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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Check out a new episode of AWS Career Connections! Dr. Small and Dr. Whittington discuss the Signature Speaker Series, a program that helps mid-career surgeons refine their speaking skills. For more information, please visit: www.womensurgeons.org/signature-sp... Applications due Feb 19, 2026!

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

This #FoundationFriday, we’re celebrating Dr. Ozge Vural, recipient of the 2025 AWS Resident Travel Award! Dr. Vural shares her perspective on attending the Annual AWS Conference and what this opportunity meant to her. Read more about her experience at www.womensurgeons.org/generosity-i...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Don't forget: Apply by February 5 for the chance to get up to $10k for leadership training through the AWS Breaking the Glass Ceiling Program! Details: womensurgeons.org/breaking-the-glass-ceiling

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

We’re honored to celebrate National Mentoring Month by recognizing the incredible mentors who have shaped the careers of AWS members and supporters. Thank you to all the mentors who inspire, guide, and uplift the next generation of women in surgery. #NationalMentoringMonth #FoundationFriday

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Have you applied for the 2026 AWSF Kim Ephgrave Visiting Professorship? Hear from past professors and apply by Feb 12 to inspire the next generation of surgeons. 🔗 womensurgeons.org/awsf-visiting-professor

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

💜Who mentored you? Make a donation to AWSF in their honor by 1/26 and we will highlight them!💜 www.womensurgeons.org/donate-now Mentorship has the power to shape careers, open doors, & create opportunities that last a lifetime. Help us recognize the mentors in your surgical journey!

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Don't forget: Apply by February 5 for the chance to get up to $10k for leadership training through the AWS Breaking the Glass Ceiling Program! Details: womensurgeons.org/breaking-the-glass-ceiling

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

💻 Cutting Edge Conversation 💻 February 12 at 7pm ET AWS & SAAS: Finding and Maintaining Mentorship and Sponsorship REGISTER: bit.ly/CuttingEdgeS...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

💜 OPPORTUNITY 💜 Apply to be the 2026 AWSF Visiting Professor by February 12! APPLY: www.womensurgeons.org/awsf-visitin... The AWSF Kim Ephgrave Visiting Professor Program provides an established surgeon the opportunity to be a positive role model for women in surgery.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 07/01/2026

💜2026 AWS Signature Speaker Series💜 Applications Due February 19 www.womensurgeons.org/signature-sp... The goal of the AWS Signature Speaker Series is to develop and promote mid-career surgeons as experts in their fields.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 31/12/2025

As the new year approaches, we want to take a moment to thank all of our followers for your support in 2025. Please take a moment to review our collective successes in the AWS Annual Report. Thank you for making this year a success! www.womensurgeons.org/aws-annual-r...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 26/12/2025

Happy Holidays! AWSF extends heartfelt gratitude to our supporters for making our mission possible. Your generosity fuels our work to foster the educational & professional growth of women in surgery across the globe. Thank you! womensurgeons.org/donate-now

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 22/12/2025

Introducing AWS Career Connections, a podcast on AWS sponsored career development opportunities. Check out Episode 1 to hear from Dr. Dream and Dr. Reyna on the Breaking the Glass Ceiling program. Like what you hear? Apply for the program by February 5th, 2026! www.womensurgeons.org/breaking-the...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

Happy holidays! As you plan your end-of-year giving this season, please consider making a tax-deductible donation to AWSF. We welcome donations of all sizes and payment plans, and every contribution supports the empowerment of women surgeons. Thank you! womensurg.memberclicks.net/donate-now

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

🎧New Podcast Episode🎧 womensurgeons.org/aws-podcast Listen to a new Knots & Thoughts Podcast episode, "ERAS Unplugged: The Inside Scoop on Residency Application" now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify!

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Looking for a last-minute gift idea? Consider an AWS Membership! Support a surgeon, a medical student, or a resident looking for inspiration, encouragement, and resources with a gift membership to AWS this season. womensurg.memberclicks.net/gift-members...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

Every gift makes a difference! This #FoundationFriday, we are sharing the story of Dr. Abera, who received an AWSF Travel Grant last year for fellowship training at the CMC in India. Read Dr. Abera's story at womensurgeons.org/generosity-in-action DONATE: womensurgeons.org/donate-now

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

💜Opportunity💜 The "Breaking the Glass Ceiling" Leadership Education program will provide up to $10,000 for a limited number of AWS member awardees to attend a leadership conference or course of her choosing (either virtual or in-person). APPLY: womensurgeons.org/breaking-the-glass-ceiling

