The Surgery Interest Group (SIG), operating under the Medical Students’ Association at Alfaisal University and affiliated with King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre (KFSHRC), is a student-led initiative dedicated to providing unparalleled educational, hands-on, and research opportunities for students passionate about surgery.

Guided by a diverse and esteemed network of surgeons on the Advisory and Mentorship Board from across the globe, SIG is leading efforts to empower aspiring surgeons through mentorship, skill-building workshops, and cutting-edge research collaborations in the Kingdom. Recently, SIG achieved a historic milestone as the first SIG in the Middle East to earn accreditation from the prestigious American College of Surgeons (ACS) and formalized its commitment to surgical education by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the ACS Saudi Chapter.

In under two years, SIG has organized over 45 events, initiated more than 25 research projects, and attracted a global audience of over 7,000 participants. Through its multiple departments and initiatives, SIG continues to inspire and develop the next generation of surgical leaders.