Russell Berman
@rsberman.bsky.social
Professor of Surgery,Associate Cancer Center Director for Clinical Education and Surg Onc Network Integration Weill Cornell Meyer Cancer Center. President, Society of Surgical Oncology
Father, husband. Opinions expressed are my own.
Father, husband. Opinions expressed are my own.
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We’re excited to announce that SurgOnc Academy Communities, a new, members-only discussion platform, will launch on January 1! Members will be able to connect with colleagues, join specialty-focused groups, and more!
Keep exploring SurgOnc Academy: https://ow.ly/S9iA50XFQ6I
Keep exploring SurgOnc Academy: https://ow.ly/S9iA50XFQ6I
December 22, 2025 at 3:00 PM
We’re excited to announce that SurgOnc Academy Communities, a new, members-only discussion platform, will launch on January 1! Members will be able to connect with colleagues, join specialty-focused groups, and more!
Keep exploring SurgOnc Academy: https://ow.ly/S9iA50XFQ6I
Keep exploring SurgOnc Academy: https://ow.ly/S9iA50XFQ6I
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This webinar is taking place tomorrow, Friday, December 12! Don’t miss expert insights on TIL therapy for melanoma — from program setup to future innovations.
Secure your spot before it’s too late: https://ow.ly/wBxK50XnXBm
Secure your spot before it’s too late: https://ow.ly/wBxK50XnXBm
December 11, 2025 at 3:00 PM
This webinar is taking place tomorrow, Friday, December 12! Don’t miss expert insights on TIL therapy for melanoma — from program setup to future innovations.
Secure your spot before it’s too late: https://ow.ly/wBxK50XnXBm
Secure your spot before it’s too late: https://ow.ly/wBxK50XnXBm
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New SurgOnc Today episode! 🎧
Managing small, differentiated thyroid cancer is more complex than ever. Experts Dr. Michael Tuttle and Dr. Douglas Fraker, moderated by Dr. Mahsa Javid, unpack evolving guidelines, diagnostic tools, and when not to operate.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/jVPc50XH0kU
Managing small, differentiated thyroid cancer is more complex than ever. Experts Dr. Michael Tuttle and Dr. Douglas Fraker, moderated by Dr. Mahsa Javid, unpack evolving guidelines, diagnostic tools, and when not to operate.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/jVPc50XH0kU
December 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM
New SurgOnc Today episode! 🎧
Managing small, differentiated thyroid cancer is more complex than ever. Experts Dr. Michael Tuttle and Dr. Douglas Fraker, moderated by Dr. Mahsa Javid, unpack evolving guidelines, diagnostic tools, and when not to operate.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/jVPc50XH0kU
Managing small, differentiated thyroid cancer is more complex than ever. Experts Dr. Michael Tuttle and Dr. Douglas Fraker, moderated by Dr. Mahsa Javid, unpack evolving guidelines, diagnostic tools, and when not to operate.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/jVPc50XH0kU
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Attention SSO members — don’t miss this opportunity!
KSSO will host one SSO surgical oncologist for its Annual Meeting plus a personalized visit to a top Korean medical center in your specialty area. Strengthen global ties and showcase your research.
Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/3HAt50XAHKi
KSSO will host one SSO surgical oncologist for its Annual Meeting plus a personalized visit to a top Korean medical center in your specialty area. Strengthen global ties and showcase your research.
Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/3HAt50XAHKi
December 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Attention SSO members — don’t miss this opportunity!
KSSO will host one SSO surgical oncologist for its Annual Meeting plus a personalized visit to a top Korean medical center in your specialty area. Strengthen global ties and showcase your research.
Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/3HAt50XAHKi
KSSO will host one SSO surgical oncologist for its Annual Meeting plus a personalized visit to a top Korean medical center in your specialty area. Strengthen global ties and showcase your research.
Learn more and apply: https://ow.ly/3HAt50XAHKi
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Time is running out to register! ⏰
Join us for our upcoming webinar, Staging Laparoscopy, an in-depth discussion of the rationale, technique, and barriers to implementing staging laparoscopy for gastric adenocarcinoma.
🗓️ Monday, December 15 | 6:00 AM CST
Register: https://ow.ly/nAGR50XvTQu
Join us for our upcoming webinar, Staging Laparoscopy, an in-depth discussion of the rationale, technique, and barriers to implementing staging laparoscopy for gastric adenocarcinoma.
