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Still need CME credits? All SAGES 2026 virtual content is available online. New attendees can register at web.cvent.com/event/92d479.... Previously registered attendees can access content via the app or the web version of the app. www.sages2026.org/get-the-app/

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SAGES @sages.org · 29/09/2026

In her latest message, SAGES President Dr. Dana Telem celebrates SAGES milestones, spotlights SAGES Research and COI committees and generates excitement for SAGES 2027 in Las Vegas. Read her entire message www.sages.org/a-message-fr...

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SAGES @sages.org · 28/09/2026

October 28-31 at Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre. Register today! www.ihpbacongress.org

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SAGES @sages.org · 25/09/2026

Innovation, collaboration, and what’s next in surgery. The 8th Annual SAGES NBT Innovation Weekend is returning to the Woodlands Resort. Registration open! nbt.sages.org #SAGESNBT

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SAGES @sages.org · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to former SAGES President Dr. Horacio Asbun on his appointment to be President of the International Federation of Societies of Endoscopic Surgeons (IFSES).

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SAGES @sages.org · 23/09/2026

We’re pleased to announce that the Surgical Endoscopy Impact Factor has increased, reflecting the continued growth and influence of research published in the journal. #SurgicalEndoscopy #SurgicalResearch #MinimallyInvasiveSurgery #SAGES #EAES

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SAGES @sages.org · 17/09/2026

In GSN: Robotic TAR Yields Comparable Outcomes Across BMI Classes www.generalsurgerynews.com/Tag/Mehida-R...

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SAGES @sages.org · 16/09/2026

Registration open! SAGES Fellows Advanced Laparoscopy and Fluorescence-Guided Surgery Course. Held at USCD Oct. 23-24 www.sages.org/fluorescence...

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SAGES @sages.org · 15/09/2026

Apply for the 2027 Brandeis Leadership Award, and empower your voice in health policy! www.sages.org/about/awards...

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SAGES @sages.org · 14/09/2026

SAGES' new Pon Global Surgery Resident Fellowship Award was created to honor the legacy of Dr. Pon and cultivate the next generation of surgeons. Learn more www.sages.org/pon-global-s... and submit your application here. www.sages.org/pon-applicat...

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Pon Global Surgery Fellowship Award Application - SAGES

This fellowship supports surgical residents pursuing a dedicated global surgery experience during a designated research/gap year between PGY levels, undertaken in addition to a secured full-time…

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SAGES @sages.org · 14/09/2026

EndoFLIPSystematic Review: Khamar J, Calabrese EC, Shehata D, et al. SAGES-EAES systematic review and meta-analysis for the use of FLIP/impedance planimetry in the surgical work-up and management of GERD, achalasia, and gastroparesis. Surg Endosc. 2026 Jul 31. doi: 10.1007/s00464-026-13229-y.

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SAGES @sages.org · 11/09/2026

A ton of smart and attractive surgeons have already submitted almost 1,400 abstracts for #SAGES2027 Don't be one of those "other" surgeons. Get your submission in: www.sages.org/meetings/abs...

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Call For Abstracts for the 2027 SAGES Annual Meeting

You are invited to submit abstracts to the 2027 SAGES Annual Meeting in Tampa, Florida

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SAGES @sages.org · 11/09/2026

Reminder: Want to Get Started on Research but Don't Know Where to Start: A Guide for Residents and Fellows Chair: Konstantinos Spaniolas, MD Faculty: Dana Telem, MD, Peter Nau, MD, Dimitrios Stefanidis, MD and Marylise Boutros, MD us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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SAGES @sages.org · 10/09/2026

Systematic Review: Ganescu O, Calabrese EC, Khataniar H, et al (2026) SAGES systematic review and meta-analysis for the management of symptomatic walled-off pancreatic necrosis. Surg Endosc. 40(8):6361-6386. doi: 10.1007/s00464-026-12987-z.

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SAGES @sages.org · 09/09/2026

Newly published Guideline: Calabrese EC, Shehata D, Slater BJ, et al (2026) SAGES clinical practice guidelines for the management of symptomatic walled-off pancreatic necrosis. Surg Endosc. 2026 Aug 31. doi: 10.1007/s00464-026-13230-5. www.sages.org/publications...

