Meetings & Events

Covid Policy

Your safety is our priority. We are working diligently with our partners and vendors to ensure the necessary safety measures are in place. We are committed to creating a safe and healthy environment for all our attendees, exhibitors, and team members.

Proof of vaccination is required and indoor masking is recommended by all meeting attendees. 

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In addition to the AGS Meeting COVID Policy, we highly recommend the below measures to give you the most protection while travelling and onsite.

• Get your booster shot 2 weeks before the meeting
• Wear an N95, KN95 or 3-ply surgical mask while travelling and onsite
• Continue to social distance and frequent hand washing while travelling and onsite
• Consider taking a COVID test, especially if you have any symptoms before travelling to attend the meeting

Important Dates

• September 15 to November 1: Abstract submissions open
• September 16 to October 13: Video competition open
• October 12: Member registration + housing opens 
• November 16: Non-member registration + housing opens
• February 8, 2023: Pre-registration closes

Honored Guests and Lecturers

Join the AGS in celebrating our 2023 honored guests and lecturers!

• Guest of Honor - Paul F Palmberg MD, PhD
• AGS Lecturer – Pradeep Y Ramulu, MD, PHD
• Surgery Day Lecture – Jody R Piltz-Seymour, MD
• President’s Award – Anne L Coleman, MD, PHD
• Innovator Award – Douglas E Gaasterland MD
• International Scholar – Jonathan G Crowston, MD, PhD
• Clinician Scientist Lecture – Joshua D Stein, MD, MS
• Outstanding Educator – Eydie G Miller Ellis, MD
• Humanitarian Award – Alana L Grajewski MD

Quick Links

• AGS Annual Meeting
• Registration
• Abstracts
• Surgical Video Competition
• Presenter Central
• Housing & Attractions
• Exhibiting & Marketing
• Claim CME
• AGS Policies

Future Annual Meetings

2024 - Huntington Beach, CA
Hyatt Regency Huntington Beach
February 29 - March 3, 2024