Marcelo A. F. Ribeiro Jr.  Inducted into Prestigious American College of Surgeons Master Surgeon Academy

Marcelo A. F. Ribeiro Jr., MD, PhD, Professor of Surgery at the University of Maryland School of Medicine (UMSOM), was inducted into the American College of Surgeons (ACS) Academy of Master Surgeon Educators during an event in Chicago held on September 27.

Dr. Ribeiro, who is also the Director of the International Outreach Initiative at R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, is among a group of 76 esteemed surgeon educators nationwide who were inducted this year into membership in this distinguished Academy.

"We were absolutely delighted to recruit Dr. Ribeiro as he  is internationally recognized for his prowess as a innovative surgeon, prolific investigator, and committed educator," said Thomas M. Scalea, MD, The Honorable Francis X. Kelly Distinguished Professor of Trauma Surgery at UMSOM and Physician-in-Chief of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center.

"Dr Ribeiro has lectured all over the world and has educated practitioners at all levels of training, from medical students to senior surgeons. This impressive recognition by the American College of Surgeons simply underscores his teaching excellence and commitment to education."

He is a dedicated surgeon educator whose experience in the field includes Medical Education, Trauma and Acute Care Surgery. As a trauma surgeon, he has a particular focus on damage control surgery, the management of open abdomen and hepatobiliary trauma, and acute care surgery. Additionally, he has a deep passion for hepatobiliary surgery and advancing medical education to shape the next generation of surgeons.

“The Academy of Master Surgeon Educators is a distinguished community of leaders who are committed to advancing the art and science of surgery through education, mentorship, and research,” said Dr. Ribeiro. “As part of this elite group, I am eager to contribute to its mission by promoting the highest standards in surgical training and patient care. I also look forward to working with colleagues to drive meaningful advancements in these critical areas of surgery.”

The ACS Academy of Master Surgeon Educators works to advance the science and practice of education across all surgical specialties. Individuals are selected as Members, Associate Members, or Affiliate Members following a stringent peer review process. This year’s class includes Members (38 Inductees) and Associate Members (38 Inductees). The first inaugural class was inducted in 2018 and the Academy has since grown to include 401 Members, Associate Members, and Affiliate Members who represent thirteen surgical specialties other than general surgery. Inductees are from 25 states. They come from three countries in addition to those from the United States.

Once inducted, Academy members actively engage in advancing the Academy’s programs and goals, which are to advance the science and practice of innovative lifelong surgical education, training, and scholarship in the changing milieu of health care; foster the exchange of creative ideas and collaboration; support the development and recognition of faculty; underscore the importance of lifelong surgical education and training; positively impact quality and patient safety through lifelong surgical education and training; disseminate advances in education and training to all surgeons; and offer mentorship to surgeon educators throughout their professional careers.

“This year, we celebrate another cohort of distinguished surgeon educators who are pushing the frontiers of surgical education and making outstanding contributions to our field,” said Ajit K. Sachdeva, MD, FACS, FRCSC, FSACME, MAMSE, Director of the ACS Division of Education and Co-Chair of the Academy. “As we welcome these new members, we are excited to continue fostering innovation, collaboration, and excellence in surgical education. Together, we will define the future of surgical education and inspire the next generation of educators to advance patient care and professional practice through impactful education.”

Academy members collaborate on and publish significant works of scholarship and participate in fireside chats, Grand Rounds Series, and the Academy Symposium, an annual conference that brings together Academy members to exchange best practices and discuss critical topics in surgical education. The Academy continues to focus on outreach and mentorship to surgeon educators from across the globe, with a special emphasis on engaging surgeon educators from low-middle income countries. With this year’s induction ceremony, the Academy will include 54 international members, representing 24 countries outside of the U.S.

To learn more about the Academy of Master Surgeon Educations, please visit the Academy’s homepage.

About the University of Maryland School of Medicine

Now in its third century, the University of Maryland School of Medicine was chartered in 1807 as the first public medical school in the United States. It continues today as one of the fastest growing, top-tier biomedical research enterprises in the world -- with 46 academic departments, centers, institutes, and programs, and a faculty of more than 3,000 physicians, scientists, and allied health professionals, including members of the National Academy of Medicine and the National Academy of Sciences, and a distinguished two-time winner of the Albert E. Lasker Award in Medical Research. With an operating budget of more than $1.2 billion, the School of Medicine works closely in partnership with the University of Maryland Medical Center and Medical System to provide research-intensive, academic and clinically based care for nearly 2 million patients each year. The School of Medicine has nearly $600 million in extramural funding, with most of its academic departments highly ranked among all medical schools in the nation in research funding. As one of the seven professional schools that make up the University of Maryland, Baltimore campus, the School of Medicine has a total population of nearly 9,000 faculty and staff, including 2,500 students, trainees, residents, and fellows. The combined School of Medicine and Medical System (“University of Maryland Medicine”) has an annual budget of over $6 billion and an economic impact of nearly $20 billion on the state and local community. The School of Medicine, which ranks as the 8th highest among public medical schools in research productivity (according to the Association of American Medical Colleges profile) is an innovator in translational medicine, with 606 active patents and 52 start-up companies. In the latest U.S. News & World Report ranking of the Best Medical Schools, published in 2023, the UM School of Medicine is ranked #10 among the 92 public medical schools in the U.S., and in the top 16 percent (#32) of all 192 public and private U.S. medical schools. The School of Medicine works locally, nationally, and globally, with research and treatment facilities in 36 countries around the world. Visit medschool.umaryland.edu

About the American College of Surgeons

The American College of Surgeons is a scientific and educational organization of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to raise the standards of surgical practice and improve the quality of care for all surgical patients. The College is dedicated to the ethical and competent practice of surgery. Its achievements have significantly influenced the course of scientific surgery in America and have established it as an important advocate for all surgical patients. The College has approximately 90,000 members and is the largest organization of surgeons in the world. "FACS" designates that a surgeon is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Visit: www.facs.org