Members Benefits

The objectives of the AWS Chapter are as follows: Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for medical students interested in surgical careers, with particular emphasis on the advancement of women and gender-diverse individuals. Facilitate exposure to surgical specialties, including academic, clinical, and leadership pathways within surgery. Support career advancement through workshops, panels, and resources related to clerkships, research, sub-internships, residency applications, and fellowship preparation. Promote advocacy, equity, and wellness in surgical training environments, including addressing barriers to advancement, work-life integration, and gender-based disparities. Build a supportive community of students, residents, faculty, and allies committed to advancing women in surgery.