Decorated surgical oncologist Dr. Sabha Ganai specializes in gastrointestinal malignancies and peritoneal carcinomatosis. Dr. Sabha Ganai is a respected fellow of the American College of Surgeons (ACS).
The letters “FACS” following a surgeon’s name means that this doctor possesses the education, training, professional qualification and competence, and ethical standards required of a fellow. It also means that they have passed the rigorous evaluation process of fellowship and were found to be consistent with the demands of the standards of the college.
The FACS applicant must have graduated from a medical school recognized by the ACS. They must be certified by the American Surgical Specialty Board of a particular specialty practice. They must also possess an unrestricted license to practice their specialty in their state, and not have any pending reportable action that can adversely affect the status of their license.
After completing formal training and prior to the submission of their application, the applicant must have completed a minimum of one year of experience in the practice of surgery in their current location and be currently appointed as a surgical staff member in a primary hospital that will establish their specialization. They must also not have any pending reportable action that can adversely affect their appointment in that or another healthcare facility.
Based on the information taken from fellows listed by the applicant as references, ACS will determine the applicant’s ethical fitness and professional proficiency. Also, the applicant must have an interest in the pursuit of professional excellence as an individual surgeon or as part of a surgical community.
Dr. Sabha Ganai 