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

AWS and the Foundation are thrilled to announce the 2025-2026 AWS Executive Committee, AWS Council Members, and AWSF Board of Trustees! Please join us in welcoming these leaders as they guide the organization in achieving its mission.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

💜 Support women in surgery — and look good doing it! 💜 Browse the AWS Store for gifts that inspire: apparel, beanies, tumblers, notebooks, yoga mats, and more. Perfect for surgeons, trainees, allies, or anyone who believes in our mission. SHOP - aws.printful.me

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

Your radical generosity helps women in surgery thrive! This #GivingTuesday, please consider donating to AWSF. Your gift helps ensure that women surgeons and trainees have access to the education, mentorship, and support they need to succeed. DONATE: womensurg.memberclicks.net/donate-now

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

AWS and AWSF are thankful for YOU! This season of gratitude, AWS extends heartfelt thanks to everyone who makes our mission to support women surgeons a reality: our members, leaders, sponsors, donors, mentors, and allies. We are deeply grateful for you!

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

AWS members are invited to self-nominate to serve as the AJS Junior Editor. Please submit a statement of interest and CV by December 1 to info@womensurgeons.org. Experience serving on the AWS Publications Committee, Editorial Committee, and/or Reviewer Academy preferred but not required.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

💻Personal Branding Webinar 📆12/9 at 8pm ET 🟣Register: tinyurl.com/awspersonalbranding Learn basics of personal branding from an attending & trainee perspective. Speakers include Drs. Chantal Reyna, Isabella Faria, and Camila Franco. Moderated by Drs. Lisa Cannada and Alizeh Abbas.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

On this #FoundationFriday, the AWSF is pleased to present our final "Expanding Horizons" feature of 2025: Busra Ozkaya, MD! Click through to learn about her goals, challenges, and contributions to the global surgical community. womensurg.memberclicks.net/expanding-ho...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 13/11/2025

New episode of the AWS Knots & Thoughts podcast! Hosts Vikita Patel & McKenzie Mayer talk with Dr. Sharon Stein, colorectal surgeon, educator, and past AWS President. Hear her insights on leadership, equity, & building a sustainable career in surgery. 🎧womensurgeons.org/podcast

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

Today we honor and thank all who have served. AWS is proud to recognize our members and colleagues who are veterans—thank you for your courage, leadership, and commitment to others.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 11/11/2025

AWS AAS Surgical Investigator Course Award Apply by Nov 12: bit.ly/surgical_investigator Supports 1 AWS faculty member to attend the AAS/SUS Surgical Investigator's Course held in Feb 2026 prior to the Academic Surgical Congress. Must be a US-based AWS or AAS member.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 05/11/2025

Have you registered for upcoming AWS webinars? 🟣 11/11 - AiS Coffee with Dr. Chantal Reyna 🟣 11/11 - Scrubbed in for ABSITE 🟣 11/17 - Cutting Edge Conversation with EAST 🟣 11/20 - Journal Club Fall Session 🟣 12/9 - Personal Branding Webinar womensurgeons.org/virtual-workshops-webinars

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Virtual Workshops & Webinars

This webpage has a list of upcoming AWS webinars, virtual events, and open meetings with registration links and descriptions.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

Don't miss upcoming opportunities and events with the Association of Women Surgeons! www.womensurgeons.org/current-oppo...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

Congrats to Dr. Tsion Tilahu Girma, 2025 AWS Foundation Travel Grant Awardee! She presented at the Assoc. of Breast Surgeons of India 13th Annual Meeting in Kolkata. Support women surgeons worldwide → womensurgeons.org/donate-now

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

💻 WEBINAR 💻 AWS Cutting Edge Conversation with AAS & ASE - Choosing Education as Your Academic Path: Building a Career that Shapes Surgeons October 28 at 8pm ET Speakers: Drs. Jason Lees, Brenessa Lindeman, and Sarah Lund. REGISTER: bit.ly/CuttingEdge_...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

Opportunity: AWS-SURGERY Reviewer Academy Apply by November 7 www.womensurgeons.org/reviewer-aca... Calling all mentors and mentees! Join the AWS and SURGERY for a 12-month program where you will learn why and how to peer review.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

