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May 15-17, 2026
NY Chapter ACS Surgical Symposium at The Sagamore!

Join us again at the beautiful Sagamore Hotel & Resort for an  experience in surgical  education, hands-on learning and networking. Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake George, this year’s NY Chapter ACS Surgical Symposium offers a blend of expert-led discussions,  innovative research, and interactive skills competitions designed for surgeons at every stage of their careers.

Whether you’re a fellow, resident, seasoned surgeon, or part of the surgical team, this symposium offers a unique opportunity to learn, collaborate, and grow in a scenic setting. Plus, with The Sagamore’s renowned amenities and family-friendly atmosphere, you can turn your conference experience into a memorable getaway.

Thank you to our planning committee members:

  • Michael A Vella, MD FACS - Chair
  • Maria T Castaldi, MD FACS
  • William Doscher, MD FACS
  • Shani Fruchter, DO
  • Danielle A. Katz, MD FACS 
  • Lauren Audrey Licata, MD FACS
  • Nandita Nettu Mahajan, MD
  • Alessandra Laura Moore, MD FACS
  • Mark A. Reiner, MD FACS
  • Kaitlin Ritter, MD
  • Patrick F Timmins III, MD FACS
  • Robert J Winchell, MD FACS

Registration Fees  |  Click Here to Register 

  • NY Chapter Fellows – $200.00
    Available to Active Fellows of the College with paid NY Chapter dues.
  • Associate Fellow – $100.00

  • Resident – $100.00

  • Medical Student – $100.00

  • Retired and Senior Fellows – $100.00

  • Non-Member – $250.00
    Open to allied health professionals, surgical team staff, and New York surgeons affiliated with our Chapter who have not paid membership dues. Eligible surgeons may apply this fee toward their 2026 Chapter dues.

    Exhibitor Prospectus: Click HERE to review the exhibitor application. 

    Call for Abstracts & Practice Changing Papers: CLICK HERE to learn more and make submissions. 

    Target Audience

    • Surgeons, fellows, residents, and medical students

    • Surgical and physician assistants, registered nurses, office managers, data registrars, medical association personnel, residency program coordinators, non-surgeon physicians, PhDs

    • Allied health professionals

    Session Highlights

    • ACS Keynote Address
    • Landmark and Ongoing Clinical Trials in New York State
    • Multidisciplinary Cancer Panel - Breast, Head & Neck, Neoadjuvant Therapy Updates, and More
    • Pro–Con: Complex Trauma Cases - Multispecialty Perspectives
    • Medical Malpractice & Legal Preparedness - Depositions and Expert Witness Testimony
    • Artificial Intelligence in Surgery: Current Applications and Future Directions
    • Pro–Con: Complex Robotic Surgery Cases - Colorectal, OB/GYN, Urology, and General Surgery
    • Perioperative Optimization and Enhanced Recovery
    • Global Surgery and Health Initiatives
    • Trauma Updates for Non–Trauma Surgeons
    • Advocacy and Workforce Challenges - State Chapter Updates, Surgeon Shortages, and Scope of Practice
    • Practice-Changing Papers 
    • Pro–Con: Complex General Surgery Cases - Gallbladder, Ventral and Hiatal Hernia, Diverticulitis, and More
    •  Ethics in Modern Surgical Practice
    • Student and Trainee Rapid-Fire Oral Presentations
    Full Program Coming Soon

    Accreditation Statement

    Forthcoming

    Confirmations

    All registered participants will receive a confirmation via e-mail.

    Refund Policy

    A handling fee of $25 is deducted for cancellation. Refund requests must be received by mail or email one week prior to the course. No refund will be made thereafter.

    On-Site Registration

    For on-site registration, add $25 to the appropriate category above (available only if space permits–please call first).
    Please note: Registration will not be processed unless accompanied by payment.

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