American College of Surgeons

The American College of Surgeons is a non-profit organization based in Chicago, Illinois, with a workforce of 1,410 employees. The organization generates an annual revenue of $107.8 million. The American College of Surgeons is dedicated to enhancing surgical patient care and upholding high standards of surgical practice. They offer a range of membership opportunities to surgeons and surgical professionals at all career stages. Membership signifies that a surgeon has met rigorous evaluation standards in education, training, competency, qualifications, and ethical conduct. The ACS focuses on quality improvement and surgical education programs, aiming to improve patient access, reduce complications, lower healthcare costs, and achieve better patient outcomes. Their quality accreditation and verification programs, along with products, guidelines, and tools, contribute to enhanced quality in various surgical specialties, including trauma, cancer, breast disease, bariatrics, pediatric surgery, geriatric surgery, and overall surgical care. For more information about the American College of Surgeons, please visit www.facs.org.