Welcome to the Ohio Chapter of the American College of Surgeons

Take full advantage of your ACS Membership by participating in the Ohio Chapter of the American College of Surgeons. ACS Regent, Dr. Ken Sharp explains how membership in his ACS Chapter has enhanced his career.

Thank you for joining us at our Annual Meeting in Columbus!

See you May 8 – 9, 2026, in Cincinnati!

2025 Resident Paper Competition Winners

Abdulaziz Elemosho, MD

Ellen Becker, MD

Lindsey Wattley, MD

2025 Ohio Chapter Annual Meeting

Ohio Chapter Initiative Fund

The ACS Ohio Chapter Initiative Fund is a dedicated fund created by the Ohio Chapter of the American College of Surgeons (OH-ACS) in partnership with the ACS Foundation to support initiatives that advance the mission of the ACS. All donations are managed by the ACS Foundation as restricted gifts solely for the benefit of OH-ACS, ensuring they are used for chapter initiatives. Since the ACS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, contributions are tax-deductible. Donors can give easily online by selecting the Ohio Chapter Fund under the Designation tab on the ACS Foundation website.

Save the Date

2026 Membership

The Ohio Chapter, ACS would like to invite you to become a member! It’s your membership that will continue to let the Chapter focus on important issues facing Ohio surgeons.

2025 – 2026 ACS President, Dr. Anton Sidawy

ACS President Dr. Anton Sidawy emphasizes unity among all surgical disciplines and underscores the importance of solidarity in confronting healthcare challenges and sustaining excellence in patient care. “Our collective voice will resonate more powerfully, our influence will multiply…”.

Benefits of Chapter Membership

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The Future.
Through the Eyes of a Surgeon

As health care changes, it is critical that surgeons continue to have a strong voice and seat at the table in all patient care decisions. Check out this new video encouraging Fellows to become actively involved in helping the ACS take bold steps and speak with a unified voice on behalf of patients.