It is with great pleasure that I would like to invite you to the 58th Annual Convention of the Puerto Rico Chapter of the American College of Surgeons. I know that the scientific program will be of interest to the participants. The conference will feature world renowned speakers, and for your further enjoyment the social schedule will allow our guests to flavor Puerto Rico hospitality at its best. The convention will be held in the newly renovated Hotel La Concha in the Condado area of San Juan. We are expecting the participation of Surgeons from all over the island as well as from the mainland United States and other countries. As you must know the weather is fantastic at this time of year and the beach at the hotel is wonderful. Hope to see and meet you at this years convention. Ricardo López Martínez, MD, FACS President 2007