Improving the quality of surgical care since 1913
More than 100 Clinical Congresses have been held since 1910, each offering the finest surgical education for medical professionals across all specialties.
In 1915, the first Director of the College, Dr. John G. Bowman, urged the Regents and the Secretary, Dr. Franklin H. Martin, to authorize a competition among Chicago artists for the design of a seal to replace a simple rod and serpent used in the first yearbooks. The prized result has been in use ever since, without change.
Since the ACSwas established, it has awarded Honorary Fellowships to individuals who possess an international reputation in the field of surgery or medicine or have rendered distinguished humanitarian services, especially in the field of medical science.
See the RecipientsThis award is given to Fellows who are distinguished contributors to the College and are active ACSsupporters.
See the Recipients