Registration
Become part of it
Virtual Surgical Week VSW 2021 is accessible at no charge to paid-up members of the International Society of Surgery (ISS/SIC) only.
If not an ISS/SIC member, sign up for membership. Membership fees depend on age and nationality. Calculate your fee here.
Writer's Workshop
Registration for the Writer's Workshop 2021 is closed.
ISS/SIC membership
More than 2,000 medical professionals from across the globe have discovered the value of ISS/SIC membership as an essential investment in their future. ISS/SIC offers benefits that inspire, drive and connect us in the translation of science to advance clinical practice and improve the lives of millions of people worldwide.
As member of the ISS/SIC, you will receive:
Subscription and exclusive benefits to the following publications:
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World Journal of Surgery (WJS) (Digital edition – Free; Print edition - at extra charge USD 60)
Exclusive meeting benefits, including:
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Free registration for the Virtual Surgical Week (VSW)
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Considerable discounts on registration fee for the International Surgical Week (ISW) – The World’s Congress of Surgery
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Prioritized information on deadlines
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Prioritized status for inclusion as abstract reviewer, moderator or speaker at WCS
Exclusive membership of Integrated Societies (USD 25 per society):
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IATSIC – International Association for Trauma Surgery and Intensive Care
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IASMEN – International Association for Surgical Metabolism and Nutrition
Enhanced access and benefits from our Associated Societies:
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COSECSA - College of Surgeons of East Central, and Southern Africa
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IASSS - International Association of Surgical Student Societies
Enhanced access and benefits from our Participating Societies:
Enhanced access and benefits from our Partners:
Representation at Regional Surgical Conferences across the World:
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Through our strong partnerships with many International Organisations, the International Society of Surgery (ISS/SIC) has representation and participation in local or individual National Colleges and Societies, as a shared educational initiative
Eligibility for:
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ISS Fellowship (FISS)
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International Society of Surgery Foundation (ISSF) Travel Fellowships, to enable surgeons to travel to, and participate in the International Surgical Week (ISW)
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Matching of Training Fellowships / Short term Training Opportunities
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Matching of Clinical attachments by Society
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International mentoring opportunities for Surgeons in Training
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International mentoring and Medical Student elective opportunitiesIn
Prioritized access to:
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Advanced Skills Courses
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Breast Surgery Courses (BSI)
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National Trauma Management Course – NTMC Programme (IATSIC)
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Definitive Trauma Surgical Care – DSTC Course (IATSIC)
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Definitive Anaesthetic Trauma Care – DATC Course (IATSIC)
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Endocrine (e.g. Thyroid) Courses - IAES
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Participation in the Society Structure:
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Hold elected and/or appointed office in the ISS/SIC
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Vote on Society matters and nominate and vote in Society elections
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National Chapter Activities