🗓️ Monday, December 15 | 6:00 AM CST
Register: https://ow.ly/nAGR50XvTQu
December 12, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Time is running out to register! ⏰
Join us for our upcoming webinar, Staging Laparoscopy, an in-depth discussion of the rationale, technique, and barriers to implementing staging laparoscopy for gastric adenocarcinoma.
🗓️ Monday, December 15 | 6:00 AM CST
Register: https://ow.ly/nAGR50XvTQu
Join us for our upcoming webinar, Staging Laparoscopy, an in-depth discussion of the rationale, technique, and barriers to implementing staging laparoscopy for gastric adenocarcinoma.
🗓️ Monday, December 15 | 6:00 AM CST
Register: https://ow.ly/nAGR50XvTQu
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Attention, SSO members! As 2026 approaches, now is the perfect time to renew your SSO membership and continue enjoying all the benefits that support your work.
Renew to stay connected to cutting-edge education, resources, and more. https://ow.ly/XESp50XwSTy…
Renew to stay connected to cutting-edge education, resources, and more. https://ow.ly/XESp50XwSTy…
December 13, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Attention, SSO members! As 2026 approaches, now is the perfect time to renew your SSO membership and continue enjoying all the benefits that support your work.
Renew to stay connected to cutting-edge education, resources, and more. https://ow.ly/XESp50XwSTy…
Renew to stay connected to cutting-edge education, resources, and more. https://ow.ly/XESp50XwSTy…
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Time is running out to support the SSO this #GivingTuesday! ⏰
Every gift fuels our mission to advance and support surgical oncology worldwide. Make your impact before the day ends: https://ow.ly/H1KZ50XAVG0
Every gift fuels our mission to advance and support surgical oncology worldwide. Make your impact before the day ends: https://ow.ly/H1KZ50XAVG0
December 2, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Time is running out to support the SSO this #GivingTuesday! ⏰
Every gift fuels our mission to advance and support surgical oncology worldwide. Make your impact before the day ends: https://ow.ly/H1KZ50XAVG0
Every gift fuels our mission to advance and support surgical oncology worldwide. Make your impact before the day ends: https://ow.ly/H1KZ50XAVG0
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Join SSO and IASO on December 18 at 10:00 AM CST ︱9:30 PM IST for a focused webinar on evaluating and managing the difficult pelvis. Learn key anatomy, surgical approaches, and rehab strategies from expert speakers.
Don’t miss it! Register now: https://ow.ly/cSxI50XvQER
Don’t miss it! Register now: https://ow.ly/cSxI50XvQER
November 24, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Join SSO and IASO on December 18 at 10:00 AM CST ︱9:30 PM IST for a focused webinar on evaluating and managing the difficult pelvis. Learn key anatomy, surgical approaches, and rehab strategies from expert speakers.
Don’t miss it! Register now: https://ow.ly/cSxI50XvQER
Don’t miss it! Register now: https://ow.ly/cSxI50XvQER
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Join us on Wednesday, December 17 at 1:00 PM CST | 8:00 PM CET, for a webinar on the multidisciplinary management of sacral chordomas. Hear global experts discuss latest advances in surgery, radiation, and systemic therapy.
Register now:
https://ow.ly/1BU250XxcVG
Register now:
https://ow.ly/1BU250XxcVG
November 25, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Join us on Wednesday, December 17 at 1:00 PM CST | 8:00 PM CET, for a webinar on the multidisciplinary management of sacral chordomas. Hear global experts discuss latest advances in surgery, radiation, and systemic therapy.
Register now:
https://ow.ly/1BU250XxcVG
Register now:
https://ow.ly/1BU250XxcVG
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We’re thrilled to attend the SSO 2026 Annual Meeting in Phoenix! Stop by our booth and visit us in the HUB on March 5 and March 6 to learn more about the Annals of Surgical Oncology journal.
Register Now: https://ow.ly/F0bH50XuWXl
#SSO2026
Register Now: https://ow.ly/F0bH50XuWXl
#SSO2026
November 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
We’re thrilled to attend the SSO 2026 Annual Meeting in Phoenix! Stop by our booth and visit us in the HUB on March 5 and March 6 to learn more about the Annals of Surgical Oncology journal.
