# ASCRS-U: Colorectal Surgery — Colon and Rectal Surgery

> Colorectal surgery educational resource with textbook, exams, videos, and webinars. (iPhone/iPad app by Unbound Medicine, Inc..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ascrs-u-colorectal-surgery/id1598397915 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Unbound Medicine, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/300420400)
- Category: Medical, Health & Fitness
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.91/5 from 191 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 14.0 · 10 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2022-02-28
- Data updated: 2026-08-07
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ascrs-u-colorectal-surgery/id1598397915/reviews.md

## What is ASCRS?

ASCRS U Contains:

THE ASCRS TEXTBOOK OF COLON AND RECTAL SURGERY (4th edition)
One given definition of the word textbook is “a book used as a standard work for the study of a particular subject.” Our collective goal for the fourth edition of The ASCRS Textbook of Colon and Rectal Surgery was to make this volume the standard for the study of colon and rectal surgery, providing a valuable resource for surgeons and health care providers at all stages of their career caring for patients with colorectal disease. This edition provides all newly written chapters, organized around the “pillars” of colorectal disease: perioperative (including endoscopy); anorectal disease; benign disease (including inflammatory bowel disease); malignancy; pelvic floor disorders; and a “miscellaneous” section that covers aspects both inside and beyond the operating room.

CARSEP XI
The Colon and Rectal Surgery Educational Program (CARSEP®) series is one of the most valued educational tools offered by ASCRS. Test your knowledge with this self-assessment exam to prepare for the qualifying examination of the American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery (ABCRS) or to earn continuing medical education (CME) and stay current with the latest practice recommendations.

FUNDAMENTALS OF RECTAL CANCER (FRCS)
To improve rectal cancer outcomes, our patients need us to work together in a standardized multidisciplinary approach to their care. The goal of FRCS is to be a definitive resource for all surgeons who care for rectal cancer patients, to promote high-quality, evidence-based surgical and perioperative care. The program also meets standard 8.1 for NAPRC hospital accreditation and is eligible for CME credit.

VIDEO MENTORSHIP SERIES RECORDINGS
The ASCRS video mentorship series aims to build a community of learners who regularly engage in intraoperative video-based coaching sessions using a learner-contributory moderated format with the goal of sharing operative techniques and improving procedural confidence.

WEBINAR RECORDINGS
Almost 30 webinars covering a variety of topics related to colorectal care. Up to 16 CME credits can be earned. For upcoming live webinars and what will be added here soon, visit the webinar page. 

QUESTION BANK
Practice tests organized around the “pillars” of colorectal disease: perioperative (including endoscopy); anorectal disease; benign disease (including inflammatory bowel disease); malignancy; pelvic floor disorders; and a “miscellaneous” section.

ASCRS TOOLKIT
* Clinical Practice Guidelines
* Pelvic Floor Consensus Statements
* The Best of Annual Meeting Presentations
* QASC

PRIME PUBMED
Quickly search journal articles from the PubMed database on your smartphone and tablet. Results contain abstracts, citations, and links to available full text articles that can be read on device and shared with classmates and colleagues. Additionally, Prime PubMed contains Grapherence®, an exclusive way to visually explore interrelationships and relevance in the medical literature. 

Features of ASCRS U:
* Advance searches of the medical literature
* Links to relevant PubMed articles
* Full text search helps find topics fast
* Custom notes and highlighting within entries
* “Favorites” for bookmarking important topics

PUBLISHER:  American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons

POWERED BY: Unbound Medicine, Inc

## Key features

- ASCRS Textbook of Colon and Rectal Surgery
- CARSEP XI self-assessment exam
- Fundamentals of Rectal Cancer (FRCS) resource
- Video mentorship series recordings
- Webinar recordings
- Question bank
- ASCRS Toolkit (guidelines, statements, presentations)

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ascrs-u-colorectal-surgery/id1598397915/reviews.md

### 5/5 — As above

*2026-03-19, version 1.8*

Excellent resource. Thank you

### 5/5 — AscrsU

*2022-04-16, version 1.1*

Convenient, up-to-date, portable, and useful.   
Great for trainees as well as established surgeons.

### 5/5 — ASCRS U

*2022-04-09, version 1.1*

I best innovation in decades

## Frequently asked questions about ASCRS

### What is ASCRS-U: Colorectal Surgery?

ASCRS-U is a comprehensive mobile application designed as an educational resource for colon and rectal surgery. It offers a wealth of information including the ASCRS Textbook, self-assessment exams, video mentorship, webinars, and a question bank to support learning and professional development in the field.

### What are the key features of this app?

Key features include the full ASCRS Textbook of Colon and Rectal Surgery, the CARSEP XI self-assessment exam for board preparation and CME, the Fundamentals of Rectal Cancer (FRCS) resource, recordings from the video mentorship series and webinars, a question bank organized by disease pillars, and the ASCRS Toolkit containing clinical guidelines and consensus statements.

### How much does ASCRS-U: Colorectal Surgery cost?

The provided information indicates that the app is free to download and use, but it does have in-app purchases. This suggests that while the core app is accessible, certain content or features may require separate purchase.

### Who is the target audience for this app?

This application is intended for surgeons and healthcare providers who are at any stage of their career and are involved in the care of patients with colorectal disease. It serves as a valuable resource for both learning and staying current with best practices.

### Can I earn CME credits with this app?

Yes, the app offers opportunities to earn Continuing Medical Education (CME) credits. Specifically, the CARSEP XI self-assessment exam and the webinar recordings are noted as eligible for CME credit, helping users maintain their professional certifications.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.8 — 2025-12-17

Updated the app information to be in compliance with the latest regulatory changes.

### 1.7 — 2025-12-02

* Video playback issue resolved. CME viewing and credit workflows are restored.

If you have any questions or feedback, please reach out to the Unbound Medicine support team.

### 1.6 — 2025-10-28

* Enhanced Favorites Tab: Improved experience for iPad users—your Favorites now display more reliably, even after closing and reopening the app.
* Performance Improvements: Bug fixes and updates ensure seamless compatibility with the latest iOS version.

Have questions or feedback? Contact the Unbound Support team.

### 1.5 — 2025-09-28

* Performance upgrades for the latest operating system, iOS 26, including compatibility with Liquid Glass.
* ASCRS Community Request: Scroll position is preserved in the record when the app is closed and reopened. 

If you have any questions or feedback, please reach out to the Unbound Medicine support team.

### 1.4 — 2024-08-05

* Improved performance for faster access to critical medical information. 

If you have any questions or feedback, please reach out to the Unbound Medicine support team.

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