American College of Surgeons

American College of Surgeons is a scientific and educational association of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to improve the quality of care for the surgical patient by setting high standards for surgical education and practice.

History

The American College of Surgeons was established by Dr. Franklin H. Martin in 1913. The organization was created to improve the quality of care for surgical patients by setting high standards for surgical education and practice.

Mission

The mission of the American College of Surgeons is to improve the care of surgical patients and to safeguard standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment.

Membership

Members of the American College of Surgeons are referred to as "Fellows." The letters FACS (Fellow, American College of Surgeons) after a surgeon's name mean that the surgeon's education and training, professional qualifications, surgical competence, and ethical conduct have passed a rigorous evaluation, and have been found to be consistent with the high standards established and demanded by the College.

Programs and Services

The American College of Surgeons provides a number of programs and services to aid surgeons in their work, including education and training, research, advocacy, and patient education.

See Also

• Surgery
• Medical Education
• Patient Care

References

American College of Surgeons Resources
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