Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Early Career

AUGUST 30, 2024

During the 2024 STS Boot Camp in Chicago, 60 first-year cardiothoracic CT surgery residents learned from leading CT surgeons from across the country, who provided expert instruction as they gained practical experience by simulating real-world cases and emergency scenarios.

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DAIC

APRIL 29, 2024

milla1cf Mon, 04/29/2024 - 13:17 April 29, 2024 — FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation, a leading provider of diagnostic and enterprise imaging solutions, announced the launch of its first-of-kind OPIE Transducer for on-pump intracardiac echocardiography (OPIE) for septal myectomy.

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Journal of Cardiovascular Pharmacology

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The role of colchicine for the prevention of postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) following cardiothoracic surgery is not well-established. The role of colchicine for the prevention of postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) following cardiothoracic surgery is not well-established. Copyright © 2024 Wolters Kluwer Health, Inc.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Early Career

JULY 31, 2024

Blog Early Career Participation in STS Workforces KCummings Wed, 07/31/2024 - 12:02 All Members Resident / Fellow The STS oversees numerous workforces and councils with various focuses ranging from cardiothoracic clinical practice to databases to education to surgeon wellness.

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DAIC

JUNE 13, 2024

Image courtesy of El Camino Health milla1cf Thu, 06/13/2024 - 20:33 June 13, 2024 — Frederick St. Goar received the recognition during a special ceremony in Paris, France, along with esteemed cardiothoracic surgeon, Professor Ottavio Alfieri of San Raffaele Hospital in Milan, Italy.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Surgeon

JANUARY 27, 2024

First Annual Surgeon Compensation Survey kchalko Sat, 01/27/2024 - 13:29 Cardiothoracic surgeons provide tremendous value to the patients and institutions they serve. based cardiothoracic surgeons understand their value in the market and strengthen their negotiating position with employers.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Early Career

APRIL 29, 2024

Blog Building a Practice in the Community KCummings Mon, 04/29/2024 - 12:35 Medical Student Resident / Fellow “Jack of all trades, master of none, though oftentimes better than a master of one.” Yet, as a cardiothoracic surgeon practicing in the community, you may be asked to do both cardiac and thoracic surgery.

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DAIC

APRIL 30, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 04/30/2024 - 13:03 April 30, 2024 — The expanding use of transcatheter technologies has changed the landscape in the treatment of valvular disease in adult cardiac patients, with valve surgery rapidly shifting to more complex interventions frequently involving other concomitant procedures.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Congenital

JUNE 28, 2024

Video 8 in 8: Fast-Tracking the CABG Patient kchalko Fri, 06/28/2024 - 15:51 This 8 in 8 session focuses on fast-tracking in CABG patients. Ward, MD, Emory University, Atlanta, GA The Society’s 8 in 8 Series offers quick access to important topics in cardiothoracic surgery. Speaker Alison F. STS retains sole rights to these materials.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Congenital

MAY 20, 2024

The Society’s 8 in 8 Series offers quick access to important topics in cardiothoracic surgery. This video is based on the webinar from the STS Latin Heart Rounds series titled Rounds on a Patient with Barlow's Disease and Annular Disjunction. No CME credit is associated with the viewing of web-based content.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Surgeon

JANUARY 27, 2024

Compensation Survey kchalko Sat, 01/27/2024 - 13:29 Cardiothoracic surgeons provide tremendous value to the patients and institutions they serve. based cardiothoracic surgeons understand their value in the market and strengthen their negotiating position with employers. Why are cardiothoracic surgeons paid high salaries?

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Surgeon

MARCH 8, 2024

Video The Surgeon’s Role in Managing Patients with Resectable NSCLC smccarthy Fri, 03/08/2024 - 14:51 In this video, Dr. Leah Backhus, thoracic surgeon and professor of cardiothoracic surgery at Stanford Medicine, discusses the surgeon’s role in managing patients with resectable non-small cell lung cancer.

