Surgical Oncologist, Colorectal Surgeon, Health Services Researcher / Tech Savvy Care of older adults/Innovation @nyphospital/@WeillCornell tweets are my own
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For young and mid-career surgeon scientists.. this did not happen overnight - it was over 4 years of applications…. So when they say ‘don’t give up’ it’s for a reason. We felt the science was important so kept working on it… but there were times I was very discouraged.
‼️Our Chair, Dr. Julie Ann Sosa & Dr. Heather Yeo, Assoc. Professor of Surgery at Weill-Cornell @WCMSurgery were awarded a $3.46 Million R01 grant to fund their multi-PI study: ‘Addressing surgical disparities at the root: Working to improve diversity in the surgical workforce’👇
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Neoadjuvant Botensilimab [CTLA4i]/Balstilimab [PD-1i] for localized mismatch repair proficient and deficient colon cancer: Results of the NEST phase 2 clinical trial [Aug 26, 2026] @MDmanishshah et al. @DrMhidalgo @CCR_AACR aacrjournals.org/clincancerr… #NCT05571293 #crcsm #ImmunoOnc #caxtx HT @Aiims1742
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Don't miss the final SCALPELS webinar of 2026, which features a very special guest speaker: AWS founder Dr. Patricia Numann!
Thursday, August 27 at 8pm ET
REGISTER NOW: bit.ly/SCALPELS2026
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Are you a US-based medical student who is interested in surgery and seeking guidance? Are you a surgeon, resident, or fellow who would like to serve as a mentor? The AWS Surgical Mentorship Program is accepting applications: amr.ms/surgicalmentorship
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Expert insight drives better care. Dr. Heather Yeo @heatheryeomd discusses FDA-approved blood tests for Colorectal Cancer. @WeillCornell @nyphospital theflowspace.com/physical-he… via @thisisflowspace
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Last Call for Coaches! Applications are due 08/13. Join a community of practicing surgeons trained in positive psychology and coaching techniques who support residents in reflecting on their training, setting goals, and building resilience.
Apply: tinyurl.com/COACHAWS
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AWSF Foundation Chair Dr. Nancy L. Gantt met with Dr. Anna Ledgerwood, an ACS Icon of Surgery, recipient of the Dr. Mary Edwards Walker Inspiring Women in Surgery Award, and a renowned trauma surgeon from Detroit.
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DUE TOMORROW!
AWS is offering four $500 Resident Travel Awards to support resident members attending the 2026 AWS Annual Conference in Washington, DC. Applications are due July 29 at 11:59pm ET.
Apply here: bit.ly/ResidentTravelAwards
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#AWS2026 Early Bird Rates END this Wednesday, July 22! Don't miss your chance to get the best rates on conference registration and gala tables for the AWS Annual Conference and AWS Foundation Awards Dinner & Gala. womensurgeons.org/annual-con… / womensurgeons.org/awards-gal…
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#AWS2026 is the perfect place to get your new headshot! Check your registration confirmation email to book a spot with photographer, Rebekah Butler. Haven't registered for the conference yet? Book now before early bird rates end on July 22: bit.ly/26AWSConference
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Register to join tonight, at 7pm ET for a webinar on Finding the Right Leadership Course for You: bit.ly/AWSBAF
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Why should you attend #AWS2026?
Past attendees can tell you why! Register now to network and grow - bit.ly/26AWSConference
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Last chance to apply! AWS is offering four $500 Resident Travel Awards to support resident members attending the 2026 AWS Annual Conference in Washington, DC. Applications are due June 25 at 11:59pm ET.
Apply here: bit.ly/ResidentTravelAwards
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Nominate by June 24! There’s still time to recognize an exceptional surgeon, trainee, or ally whose character and contributions reflect the mission of the Association of Women Surgeons Foundation—but don’t wait!
NOMIINATE: bit.ly/AWSFAWARDS
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The AWS Fellowship Grant application is due in 2 days! Secure $20K to support your clinical, pre-clinical, translational, or educational research project.
Learn more and apply here: bit.ly/awsfellowshipgrant
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AWS Shining Star Leadership Coaching applications close in 3 days! Junior women surgeons have the grow their leadership skills in this cohort. AWS members with 5+ years of being a practicing surgeon are eligible.
Learn more and apply here: bit.ly/AWSShiningStar💫
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AWS Joint Sponsored Travel Award apps are due in 2 days! Get funding to attend the 2026 AWS Annual Conference in Washington, DC. AWS is proud to sponsor the travel awards in partnership with @LatinoSurgery, @SocietyofBAS, @AsianAcadSurg, & @OutSurgeons! bit.ly/AWSTravel
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For Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month we are highlighting our partnership with The Society of Asian Academic Surgeons (SAAS). Check out two new blog posts from SAAS members, Dr. Connie Shao and Dr. Linda Ding!
Read the blog: bit.ly/BLOGAWS
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The AWS Edition of the American Journal of Surgery will be published in January 2027. Want to help review manuscripts? AWS members at all levels, from students to attendings, can apply by June 18!
Submit your interested form here: bit.ly/2027AJSReviewer
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Enormously proud to share this multicenter RCT-tangible support (wearable pump, smart bassinet, 24/7 virtual care, mentor) for childbearing trainees mitigates postpartum rise in burnout. Level 1 evidence that #supportmatters jamanetwork.com/journals/jam…
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AWS Joint Travel Award: Applications Now Open! Receive funding for 2026 AWS Annual Conference in DC. AWS is proud to sponsor the travel awards in partnership with the following organizations: @OutSurgeons, @LatinoSurgery, @AsianAcadSurg, @SocietyofBAS
bit.ly/AWSTravel
