American Surgical Association


The American Surgical Association is the oldest surgical organization in the United States.

History

It was founded in 1880. Their publication, Annals of Surgery, was started in 1885.
A collection of the association's papers are held at the National Library of Medicine.

Heads

Awards

  • American Surgical Association Foundation Fellowship Research Award
  • ASA Medallion for Scientific Achievement
  • ASA Flance-Karl Award