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Self Care and Meditation

21 Aug 2014

by: Betsy Tuttle-Newhall, MD, FACS When one mentions the word “meditation”, images of saffron robed monks and lotus flowers come to mind for many; however, meditation is simply the act of quietin...

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In Memoriam: Thomas R. Russell, MD, FACS

21 Aug 2014

AWS lost a long time friend and supporter this month. Dr. Russell is remembered fondly by those Council members who had the privilege to interact with him during his visits to the annual Spring Counci...

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Book Review: Success Under Stress

12 Aug 2014

The AWS Clinical Practice Committee reviews Success Under Stress: Powerful tools for staying calm, confident, and productive when the pressure’s on by Sharon Melnick, Ph.D. “The best time to...

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2014 AWS Conference Details – SAVE THE DATE

25 Jul 2014

Sunday, October 26 – Tuesday, October 28, 2014 Complete Brochure COMING SOON! Sunday, October 26th | 2014 AWS Conference: Transitions – Thriving Amidst Change Westin St. Francis | 335 Powell St...

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Women Surgeon Leaders for the 21st Century

25 Jul 2014

By: SreyRam Kuy, MD, MHS     Part I: The Status of Women in Leadership Roles, Changing Culture and Leadership Training   “If you're offered a seat on a rocket ship, don't ask what seat! Just...

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Running a Multi-Disciplinary Breast Center

24 Jul 2014

by: Holly Mason, MD FACSOne of the great challenges and great accomplishments of my career has been the oversight of the Baystate Breast & Wellness Center. Under one roof, patients can u...

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Adding a Business Degree to Your Repertoire

22 Jul 2014

By: Christina Cellini, MD, FACS, FASCRSWe’ve all heard it before – “medicine is a business.”  While it sounds distasteful to some, there is no denying that this is true to a large degree ...