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Tell your Senators to support S. 1640 today! This legislation, if passed, would temporarily reverse the 2.83% cut and provide a 2% positive payment update, an increase equivalent to roughly half of the Medicare Economic Index (MEI) for 2025. physiciansgrassrootsnetwork.org/be-heard?vvs...

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New! Dissemination of Surgical Clinical Practice Guidelines - Evaluating SAGES’ Strategies for Distribution www.sages.org/publications...

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SAGES recently updated the Laparoscopy Preparation and Troubleshooting Guide in collaboration with the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN). You can view the guide and download a PDF at www.sages.org/laparoscopy-...

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SAGES has signed on with other medical organizations representing physicians who provide essential care for patients to express their concerns with the proposed changes to the Medicaid program being considered by Congress. www.sages.org/physician-me... SOM - Surgery

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There's still time to register for the free Robotic Acute Care Surgery Webinar us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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We're excited to announce that renowned surgeon, humanitarian and recently recognized one of Time's most influential people, Dr. Robert Montgomery as one of our keynote speakers at SAGES 2026 in Tampa. Read more about Dr. Montgomery at time.com/collections/...

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New videos are LIVE on the SAGES SMART site! This portal offers step-by-step ERPhttps://www.sages.org/smart-enhanced-recovery-program/ This month’s topic is Recent Advances in Endoscopic Management. Check out content from Drs. Rendell, Montagna and Sandler #ERAS #MIS #obesity

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The #SAGES2025 Meeting Videos have been edited and returned to the SAGES Office. We are working hard this week to get everything published into the app and allow attendees to view the whole meeting on demand. We expect to announce access via email later this week.

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Robotic Residents Course obligatory stairwell photo. The Robotic Residents look more lifelike every year.

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Dr. Jenny Shao featured on GSN's front page-Know Your Hernia: Concurrent Panniculectomy with Complex Abdominal Wall Reconstruction www.generalsurgerynews.com

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Proper head positioning and equipment usage when wearing surgical loupes and headlights are key to preventing strain and long-term injury. Created by Dr. Nisha Narula and her medical students: Sneha Gandhi, Monika Weglarz, Sruthi Kunamneni, Shivani Srivastava and Riya Sutariya, at Rutgers NJMS."

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Reminder: Hands-On Skills Verification Exam at ASMBS, Monday, June 16, 2025 (Session 1: 2-3pm ET, Session 2: 4-5:30pm ET) Register at besafe.asmbs.org

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Register today for the free Robotic Acute Care Surgery Webinar us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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SAGES Ingenuity's SINC Fund Invests in Geneoscopy's Series C to Advance Gastrointestinal Diagnostic Innovation www.sages-ingenuity.com/news/

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This is the way. #MayThe4thBeWithYou

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May is Mental Health Awareness month and resources are available. mhanational.org/mental-healt... www.sages.org/wellness-res...

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All meeting content will be available online next month, so be ready and register today at web.cvent.com/event/ccdafb...

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So apparently there is a trend where people are asking AI to convert images of their dog to a human. But what if you converted your surgical society to a dog? Behold, the SAGEShund!

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Having SAGES meeting withdrawals? Revisit Long Beach highlights at www.sages.org/2025-photo-g...

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Happy Superhero Day, everyone. We know we're your personal superhero. No need to post it on social media

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Scenes from last week's SAGES Robotics Resident Course in Sunnyvale, Calif.

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Now that the hockey playoffs are here...

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April 26 is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, a day that aims to provide responsible means of disposing of prescription drugs, while also educating the public about the potential for abuse of medications. Check out SAGES www.opivoid.org for better pain management.

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Great @sages.org resident hernia lab today!

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Day 1: SAGES Robotics Resident Course in Sunnyvale with faculty Drs. Ian Soriano, Maria Iliakova, Andrew Wright and Joshua Winder.

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We just keep growing! If you have a friend or colleague with questions about SAGES membership, pass along the many benefits of becoming a member today. www.sages.org/membership/

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This study suggests no difference between EL compared to EL+CCY in terms of complications, readmissions, and mortality. However, patients managed with EL+CCY had a longer hospital stay, and higher hospitalization costs compared to EL. journals.lww.com/jtr...

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I highly recommend the Brandeis EMBA for Physicians program. A wealth of valuable learning and leadership training.

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The man, the myth, the legend: Dr. Manabu Yamamoto joins the SAGES Stories Podcast! From founding SAGES Far East to co-writing “We Are The SAGES,” this episode covers language, legacy, and one wild ride. Bookmark it. You’ll thank us later. #SAGESStories www.sages.org/sages-storie...

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Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis until all spots are filled, and it's recommended to apply early to reserve your seat in the program. heller.brandeis.edu/physicians-e...

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Reminder this week! Register for the free Robotic Bile Duct webinar on April 24 www.sages.org/free_courses/

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Finally, you can view the George Berci tribute at www.sages.org/video/2025-k...

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One of the greatest privileges of my professional career. Thank you SAGES.

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And if you missed (or want to re-watch) Dr. Christopher Schlachta's Presidential Message, you can view it here: www.sages.org/video/2025-p...

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If you missed Aimee van Wynsberghe, MD's Gerald Marks lecture in Long Beach, you can watch it here www.sages.org/video/2025-g...

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Community practice surgeon Dr. Seung Gwon talks about the importance of lessening the administrative burdens placed on surgeons. Make your voice heard! www.facs.org/advocacy/get... www.facs.org/advocacy/fed...

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Dr. Gerald Marks turns 100 today! For those who know him as a SAGES Icon/master surgeon/visionary leader/compassionate doctor/teacher/artist/tennis player/golfer/sports car enthusiast, please send an anecdote or photo to [email protected] to be compiled in a book for him.

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Guide for all non-California natives on tweeting about an #earthquake > 6.0 = Something to worry about 5.0 - 6.0 = Mild concern, might have to pick stuff up 4.0 - 5.0 = "We felt it, no big deal." 3.0 - 4.0 = "Someone else felt it. Maybe." < 3.0 = "Did something happen?"

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Major props to the Righteous Gemstones music person/people for going with The Hu "Wolf Totem" during the end credits. You haven't lived until you've rocked out to Mongolian folk metal. www.youtube.com/watch?v=jM8d...

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Springtime weekend in the backyard aka Sierra National Forest.

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In a fit of madness, we are having dinner at O’Tacos the “Original French Tacos.” Pray for us.

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We recently shined a spotlight on community surgeon Dr. Kevin Wasco, shown here with his beautiful family. Dr. Wasco has served on many SAGES committees, including Advocacy & Health Policy (AHP). As AHP co-chair and CPT rep, Dr. Wasco can educate you on every existing medical acronym.

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working in pediatrics ER me: …and what brings you here today? kid: mom: go on honey you can tell the doctor kid: i keep eating cookies till i throw up mom: ok for the record that’s not why we are here but that is a problem

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