eyes of a Surgeon
As health care changes, it is critical that surgeons continue to have a strong voice and seat at the table in all patient care decisions. Check out this new video encouraging Fellows to become actively involved in helping the ACS take bold steps and speak with a unified voice on behalf of patients.
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