Generated by All in One SEO Pro v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # American College of Surgeons - Southwestern PA Chapter ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://acs-swpa.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [Home](https://acs-swpa.org/) - Welcome to the Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter The ACS offers a wide array of membership opportunities for those involved in the surgical profession; your local Chapter will offer similar benefits, locally. Join the chapter today . Local Chapter Benefits Engagement and networking at chapter meetings Access to your local surgical community Opportunities to earn CME locally - [Events](https://acs-swpa.org/events/) - CONTENTS - [Upcoming Events](https://acs-swpa.org/upcoming-events/) - CONTENTS - [Contact](https://acs-swpa.org/contact/) - Contact Us Phone Number 412-321-5030 Email Us hthon@acms.org Address 850 Ridge Avenue Pittsburgh, PA 15212 Contact Form If you have a question to ask us, please fill-in the following form. CommentsThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.First Name(Required)Last Name(Required)Email(Required) Phone NumberMessage - [New Fellows](https://acs-swpa.org/acs-swpa-fellows/) - Celebrating Our New Fellows We are proud to announce that the American College of Surgeons welcomed 1,894 Initiates from around the world into Fellowship during Clinical Congress 2024. We would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations to our local initiates on this significant achievement. We encourage them to become active chapter members and contribute to - [Fellows](https://acs-swpa.org/acs-swpa-felloiws/) - Fellows Celebrating Our New Fellows We’re proud to share that 19 local surgeons were among the 1,894 initiates welcomed into Fellowship during the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress 2024. This milestone reflects their dedication to surgical excellence. We congratulate them and look forward to seeing their future successes. Dr. Brian Walkowski, MD General Surgeon - [Get Involved](https://acs-swpa.org/get-involved/) - Getting Involved in ACS-SWPA Ways to Get Involved The American College of Surgeons – Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter offers several ways to stay active and contribute to our professional surgical community:Attend chapter meetings, continuing education programs, resident-focused events, and social gatherings.Join a committee to make a meaningful impact:– Cancer Committee: Focuses on cancer-related initiatives, education, and - [Membership](https://acs-swpa.org/membership/) - Join the ACS-SWPA Chapter Today!Joining ACS SWPA provides access to numerous resources and opportunities, including: Professional Development Engage in comprehensive educational programs and earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits. Networking Events Attend our exclusive events, such as the annual Most Interesting Cases, Debates & Dilemmas, and Surgical Jeopardy, where members can connect and learn in - [Sitemap](https://acs-swpa.org/sitemap/) - Sitemap SitemapContactEventsFellowsGet InvolvedHomeMembershipNew FellowsThank YouUpcoming Events ## Events - [Resident Surgical Jeopardy 2025](https://acs-swpa.org/events/resident-surgical-jeopardy-2025-2/) - Sharpen Your Skills. Test Your Wits. Claim Victory. Join us for Surgical Jeopardy 2025, presented by the American College of Surgeons–Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter! This high-energy evening brings together residents, students, and surgeons for a fun and competitive challenge that will put your surgical knowledge to the test. Thursday, October 16, 2025Hyde Park Steakhouse6:00–8:30 PM Whether - [2025 Most Interesting Cases](https://acs-swpa.org/events/2025-most-interesting-cases/) - An evening where top residents showcase thier most compelling and challenging surgical cases in engaging and insightful presentations. Location: Kimpton Hotel Monaco, Pittsburgh Registration Link: https://alleghenycountymedicalsociety.regfox.com/acs-swpa-most-interesting-cases Abstract Submission Link: https://forms.office.com/r/NeNgrkMDnL Awards: $500 / $300 / $200 for top 3 presentations - [ACS-SWPA Debates & Dilemmas | Resident Event Series](https://acs-swpa.org/events/acs-swpa-debates-dilemmas-resident-event-series/) - This annual Debates & Dilemmas event brings together top regional faculty to tackle today’s most pressing surgical controversies in a thought-provoking competition. Watch as teams go head-to-head, presenting compelling arguments and competing for the prestigious D&D Trophy. Who will take home this year’s title? Be there to find out! Registration: Residents & Students: FREE ACS - [Resident Surgical Jeopardy](https://acs-swpa.org/events/resident-surgical-jeopardy/) - On Wednesday, October 4, the Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter of the American College of Surgeons (ACS-SWPA) hosted their second annual Resident Surgical Jeopardy at Monterey Bay Fish Grotto, high atop Mt. Washington. Residents from local surgery programs, members of the ACS-SWPA, and their guests, all gathered to network, socialize, and compete in a hilariously fun game - [Debates and Dilemmas](https://acs-swpa.org/events/debates-and-dilemmas/) - On Wednesday, March 27th, the Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter of the American College of Surgeons (ACS-SWPA) convened at Eddie Merlots for their second annual Debates and Dilemmas competition and dinner. Over 50 medical students, residents, ACS-SWPA members, and their guests attended this year's event, gathering to network, socialize, and participate in a debate-style competition. Regional faculty - [Most Interesting Cases](https://acs-swpa.org/events/most-interesting-cases/) - On Wednesday, May 29, 2024, the Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter of the American College of Surgeons held its annual Most Interesting Case Presentations. This gathering at Eddie Merlot's brought together ACS-SWPA members, their guests, and students and residents from local programs for an evening of networking, dinner, and spirited competition. The event showcased intriguing case presentations