💜Don't Forget: Apply by Oct 24 to be an AWS Committee Volunteer💜 Get involved with AWS and make a difference in the world of surgery by joining an AWS volunteer committee! AWS members of all levels are encouraged to apply. www.womensurgeons.org/get-involved

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

EXTENDED! Were you hoping to serve as a Visiting Professor with AWS and our partners? Or perhaps host one of our talented educators? You're in luck! Applications for SBAS & AWS Hosting Institutions and the LSS & AWS Visiting Professorship have been extended. www.womensurgeons.org/visiting-pro...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

💻WEBINAR💻 October 22 at 7pm ET "Preparing for Fellowship" Register: bit.ly/AWSFellowshi... Join the AWS Publications Committee for a free webinar designed to provide residents with guidance on how to prepare for a surgical fellowship.

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

In honor of #HispanicHeritageMonth, AWS and the Latino Surgical Society present a blog post entitled “The Six Percent Club” by Dr. Susana Vargas Pinto — a reflection on Latino surgeons’ impact, representation, and mentorship in medicine. Read more ➡️ blog.womensurgeons.org/the-six-perc...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 10/10/2025

THANK YOU to all who joined us in Chicago for the AWS Annual Conference, AWSF Awards Dinner & Gala, and AWS Stryker Networking Breakfast! We appreciate every speaker, presenter, exhibitor, supporter, volunteer, and attendee. Thank you for empowering women in surgery!

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DeekJ @deekvj24.bsky.social · 03/10/2025

Women belong in all spaces....#AWS2025 #ILOOKLIKEASURGEON @womensurgeons.bsky.social

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Welcome to Chicago, we cannot wait to see you for the #AWS2025 Conference! We are excited to gather for a weekend of learning, connection, and growth inspired by the theme "Women Surgeon Pioneers: Shaping the Future of Surgery." Details: womensurgeons.org/annual-conference

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

As we prepare to gather in Chicago for the #AWS2025 Conference, we would like to take a moment to express our gratitude to our sponsoring organizations for their support. Please join us in thanking them for empowering women in surgery!

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 29/09/2025

💜You're Invited!💜 2025 NETWORKING BREAKFAST & DIVERSITY PANEL Monday, October 6 at 7:00am Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago Free All surgeons, residents, students, and community partners welcome! RSVP: womensurg.memberclicks.net/2025-breakfa...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

The 2025 AWSF Online Silent Auction is now LIVE! Bid now: 32auctions.com/AWSF2025 Shop exciting items and experiences at every price point. Each purchase supports women in surgery. Bid today!

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

💜FREE COACHING FOR RESIDENTS💜 The AWS Coaching Program supports women residents and reduces burnout. It costs $0 and takes only 3 hours of your time. Invest in yourself this year by applying - only a few spots left for resident AWS members! womensurgeons.org/aws-coaching-program

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 24/09/2025

💜You're Invited!💜 2025 NETWORKING BREAKFAST & DIVERSITY PANEL Monday, October 6 at 7:00am | Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago | Free All surgeons, residents, students, and community partners welcome! RSVP: womensurg.memberclicks.net/2025-breakfa...

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

THIS WEEK! 💻Cutting Edge Conversation with The Society of Black Academic Surgeons: Battling Implicit Biases as a Female Surgeon of Color 🟣Thursday, September 25 at 7pm ET 🟣REGISTER: bit.ly/SBASawsBiases

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Looking for ways to get involved with AWS and make a difference in the world of surgery? Apply to be an AWS committee volunteer! AWS volunteer committees play a vital role in supporting the organization to achieve its strategic goals. APPLY: womensurgeons.org/get-involved

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 19/09/2025

Today is the LAST DAY to register online for the 2025 AWS Annual Conference and AWSF Awards Dinner & Gala! Don't miss out on the opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with us in Chicago. womensurgeons.org/annual-conference womensurgeons.org/2025-awsf-gala

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 18/09/2025

Find your balance (pun intended 😉) at #AWS2025! Join Dr. Brooke Golisch for a rejuvenating yoga session on Saturday, Oct 4. Spots are limited—mark your calendar so you don’t miss it! Register for #AWS2025 at womensurgeons.org/annual-conference

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Association of Women Surgeons @womensurgeons.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Reminder - apply by 9/18! The ASA Surgical Leaders Fellowship Grant provides $5k to support a 2-week leadership shadowing experience for mid- to senior-level academic surgeons. Also includes complimentary registration to the ASA Annual Meeting. APPLY: womensurg.memberclicks.net/asafellowgra...

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