The Society of Thoracic Surgeons
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Advancing cardiothoracic surgeons' delivery of high-quality patient care.
In the latest Same Surgeon, Different Light, Drs. Cherie Erkmen and Sara Pereira talk with Dr. Kazuhiro Yasufuku about his training in Japan and North America, advancing EBUS into a global standard, and driving innovation in technology & patient-centered care. https://ow.ly/re6K50YVb9a
May 9, 2026 at 10:01 PM
In the latest Same Surgeon, Different Light, Drs. Cherie Erkmen and Sara Pereira talk with Dr. Kazuhiro Yasufuku about his training in Japan and North America, advancing EBUS into a global standard, and driving innovation in technology & patient-centered care. https://ow.ly/re6K50YVb9a
New #thinkingthoracic episode: René Petersen, MD, of Copenhagen University Hospital, discusses the latest developments in ERAS protocols—and what they mean for thoracic surgery today. https://ow.ly/5moQ50YS4IO
May 3, 2026 at 10:01 PM
New #thinkingthoracic episode: René Petersen, MD, of Copenhagen University Hospital, discusses the latest developments in ERAS protocols—and what they mean for thoracic surgery today. https://ow.ly/5moQ50YS4IO
Surgeons are leaders, but most never get formal leadership training. Learn how better communication, delegation, and team investment can improve performance and patient care in this STS Career Development blog by J. Trent Magruder, MD. https://ow.ly/cSIQ50YNAST
April 28, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Surgeons are leaders, but most never get formal leadership training. Learn how better communication, delegation, and team investment can improve performance and patient care in this STS Career Development blog by J. Trent Magruder, MD. https://ow.ly/cSIQ50YNAST
Abstract submissions are now open for CVT critical care and ERAS poster presentations.
Share your original research and innovations with the field. Abstracts must not have been published in full manuscript form elsewhere.
Submit by Wednesday, May 20. https://ow.ly/yl0150YIXAG
Share your original research and innovations with the field. Abstracts must not have been published in full manuscript form elsewhere.
Submit by Wednesday, May 20. https://ow.ly/yl0150YIXAG
April 27, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Abstract submissions are now open for CVT critical care and ERAS poster presentations.
Share your original research and innovations with the field. Abstracts must not have been published in full manuscript form elsewhere.
Submit by Wednesday, May 20. https://ow.ly/yl0150YIXAG
Share your original research and innovations with the field. Abstracts must not have been published in full manuscript form elsewhere.
Submit by Wednesday, May 20. https://ow.ly/yl0150YIXAG
Advance your #CTsurgery knowledge with STS OnDemand.
Access 600+ hours of expert-led sessions, surgical videos, webinars, and more—anytime, anywhere.
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Access 600+ hours of expert-led sessions, surgical videos, webinars, and more—anytime, anywhere.
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April 24, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Advance your #CTsurgery knowledge with STS OnDemand.
Access 600+ hours of expert-led sessions, surgical videos, webinars, and more—anytime, anywhere.
ondemand.sts.org?utm_source=b...
Access 600+ hours of expert-led sessions, surgical videos, webinars, and more—anytime, anywhere.
ondemand.sts.org?utm_source=b...
In the latest Same Surgeon, Different Light, Drs. Sara Pereira and Cherie Erkmen talk with Dr. Stephanie Chang about how her childhood dream of teaching led to a career in surgery, performing NYU’s first fully robotic lung transplant. https://ow.ly/4Uif50YNAyP
April 22, 2026 at 10:01 PM
In the latest Same Surgeon, Different Light, Drs. Sara Pereira and Cherie Erkmen talk with Dr. Stephanie Chang about how her childhood dream of teaching led to a career in surgery, performing NYU’s first fully robotic lung transplant. https://ow.ly/4Uif50YNAyP
STS President Dr. Vinay Badhwar shares highlights from Washington, DC, where members brought priorities to policymakers at the 2026 STS Advocacy Conference—shaping the future of the CT specialty. Excellence. Evidence. Impact. #CTsurgery
April 16, 2026 at 10:02 PM
STS President Dr. Vinay Badhwar shares highlights from Washington, DC, where members brought priorities to policymakers at the 2026 STS Advocacy Conference—shaping the future of the CT specialty. Excellence. Evidence. Impact. #CTsurgery
The premiere episode of The Resilient Surgeon is here! New host Dr. Melanie Edwards kicks off a “Live from #STS2026 episode with Drs. Jamie & Ross Ungerleider, exploring surgeon wellness & the unique challenges faced by their spouses. Listen now! https://ow.ly/O2Ea50YITYo
April 15, 2026 at 4:02 PM
The premiere episode of The Resilient Surgeon is here! New host Dr. Melanie Edwards kicks off a “Live from #STS2026 episode with Drs. Jamie & Ross Ungerleider, exploring surgeon wellness & the unique challenges faced by their spouses. Listen now! https://ow.ly/O2Ea50YITYo