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SAGES @sages.org · 04/09/2026

To help guide future initiatives, the SAGES Military Committee is asking all SAGES members to complete a brief survey to ensure it continues to address topics that are meaningful and relevant to the SAGES community. www.sages.org/military-ass...

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SAGES @sages.org · 03/09/2026

Opening reception and dinner at the Japan Society for Endoscopic Surgery (JSES) in Yokohama.

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SAGES @sages.org · 26/08/2026

Get Exam-Ready with Confidence — Register for the SAGES Oral Exam Preparatory Session Sharpen Your Skills. Simulate the Experience. Succeed. www.sages.org/oral-exam-pr...

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SAGES @sages.org · 25/08/2026

Save the Date for SAGES NBT Innovation Weekend February 18-20, 2027! Meeting details coming soon.

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SAGES @sages.org · 20/08/2026

Reminder: The call for SAGES 2027 Award Nominations is open through September! Help us honor excellence in surgery. www.sages.org/about/awards/

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SAGES @sages.org · 18/08/2026

Need CME? Another reminder that the 2026 virtual meeting content and CME credits are available online. New attendees can register at web.cvent.com/event/92d479.... Previously registered attendees can access content via the app or the web version of the app www.sages2026.org/get-the-app/

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SAGES @sages.org · 14/08/2026

Reminder: JSES 2026 discounted registration fee closes August 20 site2.convention.co.jp/wces-jses202...

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SAGES @sages.org · 13/08/2026

Want to Get Started on Research but Don't Know Where to Start: A Guide for Residents and Fellows Chair: Konstantinos Spaniolas, MD Faculty: Dana Telem, MD, Peter Nau, MD, Dimitrios Stefanidis, MD and Marylise Boutros, MD us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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SAGES @sages.org · 11/08/2026

In GSN: Dr. Sienna Wong, surgical resident at Cedars-Sinai/LA: Prior Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation Does Not Preclude Revisional Foregut Surgery www.generalsurgerynews.com/In-the-News/...

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SAGES @sages.org · 07/08/2026

There's still time to transform your leadership approach this summer with SAGES Fundamentals of Leadership Development (FLD) virtual course: 10 CME credits $25 off with code FLD25 until 9-1-26 Log in to the SAGES Learning Hub www.sages.org/learninghub/ and search for "leadership."

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Jason C. Levine @jasonclevine.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

Surgeons have an unhealthy relationship with photos and stairs

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Kaiser Sadiq @kaisersadiq.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

#FLIP in #foregut #surgery — new @sages.org – EAES review: ✅ Sensitive for #achalasia screening ✅ Improved outcomes during myotomy ❌ Limited value in routine anti-reflux surgery for #GERD ❓ Evidence still lacking for #gastroparesis doi.org/10.1007/s004...

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SAGES @sages.org · 06/08/2026

Reminder: The objective of this (short) Foregut Committee survey is to inform future fellows of what to expect in terms of practice patterns once they start looking for jobs. Survey Link: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RQT7L7F

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SAGES @sages.org · 05/08/2026

Take advantage of early registration for JSES 2026! Discounted fee closes August 20 site2.convention.co.jp/wces-jses202...

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SAGES @sages.org · 04/08/2026

Medical Student Research Award – Medical students are invited to apply for awards of up to $2,000 to support summer research projects. Applicants must have a SAGES Member mentor. Learn more and apply at www.sages.org/research/med...

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SAGES @sages.org · 03/08/2026

General Research Grants – SAGES Members, including Candidate Members, are invited to apply for grants of up to $30,000 to support innovative gastrointestinal and endoscopic surgery research. Learn more and apply at www.sages.org/research/res...

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SAGES @sages.org · 30/07/2026

Reminder to check out (and share) the new Opioid brochure providing clear guidance on what to expect regarding pain after surgery, alternatives to opioid medications and ways that patients can actively participate in recovery. www.sages.org/publications...

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SAGES @sages.org · 27/07/2026

Dr. Edward Auyang joins the SAGES Stories Podcast to discuss his path from engineering to surgery, surgical ergonomics, resident autonomy, lessons from Japan, and the Star Wars, music, and hobbies that keep life interesting. www.sages.org/sages-storie...

