Don’t miss this Unique Networking Opportunity designed for Women General Surgery Residents
August 14–16, 2025
Tudor Arms Hotel Cleveland 10660 Carnegie Ave.
Cleveland, OH 44106
Phone: 216.455.1260
Course Description
This is a 1½ day course which will provide a high-level overview of many topics related to professional development for surgeons in early training. Specifically, there will be a strong emphasis on challenges that disproportionately affect women trainees, and strategies for navigating those challenges. Faculty will consist of a dynamic and relatable group of surgeons from across the country who are experienced in these areas. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with the faculty in a friendly and casual environment both at the conference and at the accompanying events, while also meeting their peers and colleagues from around the country.
Learning Objectives
After completing this educational activity, the participant will be able to:
- Gain understanding of challenges pertaining to women surgeons in training and strategies to address those challenges
- Have an introduction to the concept of professional development, including some strategies for being a successful resident, planning future career directions, and learning how to give a well-received presentation
- Network with peers and expert surgeons from around the country in a fun and relaxed environment
Target Audience
Women General Surgery Residents – PGY-1 and PGY-2
Testimonials
“Fantastic program! I enjoyed meeting new people, learned a lot and the events that were put on after were great!”
“The conference was truly outstanding.
Every speaker was inspiring, sharing valuable insights drawn from their experiences. The event was well- organized, with a smooth flow and excellent networking opportunities.”
“A friendly, casual setting; really smart design of the conference with short talks and opportunities to ask the speakers questions intermittently, in panels, which fostered great discussions; opportunities to socialize and talk with the other attendees
and speakers.”
“Presentations were short and concise with tangible pieces of actionable advice.”
“Very informative and excellently organized.”
“Extremely valuable conference with a ton of topics in just a couple of days which will help me be a better resident, physician, spouse and friend. There were so many pieces of advice I will take with me moving forward.”
“Thoroughly enjoyed the program and will highly recommend it to other female surgery residents in the years to come.”
“Overall concept, presentations, organization, opportunities to network and talk, very personal experience, faculty that was invested in resident’s education. Overall one of the best conferences I have ever attended.”