Academic Surgical Congress - ASC 2027
Event Date
February 9–11, 2027
Location
Washington, DC
About This Show
AI-drafted summaryThe Academic Surgical Congress (ASC) is the premier annual scientific meeting for academic surgery, jointly hosted by the Association for Academic Surgery (AAS) and the Society of University Surgeons (SUS). The 22nd Annual ASC takes place February 9-11, 2027, at the Washington Hilton in Washington, D.C.
The Congress brings together surgeon-scientists, faculty, residents, fellows, and medical students from around the world to present and discuss the latest research across every discipline of academic surgery. Presented work spans basic and translational science, clinical outcomes, health services research, surgical education, health policy, global health, and leadership. Pre-Congress offerings include the AAS/SUS Surgical Investigators' Course (February 7-8, 2027) and the SUS Mid-Career Course (February 8, 2027).
Over more than two decades, the ASC has become the leading gathering place for academic surgeons, offering unmatched opportunities for scientific exchange, professional development, and networking with peers. Attendees benefit from a diverse, rigorously peer-reviewed program, CME credit, and the chance to have research considered for prestigious AAS and SUS awards, making it a must-attend event for anyone advancing a career in surgical science.
Show Highlights
- Joint AAS/SUS program presenting the very best of surgical science across basic science, education, health policy, outcomes research, global health, and leadership.
- Presidential Addresses from AAS and SUS leadership, a signature tradition of the Congress.
- Pre-Congress courses: the AAS/SUS Surgical Investigators' Course (February 7-8, 2027) and the SUS Mid-Career Course (February 8, 2027).
- Peer-reviewed abstract sessions spanning oral, quick-shot, and poster presentations across all disciplines of academic surgery.
- Awards and recognition, including AAS Awards for which manuscripts may be submitted to the Journal of Surgical Research.
- 2027 leadership: AAS President Vikas Dudeja, MBBS; SUS President Colin Martin, MD; with ASC Program Chairs Lesly Dossett, MD, MPH, and Mayur Patel, MD, MPH.
Registration
Registration for ASC 2027 opens in Fall 2026 and is available only through the official ASC Registration Website linked on the Congress site.
- Watch the official registration page for the opening date and posted deadlines.
- Mail-in registration payments should be sent to: Academic Surgical Congress, 15821 Ventura Blvd., Suite 400, Encino, CA 91436.
- Questions can be directed to the ASC Registration Coordinator at 310-986-6444 x 128.
Scam warning: ASC does not request credit card details by email or send DocuSign links for conference registration. All payments are processed only through the official ASC Registration Website.
History
The Academic Surgical Congress is a joint meeting of the Association for Academic Surgery (AAS) and the Society of University Surgeons (SUS), the two leading associations for academic surgery. The 2027 edition marks the 22nd Annual Congress. Over its history, ASC registration has grown steadily and its program has become increasingly diverse, expanding to encompass basic science, education, health policy, outcomes research, global health, leadership, and other topics central to academic surgery. The Congress rotates among major U.S. cities each year; recent and upcoming host cities include Orlando/Lake Buena Vista, FL (2026), Washington, D.C. (2027), and Houston, TX (2028).
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where is the 2027 Academic Surgical Congress?
The 22nd Annual Academic Surgical Congress takes place February 9-11, 2027, at the Washington Hilton, 1919 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20009.
Who organizes the Academic Surgical Congress?
The ASC is a joint meeting of the two leading associations for academic surgery, the Association for Academic Surgery (AAS) and the Society of University Surgeons (SUS).
Who should attend the Academic Surgical Congress?
The Congress is designed for surgeon-scientists, faculty, residents, fellows, and students in academic surgery. It presents research across basic science, education, health policy, outcomes research, global health, and leadership, making it valuable for anyone advancing a career in surgical science.
How do I register for ASC 2027?
Registration for ASC 2027 opens in Fall 2026 and is available only through the official ASC Registration Website. Attendees should be aware that ASC never requests credit card details by email or sends DocuSign links for registration payments.
What is the official hotel and room rate for ASC 2027?
The Washington Hilton is the official host hotel, offering a discounted group rate of $309 per night plus a daily destination fee and applicable taxes. The reservation deadline for the group rate is January 12, 2027, or until the room block sells out.
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