Supporting the advancement of Asians in Academic Surgery. All are welcome.

Joined November 2015
Help shape the future of SAAS by sharing your perspective in our Climate, Inclusion & Engagement Survey: saas-survey-96396689432.us-c… 1⃣ What are we doing well? 2⃣ Where can we do better? 3⃣ What would make SAAS more valuable to you?
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✅ Fill out SAAS Climate, Inclusion & Engagement Survey today! Your feedback 🔊🟰💪💪💪 Help shape SAAS future together 🎯🎯🎯
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Amazing Chair Panel on "Who Takes Care of the Surgeon? Mental Health, Leadership, and the Hidden Cost of Academic surgery" with Dr. Sharmila Dissanaike, Dr. Cristina Ferrone, Dr. James Lau, and Dr. Allan Tsung @allantsung. #SAAS2026
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Fantastic Presidential Keynote Lecture on Moral Injury from Sunil Geevarghese @skgeevarghese from @VUMChealth. #SAAS2026
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Inspiring Presidential Address from Tejal Brahmbhatt @TejalSB on "Leading from the Middle of the Ladder"! #SAAS2026 @CedarsSinai
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Fantastic to have Dr. Bobby Mukkamala giving our Kuo Family Lectureship! Dr. Mukkamala, an otolaryngologist, is the immediate Past President of the @AmerMedicalAssn and is a passionate advocate for public health. #SAAS2026
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Congratulations to Dr. Kenric Murayama @kmura0525, from University of Hawaii, recipient of our 2026 George Yang SAAS Trailblazer award. This award recognizes contributions to the surgical sciences and paving the way for the next generation of Asian academic surgeons. #SAAS2026
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Amazing Kui and Wai Fong Lectureship from @CincyChildrens surgeon Dr. Victor Garcia! He was the Founding Director of Trauma Services at Cincinnati Children's and founded the African American Injury Prevention Initiative leading to the global Buckle Up for Life program. #SAAS2026
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We're so excited to welcome everyone to the 11th Annual Meeting! Looking forward to a few days of education, mentorship, and networking. Huge thanks to our hosts @CincyChildrens @UCincySurg @uofcincy! #SAAS2026
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Tomorrow is your last chance to apply for SAAS Foundation Secretary or Treasurer-Elect! SAAS Foundation is seeking engaged, dependable, and mission driving members to guide the Foundation in the next phase of growth. 📅 Deadline is 8/31/26! 🔗 bit.ly/4qwRkSH
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Tomorrow is your last chance to nominate yourself for SAAS Officer and Committee Positions! Get involved and nominate yourself! 📅 Deadline is 8/28/26 🔗 bit.ly/3TZUG4z
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Congratulations to our @AsianAcadSurg President @TejalSB who has been named the new Director for the @AmBdSurg Board for Trauma, Burns, and Surgical Critical Care!
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Join us at #SAAS2026 for the Women in Surgery Breakfast! We'll have a panel discussion on turning productivity into career advancement, followed by interactive breakouts. Help shape the conversation! Submit your questions/topics in advance: bit.ly/3SUAJf7
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Nominations for SAAS Officer and Committee positions have been extended! Get your nomination in now! 📅 Extended Deadline is 8/28/26! 🔗 bit.ly/3TZUG4z
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Apply for SAAS Foundation Secretary or Treasurer-Elect! SAAS Foundation is seeking engaged, dependable, and mission driving members to guide the Foundation in the next phase of growth. 📅 Deadline is 8/31/26! 🔗 bit.ly/4qwRkSH
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Tomorrow is the deadline to nominate yourself for SAAS Officer and Committee positions! Don't forget to nominate and vote - elections will occur at the Business Meeting on Friday 9/11/26! 📅 Deadline is 8/21/26! 🔗 bit.ly/3TZUG4z
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Today is the last day to register at regular pricing for the 11th SAAS Annual Meeting! Don't miss it! 📅 September 10-11 2026 📍 Cincinnati OH 🔗saas2026.exordo.com/registra…
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Don't forget to register for the 11th SAAS Annual Meeting! Early bird pricing ends today!!! 📅 September 10-11 2026 📍 Cincinnati OH 🔗 saas2026.exordo.com/registra…
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Join us 7/22/26 8pm ET for our #SAASSips "Beyond Survival: Practical Strategies for Thriving During Intern Year". Register here or at the QR link: bit.ly/44zIZne
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