MD vs. FACS: Medical Degree vs. Surgical Fellowship Distinction

MD (Doctor of Medicine)

• Professional degree after medical school + licensing exams.
• Qualifies for medical practice, surgery, prescribing.

FACS (Fellow of the American College of Surgeons)

• Prestigious designation for surgeons demonstrating exceptional skill, experience, ethics.
• Requires accredited surgical residency, comprehensive exams, ongoing education.
• Recognizes high-level surgical expertise and commitment to quality care.

Summary: MD = license to practice medicine; FACS = elite surgical distinction.