The Legacy Continues A History of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons and Affiliated Organizations 2000-2024

The ASCRS Executive Council has authorized production of an updated historical text to commemorate the 125th Anniversary of the Society (2024), a sequel of sorts to From Mathews to the Millennium - A Century of Achievement: A History of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons 1899-1999. 

Featuring personal and professional contributions from experienced members of the ASCRS, The Legacy Continues highlights the achievements, advancements and accomplishments of the ASCRS and affiliated societies over last 25 years (2000-2024), including educational efforts and meetings, noteworthy publications, important advances in surgical practice, board administration, research activities, training programs, and surgical leadership. It is an interesting and thought-provoking text not only for ASCRS members but colorectal surgeons worldwide with an interest in the growth and expansion of the field.

The American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.- Clinical Advances in Colon and Rectal Surgery.- The American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery.- The Research Foundation of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons.- From Apprenticeship to Accreditation: The History of Colorectal Training Programs in the United States.- The Association of Program Directors in Colon and Rectal Surgery.- Diseases of the Colon and Rectum.- Colorectal Surgeon Leadership in Affiliated Organizations.- Appendices.

David E. Beck, MD, FASCRS, Department of Surgery, Vanderbilt Health, Spring Hill, TN, USA

Charles E. Littlejohn, MD, FASCRS, Department of Surgery, Stamford Hospital, Stamford, CT, USA

Guy R. Orangio, MD, FASCRS, Department of Surgery, Louisiana State University Health Science Center, New Orleans, LA, USA