Register Now: https://ow.ly/F0bH50XuWXl
#SSO2026
Register Now: https://ow.ly/F0bH50XuWXl
#SSO2026
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Join us for our upcoming webinar on Staging Laparoscopy, an in-depth look at the rationale, technique, and barriers to implementing staging laparoscopy for gastric adenocarcinoma.
🗓️ Monday, December 15 | 6:00 AM CST
Register now: https://ow.ly/5E9I50XqBk3
🗓️ Monday, December 15 | 6:00 AM CST
Register now: https://ow.ly/5E9I50XqBk3
November 13, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Join us for our upcoming webinar on Staging Laparoscopy, an in-depth look at the rationale, technique, and barriers to implementing staging laparoscopy for gastric adenocarcinoma.
🗓️ Monday, December 15 | 6:00 AM CST
Register now: https://ow.ly/5E9I50XqBk3
🗓️ Monday, December 15 | 6:00 AM CST
Register now: https://ow.ly/5E9I50XqBk3
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New episode alert!
In this episode of SurgOnc Today, Jonathan Baines, MD, Donald Warne, MD, and Lori Arviso Alvord, MD, discuss advocacy and mentoring of Native American and URM trainees.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/wvWK50XqKFU
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
In this episode of SurgOnc Today, Jonathan Baines, MD, Donald Warne, MD, and Lori Arviso Alvord, MD, discuss advocacy and mentoring of Native American and URM trainees.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/wvWK50XqKFU
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
November 13, 2025 at 9:01 PM
New episode alert!
In this episode of SurgOnc Today, Jonathan Baines, MD, Donald Warne, MD, and Lori Arviso Alvord, MD, discuss advocacy and mentoring of Native American and URM trainees.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/wvWK50XqKFU
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
In this episode of SurgOnc Today, Jonathan Baines, MD, Donald Warne, MD, and Lori Arviso Alvord, MD, discuss advocacy and mentoring of Native American and URM trainees.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/wvWK50XqKFU
#NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
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Congratulations to the 2026 Career Catalyst Mentorship Program recipients!
Through SSO’s CCMP, rising surgical oncology leaders gain mentorship, professional growth, and hands-on experience at #SSO2026 and beyond.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/rSnk50XjPqM
#Mentorship #FutureLeaders
Through SSO’s CCMP, rising surgical oncology leaders gain mentorship, professional growth, and hands-on experience at #SSO2026 and beyond.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/rSnk50XjPqM
#Mentorship #FutureLeaders
November 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Congratulations to the 2026 Career Catalyst Mentorship Program recipients!
Through SSO’s CCMP, rising surgical oncology leaders gain mentorship, professional growth, and hands-on experience at #SSO2026 and beyond.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/rSnk50XjPqM
#Mentorship #FutureLeaders
Through SSO’s CCMP, rising surgical oncology leaders gain mentorship, professional growth, and hands-on experience at #SSO2026 and beyond.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/rSnk50XjPqM
#Mentorship #FutureLeaders
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Who says learning can’t fit in your pocket? 📲
With the SSO Mobile App, you’ve got SurgOnc Academy, the latest clinical education, event updates, and more — right at your fingertips.
Download the SSO mobile app now: https://ow.ly/RFkJ50XnUqO
With the SSO Mobile App, you’ve got SurgOnc Academy, the latest clinical education, event updates, and more — right at your fingertips.
Download the SSO mobile app now: https://ow.ly/RFkJ50XnUqO
November 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Who says learning can’t fit in your pocket? 📲
With the SSO Mobile App, you’ve got SurgOnc Academy, the latest clinical education, event updates, and more — right at your fingertips.
Download the SSO mobile app now: https://ow.ly/RFkJ50XnUqO
With the SSO Mobile App, you’ve got SurgOnc Academy, the latest clinical education, event updates, and more — right at your fingertips.
