Upcoming Webinars


AWS and Women in Thoracic Surgery Cutting Edge Conversation - Female Cardiothoracic Surgeons: Unlocking the Male Fortress

Tuesday, March 24, 8:00 PM ET

According to a recent New York Times Article, "Less than 10 percent of heart and lung surgeons in the United States are women." Hear from Drs. Mara Antonoff, Douglas Wood, Eden Payabyab, and Gavitt Woodard on this topic. In this recurring series from the AWS Outreach Committee, panelists from AWS and various other national organizations participate in thoughtful and engaging discussions on a variety of topics. Questions and audience participation encouraged and welcome!


AWS Industry Talk: Drs. Jackson & Jain

Monday, April 13 at 7:00 PM ET

Have you ever wanted to start a side gig but weren’t sure where to begin? The new AWS Industry Talk Series is designed to help surgeons explore opportunities to use their skills and knowledge beyond the operating room. On April 13, Drs. Gretchen Jackson and Monica Jain will share their unique experiences working with large industry partners and early-stage ventures. Join us to discover how you can leverage your clinical expertise to create new professional pathways.


 

AWS and ASPS Cutting Edge Conversation: The Past, Present and Future of Female Plastic Surgeons

Monday, April 27 at 7:00 PM ET

Join AWS & ASPS on Monday April 27 at 7pm for a Cutting Edge Conversation, a recurring series from the AWS Outreach Committee, that features panelists from AWS and various other national organizations participate in thoughtful and engaging discussions. The three panelists, Dr. Carolyn De La Cruz, Dr. Paige L. Myers, and Dr. Tara L. Huston, discuss the topic, "The Past, Present and Future of Female Plastic Surgeons."


 

AWS Resident & Fellow Events

The AWS Resident and Fellow Committee is focused on addressing surgical trainee programs and issues, with an emphasis on engaging residents and fellows in the AWS at an early stage in their careers. 
Committee Planning Meeting

  • February 5, 2026
  • March 5, 2026
  • April 2, 2026
  • June 4, 2026
  • July 2, 2026
  • August 6, 2026
  • September 3, 2026
 Interested in attending an upcoming committee planning meeting? Email us at [email protected].

 Better Mentor, Bigger Impact Cross Mentoring Program

Available to accepted applicants only, this program provides training to ensure we are mentoring across demographics to increase diversity within the house of surgery. Cross mentoring fosters diverse perspectives, broadens networks, and can lead to new insights and innovations.

View the program book here.

Sessions:

  • September 16, 2025: Mentoring across Race and Ethnicity Differences with Dr. Emilia Diego and Dr. Stalin Canizares
  • November 18, 2025: Mentoring across Gender Differences with Dr. Shannon Small and Dr. Priyanka Chugh
  • January 20, 2026: Mentoring across Sexuality Differences with Dr. Andrea Porpiglia
  • March 17, 2026: Mentoring across Ability/Disability Differences with Dr. Alexis Moren and Afsheen Nasir
  • April 21, 2026: Visibility and Intersectionality of Identity Differences with Dr. Aeryn Kangas-Dick and Dr. Anna Kobzeva-Herzog
  • May 19, 2026: Institutional Barriers to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Efforts 

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