STS is leading in digital learning! Dr. S. Adil Husain, Chair of the Council on Education, introduces STS OnDemand—your one-stop hub for the best STS educational resources. #CTsurgery
April 14, 2026 at 10:02 PM
STS is leading in digital learning! Dr. S. Adil Husain, Chair of the Council on Education, introduces STS OnDemand—your one-stop hub for the best STS educational resources. #CTsurgery
April is #StressAwarenessMonth. Learn to identify the signs of burnout, stress & exhaustion, and how to address them. Free and exclusive for STS Members - register at https://ow.ly/9vL950YFSyt
#STSwellness #BeYourBestSelf
#STSwellness #BeYourBestSelf
April 13, 2026 at 4:01 PM
April is #StressAwarenessMonth. Learn to identify the signs of burnout, stress & exhaustion, and how to address them. Free and exclusive for STS Members - register at https://ow.ly/9vL950YFSyt
#STSwellness #BeYourBestSelf
#STSwellness #BeYourBestSelf
Learn intra-operative strategies and improved decision-making during high-risk cardiac surgery cases - how to reduce bleeding, improve closure, and more. Sponsored by Johnson & Johnson MedTech. Register for free at https://ow.ly/RHRn50YFfU8
April 9, 2026 at 6:01 PM
Learn intra-operative strategies and improved decision-making during high-risk cardiac surgery cases - how to reduce bleeding, improve closure, and more. Sponsored by Johnson & Johnson MedTech. Register for free at https://ow.ly/RHRn50YFfU8
New Thinking Thoracic episode: Dr. J.W. Awori Hayanga discusses his Annals of Thoracic Surgery study on LVRS in end-stage emphysema and why it may offer improved survival in selected patients. Listen today. https://ow.ly/PHlE50YF3x1
April 8, 2026 at 2:01 PM
New Thinking Thoracic episode: Dr. J.W. Awori Hayanga discusses his Annals of Thoracic Surgery study on LVRS in end-stage emphysema and why it may offer improved survival in selected patients. Listen today. https://ow.ly/PHlE50YF3x1
Dr. Ram Kumar Subramanyan, Chair of the Council on Quality and Research, shares updates and enhancements to the STS Research & Analytic Center aimed at advancing quality improvement. #CTsurgery
April 7, 2026 at 8:03 PM
Dr. Ram Kumar Subramanyan, Chair of the Council on Quality and Research, shares updates and enhancements to the STS Research & Analytic Center aimed at advancing quality improvement. #CTsurgery
Season 6 of The Resilient Surgeon launches April 7! New host Dr. Melanie Edwards brings insights on mental focus, leadership, & team dynamics from top experts & bestselling authors. #CTsurgery
April 1, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Season 6 of The Resilient Surgeon launches April 7! New host Dr. Melanie Edwards brings insights on mental focus, leadership, & team dynamics from top experts & bestselling authors. #CTsurgery
🎙️ In newest Same Surgeon, Different Light episode, Drs. Sara Pereira and Cherie Erkmen talk with Dr. Gianluigi Bisleri about his journey from Italy, his early love of music, and his leadership in advancing minimally invasive valve and AFib surgery across Europe and Canada.
https://ow.ly/zAlm50Yy9fJ
https://ow.ly/zAlm50Yy9fJ
March 30, 2026 at 4:01 PM
🎙️ In newest Same Surgeon, Different Light episode, Drs. Sara Pereira and Cherie Erkmen talk with Dr. Gianluigi Bisleri about his journey from Italy, his early love of music, and his leadership in advancing minimally invasive valve and AFib surgery across Europe and Canada.
https://ow.ly/zAlm50Yy9fJ
https://ow.ly/zAlm50Yy9fJ
Beyond technical excellence, Sahar Saddoughi, MD, says advancement increasingly relies on leadership and a strong academic narrative that shows impact beyond the OR. What do you think it takes to get promoted in CT surgery? https://ow.ly/bIVn50Yy8Qt #CTcareers
March 26, 2026 at 3:01 PM
Beyond technical excellence, Sahar Saddoughi, MD, says advancement increasingly relies on leadership and a strong academic narrative that shows impact beyond the OR. What do you think it takes to get promoted in CT surgery? https://ow.ly/bIVn50Yy8Qt #CTcareers
STS President Dr. Vinay Badhwar shares updates from recent meetings in Japan and India—strengthening global partnerships, advancing patient care, and supporting the next generation of cardiothoracic surgeons. Excellence. Evidence. Impact. #CTsurgery
March 19, 2026 at 11:02 PM
STS President Dr. Vinay Badhwar shares updates from recent meetings in Japan and India—strengthening global partnerships, advancing patient care, and supporting the next generation of cardiothoracic surgeons. Excellence. Evidence. Impact. #CTsurgery
Mentorship can change everything. Hear cardiothoracic surgery resident and STS Mentorship Program participant Catherine Stauber, MD, share how mentorship is helping medical students and early trainees see a future in the specialty. #STS2026 #CTSurgery
March 17, 2026 at 3:03 PM
Mentorship can change everything. Hear cardiothoracic surgery resident and STS Mentorship Program participant Catherine Stauber, MD, share how mentorship is helping medical students and early trainees see a future in the specialty. #STS2026 #CTSurgery
Don’t miss next week’s STS X/TweetChat on why getting involved in surgical societies matters. Join the conversation on March 18 at 8 p.m. ET with Dr. Joseph Phillips and surgeons from across the country using #CTCareers.
