Highest standards, better outcomes. We are the largest professional organization of surgeons in the world.The American College of Surgeons is dedicated to improving the care of the surgical patient and to safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment.

Core values

- **Addressing Social Determinants of Health**: The ACS is actively working on addressing social determinants of health, including issues like racial disparities, socioeconomic status, and access to care, which are critical for improving health outcomes and reducing health inequities[4].
- **Environmental Sustainability**: The ACS is promoting sustainability in healthcare, which includes reducing the carbon footprint of hospitals and addressing the health impacts of climate change, particularly on vulnerable communities[1].
- **Inclusive Excellence**: The ACS is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture, which enhances excellence and yields better outcomes for all staff, surgeons, and patients[5].
- **Community Health and Well-being**: The initiatives, such as the Socially Responsible Surgery group, focus on providing equal access to surgical care, eliminating disparities, and serving the community, which directly improves community health and well-being[4].