Please join the New York Chapter and Manhattan Council for the Annual Dinner Meeting on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 6 to 9 p.m. at Dock's Oyster Bar 633 Third Avenue, New York, NY.

This annual gathering provides a wonderful opportunity for surgeons from across specialties to come together, reconnect with colleagues, make new professional connections, and enjoy an evening of conversation and camaraderie. Strengthening relationships across surgical specialties is an important part of building a more connected surgical community in New York.

We are especially pleased to welcome Dr. Raja Flores, a prominent New York City thoracic surgeon and former candidate for Mayor of New York City, as our special guest speaker. Dr. Flores will share his journey in advocacy and politics, including lessons learned from his mayoral campaign and his perspective on the important role physicians and surgeons can play in shaping public policy.

Event Details

6 p.m. Networking & Reception

6:45 p.m. Welcome: The NY Chapter ACS is Your Partner
Arthur Jenkins, MD, FACS – Chapter President

7:15 p.m. Beyond Medicine: A Surgeon's Journey into Advocacy and
Public Service
Dr. Raja M. Flores
Chairman, Department of Thoracic Surgery
Mount Sinai Health System

7:45 p.m. Thank You to Outgoing President Dr. Anthony Vine

8 p.m. New York State Updates and Chapter Awards

8:30 p.m. Conclusion

Thank you to our supporters to date

Please contact info@nysurgeon.org for exhibit opportunities