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Illinois Surgical Conference 2026 »
The Illinois Surgical Conference (ISC) is now accepting abstracts from residents throughout Illinois for its Founders’ Competition.
ISQIC with the Illinois Chapter of the ACS, the Metropolitan Chicago Chapter of the ACS, the Illinois Surgical Society and the Chicago Surgical Society will host the 7th annual event on April 10-11, 2026, in Chicago, IL. We are looking for residents and fellows to be a part of this conference to share your extraordinary work with colleagues from other Illinois hospitals. The ISC is a great forum to submit your abstracts for greater statewide visibility. Deadline for abstracts submission is February 15, 2026. Please see the conference details in link below. Cash prizes will be awarded for best presentations. Awards will be announced before the close of the conference.
New ISQIC Publications »
ISQIC Research Spotlight: Two New Publications Driving Surgical Quality Improvement
We are proud to share two recent publications from ISQIC collaborators that showcase the power of collaborative research and quality improvement in surgical care:
“Failure Mode Effects Analysis of Re-triage of Injured Patients to Receiving High-Level Illinois Trauma Centers”
Published in Annals of Surgery, this study uses Failure Mode Effects Analysis (FMEA) to identify critical vulnerabilities in the re-triage process for trauma patients across Illinois. The findings offer actionable strategies to enhance trauma system performance and patient outcomes. Read Article
“A Mixed-Methods Evaluation of a Collaborative-Wide Quality Improvement Project to Improve Post Discharge Venous Thromboembolism Chemoprophylaxis After Abdominopelvic Cancer Surgery”
Published in Annals of Surgery Open, this study evaluates the impact of an ISQIC-led quality improvement initiative aimed at increasing adherence to post discharge VTE chemoprophylaxis guidelines. The project led to a significant increase in adherence rates and identified key barriers and facilitators across hospitals, offering a roadmap for future targeted interventions. Read Article
These publications reflect ISQIC’s continued commitment to advancing evidence-based practices and improving surgical outcomes across Illinois and beyond. To view the full list of ISQIC research over the years click the link below.
ACS Invites ISQIC Members to Showcase QI Work »
Looking to share your quality improvement (QI) work with a larger audience. As a member of ISQIC, the American College of Surgeons invites you to submit your QI projects as part of their Case Study Repository, a centralized platform of QI projects implemented by participants.
Why Choose ISQIC? »
Committed to enhancing the quality of surgical care across the state, our collaborative works together with Illinois hospitals to drive positive change. By leveraging customized toolkits, mentoring, and collaborative meetings, we empower our members to make a lasting impact on patient-centered, high-quality surgical outcomes.
ISQIC means being part of a community committed to improving surgical care. Explore our opportunities and how to become a member.
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Join the ISQIC Steering Committee »
Are you an ISQIC member passionate about improving surgical care and wanting to do more in shaping the future of the collaborative in Illinois.
The Steering Committee is responsible for providing strategic direction, oversight, and support for the collaborative’s activities and goals. It plays a crucial role in in guiding ISQIC’s mission and activities. We have many positions opened. Learn more about the committee and what roles are available.
ISQIC Strategic Planning Presentation »
As ISQIC continues to evolve through its shared learnings. We look forward to our continued success with hospitals across Illinois, we stand ready to tackle new challenges and foster a healthier Illinois.
Learn more about our strategic plans and vision for the collaborative’s future.