When you become a Resident member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, you get access to free online resources that will help you prepare for a future career in cosmetic surgery.
Certified Fellowship Programs
AACS certifies post-residency Fellowship Programs across the country in both general cosmetic surgery and facial cosmetic surgery. Each program offers in-depth, hands-on training from leading surgeons.
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All of the online resources listed below are free for Resident members of AACS.
Core Curriculum Review
Each month, current training fellows in the AACS Certified Fellowship Program present hour-long sessions on the anatomy, techniques, risks, and complications of key procedures. Residents are able to attend these review sessions for free.
Live WebClinics: Free for Residents
Hosted by cosmetic surgery experts from the major specialties, AACS WebClinics offer valuable CME credit and in-depth training for cosmetic surgery professionals.
View upcoming WebClinics
American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery
Residents receive a complimentary subscription to the American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery, which features articles on state-of-the-art cosmetic surgery procedures, topics and breakthroughs, all written by distinguished experts.
More Opportunities
AACS Certified Fellowship Program- Launch Your Cosmetic Surgery Career: A Panel Discussion
This annual Q&A event with current and former Training Fellows and Program Directors is where you can get answers to all your questions about the AACS Certified Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship Program and starting a career in cosmetic surgery.
View a past program here.
Annual Review Course
Learn best practices for popular cosmetic surgery procedures at this annual workshop. Resident members receive a discounted registration rate. Chaired by Dr. Tony Mangubat. Get one year of unlimited access to the 2025 version of the course through the AACS Digital Library
Annual Scientific Meeting
The Annual Scientific Meeting is a good resource to help you make your career choice. Not only do you learn from the experts in the specialty, you can network with Fellowship Program Directors, Training Fellows, faculty, and residents from other specialties. Residents members receive discounted registration.
Join us on February 7-9, 2026 in Tampa, Florida.