2027 General Surgery Mid-Year Updates

The Future Ready Surgeon

Location: Hotel Ballast, Wilmington, NC

Highlights: 

• Innovation, AI, robotics, and the future of surgical practice
  How emerging technology, AI, robotics, 3D printing, and data-driven decision-making are changing the way surgeons practice now and what they need to prepare for next.
• Clinical updates that are practical and forward-looking
  High-yield updates in trauma, bariatrics, GLP medications, ERAS, nutrition, and perioperative care, with an emphasis on what is changing, what is useful in practice, and when to escalate or transfer care.
• Outcomes, quality, leadership, and ethical practice
  A focus on clinical excellence, patient outcomes, safety, quality, resilience, and the ethical challenges that come with new technology and changing surgical practice.

CME: Earn up to 16 CME and 4 OCC Component 4 Credits

Registration and housing reservation open soon!

Registration Rates

Registration fee includes access to General Surgery Mid-year Updates program, breakfasts, lunches and networking opportunities.

Apply for membership early to allow time for processing before you register at the member rate.

Conference Hotel

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Located in the heart of downtown Wilmington, Hotel Ballast overlooks the Cape Fear River and is just steps from the Riverwalk, local dining, shopping, and entertainment. Its prime waterfront location provides convenient access to the USS North Carolina Battleship, historic attractions, and North Carolina’s beautiful beaches.

Guest rooms have been reserved at special rates of $219++ for Historic View rooms and $254++ for River View rooms through March 24.