In this edition of The Cutting Edge, we highlight the expanding scope of acute care surgery — from advancing global trauma systems and elevating pediatric readiness, to integrating palliative communication, adapting to new coding realities, and championing mentorship, leadership, and prevention.

In this edition of The Cutting Edge, we spotlight the evolving realities and responsibilities of the acute care surgeon — from practical coding changes that impact reimbursement, to real-world lessons in disaster response, and future-focused conversations on innovation, leadership, and resilience.

Explore the latest updates from AAST leadership, committees, and members—including annual meeting highlights, research insights, and new initiatives shaping the future of trauma and acute care surgery.

From pediatric trauma triage to mentorship, injury prevention, DEI in research, and leadership through literature—explore how AAST members are shaping the future of surgery and advocacy in the May edition of Cutting Edge.

In this Special Edition of Cutting Edge, we honor the trailblazing surgeons who shaped our specialty, reflect on their decades of wisdom, and celebrate their enduring impact on trauma and acute care surgery.

From disaster readiness to health equity and pediatric care, explore how AAST members are shaping the future of trauma and acute care surgery in the March edition of The Cutting Edge.

Explore how AAST members are shaping the future of patient-centered care through educational innovation, clinical insights, and powerful stories of healing in this issue of The Cutting Edge.

In this edition of The Cutting Edge, celebrate the impact of generosity, mentorship, and leadership in trauma surgery. From powerful reflections on gratitude and growth to exciting updates on JTACS, the REF, the Pediatric Fellowship Subtrack, and more—discover how AAST members are shaping the future of Acute Care Surgery.

This edition of The Cutting Edge highlights the power of advocacy, mentorship, and research in trauma and acute care surgery. Explore timely reflections, new pediatric findings, inspiring diversity essays, and the impact of AAST scholarships—all shaping the future of our field.

This edition recaps the 2024 AAST Annual Meeting and World Trauma Congress, celebrated leadership transitions, and highlighted key initiatives in research, diversity, education, and patient care. From program successes to REF milestones, it reflected the impact and momentum of the AAST community.

From Olympic inspiration to surgical excellence—relive the summer edition of The Cutting Edge. Highlights include a behind-the-scenes look at the AAST Annual Meeting, ways to engage with REF, and powerful reflections on leadership, resilience, and care.

This edition of The Cutting Edge explores the impact of advocacy, innovation, and mentorship across trauma surgery—from Wear Orange to global collaboration, mental health, DEI, and beyond.

This issue explores key AAST updates and forward momentum across committees, highlights on trauma prevention and transgender health equity, and ongoing preparations for the 2024 Annual Meeting and World Trauma Congress.

This edition of The Cutting Edge highlights key changes in AAST communications, urgent advocacy in human trafficking, and essential clinical updates in trauma, pediatrics, and ACS fellowship evolution.