SSAT Connects serves as a dynamic hub within the Facebook community, uniting members of the Society of Surgery for the Alimentary Tract (SSAT) who share a common interest in leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to advance research, teaching, and patient care within the realm of gastrointestinal surgery. This platform fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and networking opportunities among surgeons, researchers, educators, and healthcare professionals, aiming to harness the transformative potential of AI technologies in the field. By facilitating connections and discussions, SSAT Connects strives to propel innovation, enhance clinical outcomes, and ultimately, optimize the delivery of care for individuals with alimentary tract disorders.