American Society for Surgery of the Hand

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American Society for Surgery of the Hand

ASSH aims to educate its members and improve the quality of patient care. https://sprout.link/handsociety

08/06/2026

Bootcamp 2.0 is not the same Bootcamp you remember! Reimagined for residents, fellows, and early-career surgeons to advance their training through a full day of hands-on cadaver labs, expert didactics, and more for only $100. Claim your spot using the link in our bio for this exceptional educational opportunity in the days leading up to .

08/05/2026

Check out the August 2026 issue of The Journal of Hand Surgery! jhandsurg.org/current

Cover featuring Figure 1A from "Resolution of Pediatric Trigger Finger After Combined A1 Pulley Release, A2 Pulley Partial Release, and Flexor Digitorum Superficialis Tendon Split" by Timothy W. Kouo, BS, Dan Gordon, MD, Aaron Perkins, PA-C, David Farbo, PhD, and Pamela J. Sherman, MD.

08/02/2026

The future of hand surgery is shaped in more places than the operating room. As ASSH continues to strengthen its advocacy efforts, we're encouraging members to engage in the policy conversations that impact our profession. During Orthopaedic Advocacy Week, orthopaedic surgeons nationwide will come together to learn about issues affecting patient care, payment reform, and the proposed Medicare Physician Fee Schedule.

07/26/2026

The ASSH is proud to celebrate Disability Pride Month and the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). ASSH supports this important civil rights law that works to ensure all people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities by providing patient-oriented resources for hand and upper extremity conditions.

Find articles on assh.org/handcare, video content at TheHandSociety on YouTube, and check out The Hand Book, a unique guide for support and knowledge for the caregivers of children with hand differences, at assh.org/s/the-hand-book.

07/20/2026

The latest video in the "Legends in Hand Surgery" series features pediatric hand surgery pioneer Michelle A. James, MD. Hear from Dr. James as she reflects on how she began her career working with her father, the noticeable and impactful changes she has witnessed in the Hand Society, the mentors who shaped her trajectory, and much more. 🎥 Watch the full video of this giant at the link in our bio.

07/17/2026

The MOC/CME version of the ASSH Self-Assessment Exam is only open for two more weeks! Submit your exam by July 31 with a passing score to receive CME credit. Register now through the link in our bio, and don't miss this year's exam.

07/11/2026

The best educators never stop learning.

Join us at for Teach the Teacher: Surgical Education for Every Generation, a post-course designed for hand surgeons who are passionate about education. Explore practical strategies for coaching, feedback and teaching today's learners while gaining insight into current training requirements and educational best practices. You'll also hear directly from Millennial and Gen Z trainees about what helps them learn best. Learn more at the link in our bio.

07/08/2026

Allied Health professionals are an essential part of the hand care team, and includes education designed just for you. Join us in Boston for dedicated sessions created for APPs and NPs. Gain practical insights, strengthen your clinical skills, and connect with colleagues who understand the unique role you play in caring for patients with hand and upper extremity conditions. View sessions designed for Allied Health professionals with the link in our bio.

07/01/2026

is headed to Boston! Join us from September 17-19 and explore vibrant neighborhoods, indulge in fresh seafood, and soak in world-class history between sessions. 🏙️🦞🏛️ There's no better backdrop for a historic meeting! Register today using the link in our bio.

06/19/2026

ASSH honors as a powerful day of remembrance, celebration, and continued commitment to equity and justice for all. As we mark the end of slavery in the United States, we celebrate the contributions of African American surgeons who have shaped and strengthened the field of hand and upper extremity surgery. We reaffirm our dedication to building a specialty that is fair, accessible, inclusive, and representative of every voice within it.

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822 W Washington Boulevard
Chicago, IL
60607

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+13128801900

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http://www.assh.org/

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