Don't Miss these Student and Resident Opportunities!

Quick Shot & Podium Presentations at ACA 2026

Deadline: July 1

ACOS Student and Resident Members are invited to showcase their research and share their work with peers, colleagues, and leaders in osteopathic surgery. Submit your abstract for a Quick Shot or Podium Presentation at ACA 2026! Take the next step in your professional development. Strengthen your CV and gain national exposure!.

Don’t miss this opportunity—set your CV up for success!

Join the Resident Section Executive Committee

Deadline: July 15

Open Positions:

Chair-Elect
Secretary-Treasurer
Member-At-Large
Chair of Academic Advancement

Leadership roles like these strengthen your resume, connect you with national leaders, expand your professional network, and give you a direct role in shaping resident programming and initiatives for the year ahead.

Lead, Mentor, and Research with ORIGINS

Deadline: July 1

The Osteopathic Research Initiative for Growth and INnovations in Surgery (ORIGINS) seeks residents with prior publications and research experience to mentor and guide students in virtual research projects.

Serve as Co-PI alongside an attending physician at your institution and help advance discovery while growing your leadership skills. Submit your CV and a letter of interest.

Questions? Contact Andrew Vogel .

Surgical Video Competition

Deadline: July 31

Showcase your surgical expertise and educational contributions in the Resident Video Competition. Selected submissions will be featured at ACA 2026 in New Orleans, giving residents a platform to share innovative techniques and operative experiences with colleagues nationwide.