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SAGES Stories Episode 37 - Edward Auyang, MD, FACS - SAGES

Dr. Edward Auyang discusses surgical ergonomics, resident autonomy, medical education, and his path from engineering to minimally invasive surgery.

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SAGES @sages.org · 20/07/2026

Applications for the 2027 SAGES Research Grants open August 1. SAGES Members, especially Candidate members, are invited to apply for General Research Grants of up to $30k. Funding available for both bench and clinical research. Start prepping your application at www.sages.org/research/res...

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SAGES @sages.org · 17/07/2026

Hands-On Training in Flexible Endoscopy Designed for 2026–2027 MIS Fellows! September 17-19, 2026 web.cvent.com/event/90fba5...

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SAGES @sages.org · 15/07/2026

Joseph J, Narváez J, Carrasquilla A, et al (2026) SAGES white paper: strategic principles, operational considerations, and practical recommendations for building sustainable laparoscopic surgical training in low-resource settings: a 10-step guide. Surg Endosc. 2026 Jun 30. doi.org/10.1007/s004...

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SAGES @sages.org · 14/07/2026

What’s Next For SAGES?: A Conversation with President Dr. Dana Telem www.generalsurgerynews.com

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SAGES @sages.org · 13/07/2026

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SAGES @sages.org · 09/07/2026

The call for SAGES 2027 Award Nominations is open! Help us honor excellence in surgery and nominate today. www.sages.org/about/awards/

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SAGES @sages.org · 07/07/2026

SAGES IOC Guidelines episode Intraoperative Cholangiography Guidelines: Routine, Selective or Never? was just released on Behind the Knife: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/b...

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SAGES @sages.org · 06/07/2026

In this episode of Core Conversations, Drs. Jenny Shao leads a discussion on sex-specific factors to consider when approaching hernia repair. www.generalsurgerynews.com/Video/Hernia...

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SAGES @sages.org · 02/07/2026

There's still time to register for the July 7 webinar "Navigating the VAC Process," us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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SAGES @sages.org · 01/07/2026

What is the value of SAGES membership to Dr. Bright Huo? “SAGES is one of the few organizations where a medical student can walk into a committee meeting, contribute to a guideline project, and find themselves collaborating with international leaders in surgery.” www.sages.org/sages-member...

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SAGES @sages.org · 30/06/2026

Need CME credits? All SAGES 2026 virtual content is available online. New attendees can register at web.cvent.com/event/92d479.... Previously registered attendees can access content via the app or the web version of the app. www.sages2026.org/get-the-app/

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SAGES @sages.org · 26/06/2026

In her new message, Dr. Telem shares SAGES highlights: the 2027 Las Vegas meeting theme "Scaling Impact," international collaborations, and the work of the Guidelines committee, including commentary on SAGES recent Intraoperative CBD Imaging guideline. www.sages.org/a-message-fr...

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SAGES @sages.org · 25/06/2026

GSN article 'Prior Magnetic Sphincter Augmentation Does Not Preclude Revisional Foregut Surgery' features Dr. Sienna Wong. www.generalsurgerynews.com/In-the-News/...

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SAGES @sages.org · 23/06/2026

Abstract submissions are now open for the SAGES 2027 Annual Meeting! You are invited to submit paper and video abstracts to the Scientific Session of the SAGES 2027 Meeting. www.sages.org/meetings/abs...

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SAGES @sages.org · 22/06/2026

This immersive program provides fellows with hands-on training in diagnostic and therapeutic GI endoscopy through expert-led sessions and two comprehensive skills labs featuring advanced procedures such as EMR, ESD, POEM, and ESG. Register today! web.cvent.com/event/90fba5...

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SAGES @sages.org · 19/06/2026

The Foregut Committee is looking to study practice patterns of SAGES membership that have completed a minimally invasive/ foregut/ bariatric fellowship in the past to inform future fellows of what to expect. Survey Link: www.surveymonkey.com/r/RQT7L7F

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SAGES @sages.org · 17/06/2026

You don't want to miss this informative webinar Navigating the VAC Process on July 7. Register today! us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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