Advancing Surgical Outcomes Through Collaboration & Research
Join a community of leading surgeons, researchers, and healthcare professionals dedicated to improving surgical care through data-driven insights and shared expertise.
Redefining Surgical Success, Together.
The Surgical Outcomes Club is a consortium of surgeons and scientists interested in advancing health services and outcomes research in surgery. Officially launched at the American College of Surgeons Clinical Congress in 2005, SOC provides a virtual and real meeting place for investigators addressing some of the most pressing clinical and policy issues facing the surgical profession today.
SOC aims to facilitate networking with established surgical outcome researchers and provide a platform for fostering collaborations. It will also serve as a clearinghouse for educational materials and other resources for surgeons wishing to learn more about the field.
21st Annual SOC Meeting
Chicago, Illinois
Venue TBD
Call for Abstracts
Abstract Submission now being accepted! The deadline for abstract submission/editing is April 20, 2025.
Become a Member
Register today and enjoy:
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Premium content such as webinars on topics like methodologies and mentorship
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Exclusive access to the SOC library of previously approved grants
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Discounted rates on events like the annual meeting and other panels
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Pertinent announcements and updates regarding the SOC and the industry
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SOC Grants & Awards
Michael Zinner Health services research Fellowship
The goal of the Surgical Outcomes Club (SOC) Michael Zinner Health Services Research Fellowship Program is to provide an avenue for junior surgical investigators to acquire the skills, knowledge, and network needed to develop, execute, and publish research studies in the field of surgical outcomes and health services research under the guidance of a high-quality experienced mentor.
JAMA Surgery Health services research manuscript TRAINING PROGRAM
The goal of the Surgical Outcomes Club (SOC) – JAMA Surgery Health Services Research (HSR) Manuscript Reviewer Training Program is to provide an avenue for graduating trainees and early career surgical investigators to be effective reviewers of research papers under the guidance of prolific and experienced mentors and advisors.