The 2024 Royal Australasian College of Surgeons Annual Scientific Congress (RACS ASC) focused on the theme "Responsibility of a Surgeon". It explored the critical roles surgeons play within the surgical system and broader healthcare community, emphasizing ethical considerations, decision-making, and patient-centered care. The event enhanced the understanding of a surgeon's duties and impact on elevating surgical practice standards. It was held at the Te Pae Christchurch Convention Centre from May 6 to 10, 2024​ (RACS ASC 2024)​.

 Dr Peter Chin, ASBD president, (TAURANGA, AOTEAROA NEW ZEALAND) presented the BreastSurgANZ keynote lecture "Navigating the Oncoplastic Multiverse: from Radical to Real World."