Association of Women Surgeons
Student Organizations Cleveland
Our Mission
AWS is a not-for-profit educational and professional organization whose mission is to inspire, encourage, and enable women surgeons to realize their professional and personal goals.
Officers, 2026-2027
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| President | Jessica Megown |
| Vice President | Alyssa Sheridan |
| Treasurer | Cameron Morrison |
| Secretary | Jamie Teed |
| Advisor | Caitlin C. Finelli, D.O. |
Dues: $30 Annually
Services Provided
The Association of Women Surgeons work to support women in all phases of their journey to become a surgeon and thereafter.
Tentative Schedule for 2026-2027
Events for the Past we would like to continue to host:
- Surgery & Slices Mixer Social event with all the other surgery clubs on campus to mingle over pizza.
- Invite resident surgeons and surgeons to further network and discuss future career paths. AWS, ACOS, and SAOAO
- Surgery Rotations preparation meeting with Dr. Finelli Meet with Dr. Finelli over teams with a shared Powerpoint and some resources about how to stand out during surgery rotations.
- Gown, Glove and Scrub Clinic with Dr. FInelli Dr. Finelli teaches proper scrub technique at the fourth floor scrub sinks.
- Tubes, Lines and Drains Clinic Dr. Finelli teaches us how to manage different drains and lines.
New Ideas we would like to incorporate:
- Neurosurgeon mentor with young children to speak about the work-life balance and ability to be a great mom AND a great surgeon.
- Case introductions presented by a trauma surgeon.
Finances: The $30 fee covers the suture kit cost and other expenses. If we need, we were hoping to plan a bake sale or chocolate bar fundraiser to raise money.