Kentucky State Assembly of the Association of Surgical Technologists

04/16/2024

The comprehensive certification exam review saw a good turnout, thanks to all the schools, students, and instructors who came.

04/15/2024

Somerset Community College takes home the win in the Chris Keegan Memorial Scrub Bowl!

04/06/2024

Looking forward to seeing you in Louisville April 12 & April 13 for Spring Conference.

https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/kentucky/ksa-spring-conference

03/31/2024

Don’t Forget to Register for Spring Conference.

Crowne Plaza Louisville Airport Expo Center, an IHG Hotel 830 Phillips Lane Louisville, Kentucky 40209.

The conference will be held April 12 & 13, 2024.

https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/kentucky/ksa-spring-conference

03/31/2024

Happy Easter

03/24/2024

Who will win Chris Keegan Memorial Scrub Bowl this year? Can’t wait to see you April 12, 2024. Cincinnati State won 2023.

https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/kentucky/ksa-spring-conference

03/19/2024

Make sure you register for Kentucky State Assembly of AST spring conference. We are looking forward to seeing you.

https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/kentucky/ksa-spring-conference

03/12/2024

Take Advantage of Early-Bird Pricing for the 2024 AST Surgical Technology Conference!


The time to register for AST's National Surgical Technology Conference is now! Take advantage of the early-bird pricing that runs through Friday March 15!

Join us in Denver for the upcoming 2024 AST Surgical Technology Conference from May 30 to June 1, 2024.

02/09/2024

Conference registration is now open for Denver, Colorado on May 30 - June 1. Join as everyone comes together to promote the surgical technology profession and highlight the latest and greatest surgical techniques. Meet new friends while learning advanced technology.

Register here: https://web.cvent.com/event/52757fec-8195-46f0-af1d-d05f81fb514e/summary?locale=en-US

05/18/2023

Less than a week away! We are looking forward to seeing you in Chicago!!

05/01/2023

Congratulations to Cininnati State on winning Chris Keegan Memorial Scrub Bowl!! Thanks to all the schools, students, and instructors who came for comprehensive certification exam review.

05/01/2023

24 days till AST Surgical Technology Conference in Chicago. Who’s coming this year?

05/01/2023

Wanted to introduce you to the new board and congratulate them!! Congratulations to our new Board Members !!

President Vice President
Aaron Morris James Colyer

Secretary Treasurer
Travis Harrison Stephanie Smith

Board of Directors:
Zara Basham
Cameron Pellicore
Rewa Gardner
Heather Cantrell
Roxane McNabb

05/04/2022

Make a difference!

Make a difference in a child’s life. Apply for an AST-Sponsored Mission Trip by May 31!
https://bit.ly/3sa4tnI

09/29/2021

Dear KSA of AST Members,
Kentucky State Assembly of AST will host its annual KSA Fall Meeting, this meeting will take place at The Galt House Hotel 140 N Fourth St, Louisville, KY 40202 offering 8 CEs, including 3 advanced CEs. The meeting will be held October 1st and 2nd 2021
Please bring a friend, be a member and grow your state assembly for the future. We need some new leaders! Elections will be held, and every office is up for election, so please consider running for office and speaking to others about getting involved.
Delegates for the June 2-4, 2022, AST National Conference in New Orleans will also be elected.
Please see the attached flyer regarding meeting details and registration information
You will need to register via PayPal so please follow the process below.
1) You will need to go to Kentucky State Assembly webpage (http://ky.ast.org/). Click Register Now and complete the Registration form
Please follow Kentucky State Assembly of the Association of Surgical Technologists Facebook site and website http://ky.ast.org/
Cordially and sincerely,
Rebekah Travis CST, FAST
Kentucky State Assembly President
Kevin Craycraft CST, FAST
Kentucky State Assembly Vice President
AST President

09/26/2021

https://www.medicaltechnologyschools.com/surgical-technologist/fight-for-professional-licensure

The Association of Surgical Technologists is advocating for states to pass laws requiring all surgical technologists to achieve professional credentialing.

09/20/2021

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09/19/2021

Dear KSA of AST Members,
Kentucky State Assembly of AST will host its annual KSA Fall Meeting, this meeting will take place at The Galt House Hotel 140 N Fourth St, Louisville, KY 40202 offering 8 CEs, including 3 advanced CEs. The meeting will be held October 1st and 2nd 2021

Please bring a friend, be a member and grow your state assembly for the future. We need some new leaders! Elections will be held, and every office is up for election, so please consider running for office and speaking to others about getting involved.

Delegates for the June 2-4, 2022, AST National Conference in New Orleans will also be elected.

Please see the attached flyer regarding meeting details and registration information

You will need to register via PayPal so please follow the process below.
1) You will need to go to Kentucky State Assembly webpage (http://ky.ast.org/). Click Register Now and complete the Registration form

Please follow Kentucky State Assembly of the Association of Surgical Technologists Facebook site and website http://ky.ast.org/

Cordially and sincerely,

Rebekah Travis CST, FAST
Kentucky State Assembly President

Kevin Craycraft CST, FAST
Kentucky State Assembly Vice President
AST President

09/08/2021

Save the date!
KSA Fall annual meeting and elections.

OCTOBER 1ST AND 2ND.

More details coming soon!

07/17/2021

Here is a opportunity to give back to your community.

Here at Surgery on Sunday we have an incredible group of volunteers! We have many different types of volunteer opportunities depending on your strengths. However, we are currently looking to fill some specific surgery roles if you or someone you know might have interest!

Please tag any of your friends that are in the healthcare field to share this opportunity with them!

For more information or to submit your application: https://www.surgeryonsunday.org/volunteer.