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Surgeons Share Tips for Knowing Your Worth and Self-Advocacy in Your Career

September 22, 2026

Understanding your professional value is essential for career advancement, yet many surgeons lack transparency and guidance on compensation, negotiation, and career positioning. An ACS Women in Surgery Committee webinar, “Knowing Your Worth: Compensation, Value, and Career Negotiation for Surgeons,” brought together a panel of experts to share strategies for contract negotiation, promotion discussions, and advocating for equitable compensation and leadership opportunities. Watch the webinar recording.

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