March 11, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Don’t miss next week’s STS X/TweetChat on why getting involved in surgical societies matters. Join the conversation on March 18 at 8 p.m. ET with Dr. Joseph Phillips and surgeons from across the country using #CTCareers.
Season 2 of Thinking Thoracic is here! Cohosts Drs. Erin Gillaspie, Hari Keshava, Jeff Yang & Jane Yanagawa cover the latest thoracic surgery research live from #STS2026 in New Orleans. Subscribe to Thinking Thoracic on your favorite podcast platform and stay informed.
https://ow.ly/TLkI50YrXRi
https://ow.ly/TLkI50YrXRi
March 11, 2026 at 1:01 AM
Season 2 of Thinking Thoracic is here! Cohosts Drs. Erin Gillaspie, Hari Keshava, Jeff Yang & Jane Yanagawa cover the latest thoracic surgery research live from #STS2026 in New Orleans. Subscribe to Thinking Thoracic on your favorite podcast platform and stay informed.
https://ow.ly/TLkI50YrXRi
https://ow.ly/TLkI50YrXRi
As we mark #InternationalWomensDay we’re proud to look back on honoring the 2026 Nina Starr Braunwald Extraordinary Women in Cardiothoracic Award recipients — Drs. Rosemary Kelly, Emily Farkas, and Carolyn Jones.
#STS2026 #CTSurgery #WomenInThoracic
#STS2026 #CTSurgery #WomenInThoracic
March 8, 2026 at 3:03 PM
As we mark #InternationalWomensDay we’re proud to look back on honoring the 2026 Nina Starr Braunwald Extraordinary Women in Cardiothoracic Award recipients — Drs. Rosemary Kelly, Emily Farkas, and Carolyn Jones.
#STS2026 #CTSurgery #WomenInThoracic
#STS2026 #CTSurgery #WomenInThoracic
#STSwellness session on March 10 explores the challenges of balancing parenthood with a thriving career in #CTsurgery. STS members: register today! https://ow.ly/45jJ50YphG4
March 5, 2026 at 5:01 PM
#STSwellness session on March 10 explores the challenges of balancing parenthood with a thriving career in #CTsurgery. STS members: register today! https://ow.ly/45jJ50YphG4
We’re excited to begin Season 6 of Same Surgeon, Different Light with the “Live from #STS2026 episode! Host Dr. Sara Pereira, co-host Dr. Fatima Wilder, & guest Dr. Doug Wood discuss his journey from a Michigan farm to Harvard champion rower to lung cancer surgery leader. https://ow.ly/Rw4450Yphvu
March 4, 2026 at 10:01 PM
We’re excited to begin Season 6 of Same Surgeon, Different Light with the “Live from #STS2026 episode! Host Dr. Sara Pereira, co-host Dr. Fatima Wilder, & guest Dr. Doug Wood discuss his journey from a Michigan farm to Harvard champion rower to lung cancer surgery leader. https://ow.ly/Rw4450Yphvu
It's #AmericanHeartMonth and STS TV at #STS2026 featured experts discussing cutting-edge science, including Dr. Elaine Griffeth of the Mayo Clinic, who presented new research validating a machine learning model to predict postoperative risk in adults with congenital heart disease.
February 27, 2026 at 4:02 PM
It's #AmericanHeartMonth and STS TV at #STS2026 featured experts discussing cutting-edge science, including Dr. Elaine Griffeth of the Mayo Clinic, who presented new research validating a machine learning model to predict postoperative risk in adults with congenital heart disease.
What makes #STS2026 unforgettable?
Drs. Robert Van Haren and Derek Serna-Gallegos share how the 2026 STS Annual Meeting inspired growth, mentorship, & connection for early-career surgeons. #CTcareers
https://ow.ly/rFon50Yl2m4
Drs. Robert Van Haren and Derek Serna-Gallegos share how the 2026 STS Annual Meeting inspired growth, mentorship, & connection for early-career surgeons. #CTcareers
https://ow.ly/rFon50Yl2m4
February 26, 2026 at 1:00 AM
What makes #STS2026 unforgettable?
Drs. Robert Van Haren and Derek Serna-Gallegos share how the 2026 STS Annual Meeting inspired growth, mentorship, & connection for early-career surgeons. #CTcareers
https://ow.ly/rFon50Yl2m4
Drs. Robert Van Haren and Derek Serna-Gallegos share how the 2026 STS Annual Meeting inspired growth, mentorship, & connection for early-career surgeons. #CTcareers
https://ow.ly/rFon50Yl2m4