Download the SSO mobile app now: https://ow.ly/RFkJ50XnUqO
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Save the Date! 💙
Join the SSO on December 2, 2025, for Giving Tuesday in support of the SSO Impact Fund. Together, we can advance surgical oncology through research, education, and innovation. Make a donation: https://ow.ly/MKHM50Xrpfe
Join the SSO on December 2, 2025, for Giving Tuesday in support of the SSO Impact Fund. Together, we can advance surgical oncology through research, education, and innovation. Make a donation: https://ow.ly/MKHM50Xrpfe
November 16, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Save the Date! 💙
Join the SSO on December 2, 2025, for Giving Tuesday in support of the SSO Impact Fund. Together, we can advance surgical oncology through research, education, and innovation. Make a donation: https://ow.ly/MKHM50Xrpfe
Join the SSO on December 2, 2025, for Giving Tuesday in support of the SSO Impact Fund. Together, we can advance surgical oncology through research, education, and innovation. Make a donation: https://ow.ly/MKHM50Xrpfe
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SSO announces the departure of CEO Anna Polyak, RN, JD. We thank Anna for her leadership and wish her well in her next chapter. The Board has appointed Patti Stella, CAE, CHCP, as Interim CEO. Join us in thanking Anna and congratulating Patti! https://ow.ly/4Q8O50XrPqJ
November 17, 2025 at 12:00 PM
SSO announces the departure of CEO Anna Polyak, RN, JD. We thank Anna for her leadership and wish her well in her next chapter. The Board has appointed Patti Stella, CAE, CHCP, as Interim CEO. Join us in thanking Anna and congratulating Patti! https://ow.ly/4Q8O50XrPqJ
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Don't forget to register for the Virtual CGSO Board Exam Review Course taking place on January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST.
Get ready for a full day of interactive mock oral sessions, expert tips, and major exam confidence boost 🙌
https://ow.ly/Oxsf50XrVmO
Get ready for a full day of interactive mock oral sessions, expert tips, and major exam confidence boost 🙌
https://ow.ly/Oxsf50XrVmO
November 17, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Don't forget to register for the Virtual CGSO Board Exam Review Course taking place on January 24, 2026, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST.
Get ready for a full day of interactive mock oral sessions, expert tips, and major exam confidence boost 🙌
https://ow.ly/Oxsf50XrVmO
Get ready for a full day of interactive mock oral sessions, expert tips, and major exam confidence boost 🙌
https://ow.ly/Oxsf50XrVmO
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New episode alert! 🎧
SSO’s Breast DSWG members Drs. David Anderson, Fred Dirbas, and Suzanne Klimberg break down the management of male breast cancer—from unique considerations to key similarities with female breast cancer.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/tAzT50XuLgb
SSO’s Breast DSWG members Drs. David Anderson, Fred Dirbas, and Suzanne Klimberg break down the management of male breast cancer—from unique considerations to key similarities with female breast cancer.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/tAzT50XuLgb
November 20, 2025 at 9:01 PM
New episode alert! 🎧
SSO’s Breast DSWG members Drs. David Anderson, Fred Dirbas, and Suzanne Klimberg break down the management of male breast cancer—from unique considerations to key similarities with female breast cancer.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/tAzT50XuLgb
SSO’s Breast DSWG members Drs. David Anderson, Fred Dirbas, and Suzanne Klimberg break down the management of male breast cancer—from unique considerations to key similarities with female breast cancer.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/tAzT50XuLgb
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Congratulations to the 2026 Presidential Scholar Program recipients! 🏆
This program connects emerging surgical oncologists with leaders in the field, fostering mentorship, growth, and lifelong professional connections.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/atlp50XjPPe
#Mentorship #FutureLeaders
This program connects emerging surgical oncologists with leaders in the field, fostering mentorship, growth, and lifelong professional connections.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/atlp50XjPPe
#Mentorship #FutureLeaders
November 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Congratulations to the 2026 Presidential Scholar Program recipients! 🏆
This program connects emerging surgical oncologists with leaders in the field, fostering mentorship, growth, and lifelong professional connections.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/atlp50XjPPe
#Mentorship #FutureLeaders
This program connects emerging surgical oncologists with leaders in the field, fostering mentorship, growth, and lifelong professional connections.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/atlp50XjPPe
#Mentorship #FutureLeaders
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Pack your sunglasses and your curiosity, the #ACT2026 meeting is heading to The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, February 14-16, 2026.
Connect with peers and pioneers in surgical oncology while enjoying Florida’s sunshine and ocean views.
Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/aOEZ50XkYZa
Connect with peers and pioneers in surgical oncology while enjoying Florida’s sunshine and ocean views.
Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/aOEZ50XkYZa
November 2, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Pack your sunglasses and your curiosity, the #ACT2026 meeting is heading to The Westin Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, February 14-16, 2026.
Connect with peers and pioneers in surgical oncology while enjoying Florida’s sunshine and ocean views.
Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/aOEZ50XkYZa
Connect with peers and pioneers in surgical oncology while enjoying Florida’s sunshine and ocean views.
Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/aOEZ50XkYZa
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Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, November 4, for a webinar on neoadjuvant immunotherapy in colorectal cancer with a focus on dMMR/MSI-H and pMMR/MSS patients.
Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/5sGV50X0T74
Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/5sGV50X0T74
November 3, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Join us tomorrow, Tuesday, November 4, for a webinar on neoadjuvant immunotherapy in colorectal cancer with a focus on dMMR/MSI-H and pMMR/MSS patients.
Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/5sGV50X0T74
Secure your spot: https://ow.ly/5sGV50X0T74
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SSO is proud to announce the 2026 election results! Including the online election results and the slated Board of Directors, pending ratification at the 2026 Annual Business meeting.
View and learn more about the candidates here: https://ow.ly/QOjh50XmxZ2
View and learn more about the candidates here: https://ow.ly/QOjh50XmxZ2
November 4, 2025 at 5:02 PM
SSO is proud to announce the 2026 election results! Including the online election results and the slated Board of Directors, pending ratification at the 2026 Annual Business meeting.
View and learn more about the candidates here: https://ow.ly/QOjh50XmxZ2
View and learn more about the candidates here: https://ow.ly/QOjh50XmxZ2
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Attention Members!
Renew your membership today to stay part of the SSO community in 2026 and keep your member registration rate. https://imis2.surgonc.org/SSO/Contacts/SignIn.aspx?LoginRedirect=true&returnurl=%2fSSO%2fContacts%2f...
Renew your membership today to stay part of the SSO community in 2026 and keep your member registration rate. https://imis2.surgonc.org/SSO/Contacts/SignIn.aspx?LoginRedirect=true&returnurl=%2fSSO%2fContacts%2f...
November 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Attention Members!
Renew your membership today to stay part of the SSO community in 2026 and keep your member registration rate. https://imis2.surgonc.org/SSO/Contacts/SignIn.aspx?LoginRedirect=true&returnurl=%2fSSO%2fContacts%2f...
Renew your membership today to stay part of the SSO community in 2026 and keep your member registration rate. https://imis2.surgonc.org/SSO/Contacts/SignIn.aspx?LoginRedirect=true&returnurl=%2fSSO%2fContacts%2f...
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🎧 New episode of SurgOnc Today!
Mark Knab, Charles Vining, and Kelvin Allenson explore how the location of duodenal adenocarcinoma drives surgical approach—from pancreaticoduodenectomy to limited resection.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/8Loc50XnsTt
Mark Knab, Charles Vining, and Kelvin Allenson explore how the location of duodenal adenocarcinoma drives surgical approach—from pancreaticoduodenectomy to limited resection.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/8Loc50XnsTt
November 6, 2025 at 9:01 PM
🎧 New episode of SurgOnc Today!
Mark Knab, Charles Vining, and Kelvin Allenson explore how the location of duodenal adenocarcinoma drives surgical approach—from pancreaticoduodenectomy to limited resection.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/8Loc50XnsTt
Mark Knab, Charles Vining, and Kelvin Allenson explore how the location of duodenal adenocarcinoma drives surgical approach—from pancreaticoduodenectomy to limited resection.
Listen now: https://ow.ly/8Loc50XnsTt
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Are you a trainee or early-career surgeon interested in surgical oncology? Don’t miss this webinar taking place on December 10, at 5:30 PM CST, to hear from experts about pathways, training, and insights into a career in surgical oncology.
Register now:
https://ow.ly/uqbl50Xivci
Register now:
https://ow.ly/uqbl50Xivci
November 7, 2025 at 3:01 PM
Are you a trainee or early-career surgeon interested in surgical oncology? Don’t miss this webinar taking place on December 10, at 5:30 PM CST, to hear from experts about pathways, training, and insights into a career in surgical oncology.
Register now:
https://ow.ly/uqbl50Xivci
Register now:
https://ow.ly/uqbl50Xivci