Accreditation Statement

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and NorthShore University HealthSystem. The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Credit Designation Statement 

The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. 

American Board of Surgery (ABS)

Successful completion of this CME activity enables the learner to earn credit toward the CME requirement(s) of the American Board of Surgery’s Continuous Certification program. It is the CME activity provider's responsibility to submit learner completion information to ACCME for the purpose of granting ABS credit.

Description

This interactive accredited activity is designed for medical students, residents, fellows, and surgical faculty who want to deepen their understanding of current evidence-based surgical practices. Participants will engage in lively discussions and critical evaluations of recently published research, examining study design, methodology, and clinical relevance. This journal club promotes peer-to-peer learning and active scholarly dialogue, enabling participants to strengthen their ability to assess medical literature, integrate emerging evidence into surgical decisions, and enhance patient outcomes. By fostering these skills, participants will improve both clinical performance and surgical education, ultimately benefiting patient care.