Association of Surgical Technologists

10/28/2025

AST's Workforce Toolkit is here to keep your skills alive and thriving!

From career resources to development tools, you’ll find everything you need to face any challenge lurking in the OR.

No tricks! Just professional treats waiting for you, on our website! Visit https://www.ast.org/AboutUs/Workforce_Resources/

10/23/2025

In the October edition of The Surgical Technologist, AST's Vice President, Dustin Cain, shares how FFST empowers students, educators, military members, and mission volunteers through scholarships and recognition. Learn more about the Foundation for Surgical Technology, and its impact by reading his article: https://www.ast.org/Publications/The_Surgical_Technologist/

10/21/2025

The Constellation Awards, presented by the Foundation for Surgical Technology, celebrate the educators who shape and inspire the next generation of surgical technologists. These awards recognize excellence at three stages: rising stars, guiding stars, and veteran stars.

Surgical technologist educators don’t just teach skills, they build confidence, sharpen critical thinking, and guide future CSTs toward excellence in the OR.

Each award, valued at $1,000, will include a registration for the AST Educators Conference in February and monetary support. Nominate yourself or someone else by December 1. Apply at http://ffst.org/scholarships/constellation-awards/

10/13/2025

AST is proud to sponsor a medical mission trip with Hearts in Motion, January 30 – February 8, 2026! This opportunity will bring CSTs together to support gynecology and general surgeries in Guatemala, helping patients and changing lives.

Applications close Monday, October 20, a week from today. Don’t wait!
Team members are responsible for their airfare and personal expenses.

Once selected, volunteers will receive next steps and travel details from the AST Medical Missions & Outreach Committee and Hearts in Motion.

Put your skills to work where they’re needed most, apply now: https://ffst.formstack.com/forms/ast_sponsored_medical_mission_guatemala

10/10/2025

Behind every successful surgery is a focused, dedicated CST, and even the strongest techs need to recharge. Mental health in the OR matters just as much as precision and teamwork.

Pause. Breathe. Check in with yourself and your team. Taking care of your mind is part of taking care of your patients.

09/28/2025

Thank you to everyone who made this National Surgical Technologists week even better than the last! Each and every one of you bring something special to the OR. To end off this week, let us know what your essential source of caffeine is. Do you prefer tea or coffee? Maybe you're a fan of soda? Or maybe you prefer a "Grande Iced Half-Caff Caramel Mocha Latte with Oat Milk, Two Pumps of Vanilla, Light Whip, and Extra Caramel Drizzle". Whatever your go-to is, we want to know! Comment below!

09/27/2025

Happy Tech Week everyone! Continuing the celebration, we want to know: what’s your essential instrument in the OR? The one you can’t imagine doing a case without, or the tool you always reach for during a tough procedure. Comment your go-to instruments below!

09/26/2025

Here's the last round of this-or-that! Comment your answers below! And thanks for playing!

09/26/2025

Happy Tech Week everyone! Let’s talk essentials, what’s your essential scrub hat? The one you know will get you through even the longest cases. Comment your favorites below!

09/26/2025

We hope you've had a great week Gwinnett Technical College Surgical Technology Program!

Happy Surgical Technologists Week from our freshman and senior classes at Gwinnett Technical College!
Association of Surgical Technologists The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting ARC/STSA

09/25/2025

Incoming: round 3 of this-or-that! Comment your answers below!

09/25/2025

Happy Tech Week everyone! We all know the right shoes are essential in the OR. What’s your go-to pair that keeps you comfortable through long cases? Clogs, sneakers, or a favorite brand? Share your essentials below!