b'4 EAST news | 2022 Issue 3Get InvolvedAttend the EAST Annual Scientific AssemblyRegister to attend the 36th EAST Annual Scientific Assembly happening January 17-21, 2023, at Disneys Yacht & Beach Club Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The assembly is EASTs premier educational event and a great opportunity to network with your peers. For a full list of scientific and educational sessions, workshops, short courses, and social events, refer to the Registration page.Network at the No Suit, No Problem EventGeared toward fellows and junior faculty, this popular networking session at the EAST Annual Scientific Assembly will take place January 19, 2023 and is a great way to meet future colleagues and discuss career pathways, research development, and skill sets with leaders in trauma and acute care surgery. Learn more and attend! Learn more and attend!Develop Your Leadership SkillsAttend the Leadership Development Workshop at the EAST Annual Scientific Assembly on January 17, 2023. The workshop will focus on personal leadershiphow individuals define and approach leadership and success from a foundation of knowing themselves, their values, strengths, and communication styles in addition to having knowledge of barriers to success. The knowledge and skills gained from this course can be applied not only at ones own institution, but also at the professional organization level. Learn more and register today. Partner with ResearchersVisit the Research page for opportunities to collaborate with fellow members on research projects through the Multicenter Trials or INVEST-C programs or apply to one of the research scholarships and awards that EAST offers.Participate in the Mentoring ProgramEAST offers a range of mentoring programs and resources that promote the academic and personal growth of early-career trauma and acute care surgeons and guide mid-level physicians towards the next phase of their careers. EAST seeks senior and mid-career professionals to serve as mentors as well as students, residents, junior faculty, and mid-career professionals to apply as mentees. Visit the EAST Mentoring page to learn more.Share Your Speaking and Research InterestsAdd your speaking and research interests to the Speakers Bureau and join the growing list of EAST members who speak at local, national, and international conferences. Need a speaker? Use the directory to find your next presenter.Serve on a Committee or Ad Hoc TaskforceThe work of EASTs Divisions, Committees and Task Forces keeps EAST strong and relevant. The call for volunteers is conducted annually each summer. Look for the email notification and choose a topic that fits your interests. Complete the online form by the deadline to be considered for an appointment.'