The Association of Pediatric Surgery Training Program Directors (APSTPD) is comprised of the heads of all the ACGME-accredited pediatric surgery programs in North America.
APSTPD Leadership
KuoJen Tsao, MD – President
McGovern Medical School at UTHealth,
Houston, TX
[email protected]
Mark Mazziotti, MD – Secretary
Texas Children’s Hospital,
Baylor College of Medicine
Houston, TX
[email protected]
Upcoming APSTPD Events
Spring 2025 Meeting
Tuesday, May 6th, 1-5 PM ET
The Fairmont Queen Elizabeth
Montreal, Canada
Open Fellowship Positions
Search for a pediatric surgical program or position to help in your quest to make a big difference in young lives.
Numerous positions listed for:
2025 Fellowship Interview Dates
Additional Resources
- PedSurg Resource – your FREE pediatric surgical resource
- Strategies for Equity in Pediatric Surgery Fellow Selection
Available Events
Pediatric Surgery Fellows Neonatal Minimally Invasive Course
May 10-11, 2025
Montreal, Canada
2025 APSTPD Scholars of Inclusive Excellence Program
The Association of Pediatric Surgery Training Program Directors (APSTPD) has created a Scholars of Inclusive Excellence Program to encourage General Surgery Residents with a diversity of backgrounds and experiences to consider a career in Pediatric Surgery. This is aimed at 1st and 2nd year General Surgery residents who might not be training in a program with consistent mentorship from Pediatric Surgeons.
2025 Scholars of Inclusive Excellence Program Application
2024 Winners
Dr. Shanquell M. Dixon
PGY 2 General Surgery Resident
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Dr. Abdimajid Mohamed
PGY 2 General Surgery Resident
Boston Medical Center
2023 Winners
Dr. Jessica Santos-Parker
Dr. Kevin Mutore
Resources for APSTPD Directors
Literature & Publications
Helpful resources include a variety of literature and publications produced by APSA committees.
STEPS Toolbox
The STEPS Toolbox slide presentations for senior faculty and senior residents to use for teaching medical students and junior residents
Critical Care Syllabus and Study Guide
Find infomration and tops from the APSA Surgical Critical Care Committee in the Critical Care Syllabus and Study Guide (PDF).
