In January 2020, following the successful ATLS Albania promulgation course in Athens, Greece, the Albanian Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery (ASTES) convened a post‑training meeting to celebrate our new cadre of ATLS-certified surgeons and lay the groundwork for the first ATLS course to be held in Albania. 1. Awarding ATLS Provider and Instructor CertificatesDuring the meeting, ATLS provider and instructor certificates were formally presented to all participants who passed the rigorous ACS examination. Each certificate bears a unique ID registered in the American College of Surgeons (ACS) system, ensuring global recognition—valid in over 80 countries. This milestone not only

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On December 6, 2018, the Albanian Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery (ASTES) and the American College of Surgeons (ACS) formalized a landmark partnership to bring the internationally-accredited Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) course to Albania. The memorandum of understanding was signed by ASTES President, Assoc. Prof. Agron Dogjani, MD, PhD, FACS, FISS, and ACS Region XV Chief, Andrew Baker, MD, PhD, FACS. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in enhancing trauma care education and ultimately improving patient outcomes across our country. 1. A Partnership to Elevate Trauma CareThe ATLS course, a patented program of the ACS, has trained

We are pleased to announce that abstract submission for the 3rd Annual Albanian Congress of Trauma and Emergency Surgery (ACTES 2019) will officially open on February 1, 2019. This is your opportunity to contribute to a dynamic scientific program that brings together leading experts, clinicians, and trainees in trauma and emergency surgery from across Albania and the region. Key Information Who Should Submit?We welcome abstracts on a broad range of topics, including but not limited to: Both original research and case reports will be considered. Residents, fellows, and early-career surgeons are especially encouraged to showcase their work. How to Submit

On October 26, 2018 at 15:00, the Albanian Society for Trauma and Emergency Surgery (ASTES) convened its General Assembly in Ohrid, Macedonia, immediately following the resounding success of the 2nd Annual Albanian Congress of Trauma and Emergency Surgery. Under the leadership of our President, Mr. Agron Dogjani, the meeting brought together the full executive board and engaged members to reflect on the past year’s strides and chart the path forward. 1. Reflecting on ASTES Activity (ACTES 2017–2018)The assembly opened with a comprehensive evaluation of ASTES’ initiatives since the 1st Annual Congress in 2017. Members praised the expanding reach of our