April 22, 2026
by Communications Committee, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, Prevention Committee, Healthcare Economics Committee

Welcome to The Cutting Edge

The Cutting Edge is the official member newsletter of the American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST), designed to keep you informed, inspired, and engaged. Each issue delivers timely updates, thought leadership, committee initiatives, educational resources, member achievements, and the latest developments across the world of trauma and acute care surgery.

Whether you're looking for executive updates, advocacy efforts, grant opportunities, program highlights, or perspectives from your peers, The Cutting Edge brings the pulse of AAST directly to your inbox.

The most up-to-date information for all things AAST

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Prefer to listen on the go? The Cutting Edge Podcast brings AAST to life with engaging conversations, exclusive interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories from the world of trauma and acute care surgery.


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