Surgeon Scientist Career Development Conference

Save the date: October 17-18, 2026

UPenn Jordan Medical Education Center | Philadelphia, PA

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Career development is a key component of the ASTS Surgeon Scientist committee mission.

The Surgeon Scientist Career Development conference is designed to provide a career roadmap for early, mid, and late career surgeon scientists.

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Name

Name and email of your Division Chief

What topics are you interested in learning more about at the Surgeon Scientist Career Development Conference?

Do you consider yourself an...

Early-career surgeon scientist
Mid-career surgeon scientist
Late-career surgeon scientist
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What is your current research program status?

Type of research (basic, translational, health services, etc.)

Years of research training

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What research topics are most important to you?

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About the Venue: UPenn Jordan Medical Education Center

The Henry A. Jordan Medical Education Center plays a prominent role in advancing innovation in every aspect of medicine. Physically connected to both the Smilow Center for Translational Research and the Roberts Proton Therapy Center, the new facility integrates research and clinical facilities with classrooms and other educational spaces. Penn Med's students, faculty, researchers, and physicians collaborate in this state-of-the-art environment including an auditorium, classrooms, group study rooms, student spaces and offices.