Residency Readiness Course
June 7-9, 2027
ACS Headquarters | Chicago, IL
 
Graduating this year and starting residency this summer? Join us for a three-day, in-person course designed specifically for  medical students transitioning into intern year. This course will combine hands-on skills training with focused sessions centered on preparing for the professional and clinical expectations of residency.

What to Expect
  1. Interactive, hands-on skills practice in a supportive learning environment designed to strengthen technical ability, reinforce core fundamentals, and build confidence before residency begins.
  2. Example call scenarios that review how to approach challenging clinical issues, how to handle and approach basic postoperative care, and how to recognize when additional support is needed and obtain it.
  3. Focused guidance on the transition from student to resident, exploring expectations, evolving responsibilities, and practical strategies for starting strong in a new clinical role.

Who Should Attend?
This session is designed for graduating medical students preparing to begin residency who want hands-on practice and practical guidance to feel more confident stepping into their new clinical role. Participants will work through realistic call scenarios involving challenging clinical issues, basic postoperative care, and recognizing when and how to seek additional support. The session will also focus on the transition from medical student to resident, including what to expect, how responsibilities will evolve, and practical strategies for starting residency with a strong foundation in clinical skills, decision-making, and knowing when to ask for help.

Location
ACS Headquarters
633 N. Saint Clair Street
Board of Regent, 28th Floor
Chicago, Illinois 60611
 
Hotel Information TBD 
A hotel room block at a special group rate has been arranged for participants. Rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with additional rooms available at standard rates.
 
Course Fee
The fee for the course is $550. All outstanding balances must be paid in full on or before May 24, 2027.  All refunds must be submitted in writing to registration@facs.org  on or before June 1, 2027.

Dress Code
Dress is business casual.

Registration Cancellation
All cancellations must be in writing and received in the ACS office on or before June 1, 2027. All cancellations received by June 1, 2027 will be issued with a full refund less a $50 administrative fee. No refunds will be issued after June 1, 2027 Cancellations may be sent by e-mail to registration@facs.org.

Please be advised that all paid registrations must have attendee names submitted by the cancellation deadline. Please note that registrations cannot be transferred for future conferences.
  
ACS Cashless Payment Policy
To improve the efficiency of onsite transactions, the American College of Surgeons no longer accepts cash payments at meetings.
 
Special Accommodations
If you require any special accommodations or have special dietary needs while in attendance at this meeting, please let us know by contacting registration@facs.org
 
Room Temperature
Please remember that the temperature in meeting rooms can vary so it is best to bring along a jacket or sweater that can be added or removed throughout the meeting.
 
Airport Information
The American College of Surgeons is located 17 miles from O’Hare Airport (ORD), approximately 26 minutes, and 13 miles from Midway Airport (MDW), approximately 23 minutes.
 
Contact
If you have questions about this course, please email Cassie Buchignani, MS, PMP, Senior Administrator at cbuchignani@facs.org  Program Administrator or Michelle Armstrong, MAEd, MA, Senior Manager at marmstrong@facs.org . You can also contact registration at registration@facs.org




 
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