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DAIC

JUNE 13, 2024

Getty Images milla1cf Thu, 06/13/2024 - 20:38 June 13, 2024 — Medtronic plc, a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced the launch of its latest innovation in cardiac surgery, the Avalus Ultra valve. Presented at Heart Valve Society 2024, Boston, MA. February 18–21, 2024. Eur J Cardiothorac Surg.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Surgeon

MAY 23, 2024

Video 8 in 8: Biomarker Testing and Neoadjuvant Immunotherapy for Resectable NSCLC kchalko Thu, 05/23/2024 - 09:56 In this video in the 8 in 8 Series, Dr. Dwight Owen (Ohio State University) discussed advances in biomarker testing and neoadjuvant immunotherapy for resectable non-small cell lung cancer. Supported by AstraZeneca.

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DAIC

APRIL 23, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 04/23/2024 - 15:53 April 23, 2024 — Medtronic plc, a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced the launch of its latest innovation in cardiac surgery, the Avalus Ultra valve. The Avalus Ultra valve received FDA approval in January 2024 and is currently only commercially available in the United States.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Early Career

MAY 16, 2024

KCummings Thu, 05/16/2024 - 13:14 All Members As physicians we are committed to caring for our patients, guiding them through physical and emotional traumas. Our training, especially as cardiothoracic surgeons, has taught us to be disciplined, self-sufficient, and strong. Should I Get a Therapist?

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Congenital

MAY 20, 2024

The Society’s 8 in 8 Series offers quick access to important topics in cardiothoracic surgery. This video is based on the webinar from the STS Latin Heart Rounds series titled Rounds on a Patient with Barlow's Disease and Annular Disjunction. No CME credit is associated with the viewing of web-based content.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Adult Cardiac

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Congenital and Pediatric Care gtrainyte Mon, 02/05/2024 - 11:14 Scroll to top STS recognizes the important role of congenital and pediatric specialists. Support Training and Growth of Pediatric Specialists : Increase opportunities for pediatric subspecialists in cardiothoracic surgery and secure funding for subspecialist training.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The STS star rating system is one of the most sophisticated and highly regarded overall measures of quality in health care, rating the benchmarked outcomes of cardiothoracic surgery programs across the U.S. and Canada.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

JANUARY 28, 2024

The Society’s mission is to enhance the ability of cardiothoracic surgeons to provide the highest quality patient care through education, research, and advocacy.

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DAIC

JANUARY 29, 2024

Getty Images milla1cf Mon, 01/29/2024 - 14:24 January 29, 2024 — Despite national guidelines recommending surgical aortic valve replacement (SAVR) for patients under age 65 with severe aortic stenosis , many hospitals are still opting for a nonsurgical approach in patients under 60—possibly with poorer survival rates.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Allied Health

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

You may view the course archive and claim credit until February 1, 2024. Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:  Identify new CPT codes, updates, and payment policies affecting cardiothoracic surgery coding for 2023. Missed the event? STS Members receive a discount! hours) Session 7: (1.75

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DAIC

JANUARY 29, 2024

Romano, MD milla1cf Mon, 01/29/2024 - 10:46 January 29, 2024 — Jennifer C. Mott Children's Hospital , and the Herbert Sloan Collegiate Professor of Cardiac Surgery at the University of Michigan Medical School, was elected president of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons at STS 2024 during the Society’s Business Meeting.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

JULY 25, 2023

This next-generation operative Risk Calculator is a powerful user-friendly tool that makes it easier for cardiothoracic surgical teams to assess risk and predict outcomes in real time for the vast majority of adult cardiac surgery procedures,” said STS President Thomas MacGillivray, MD.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Preserve Medical Research Funding gtrainyte Mon, 02/05/2024 - 10:50 Scroll to top Preserve Medical Research Funding Supporting investments into research funding that enables surgeons to explore innovative techniques, cutting-edge technologies, and novel therapies that can revolutionize the diagnosis and treatment of thoracic diseases.

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DAIC

JUNE 11, 2024

The Center will bring together specialists from across Columbia, combining unmatched procedural skill, world-class imaging, and clinical care from leading experts in heart failure management, cardiothoracic surgery, robotic surgery, and interventional cardiology.

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DAIC

MAY 7, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 05/07/2024 - 12:54 May 7, 2024 — HonorHealth Research Institute ’s David G. a pioneering Phoenix cardiothoracic surgeon, who founded the Arizona Heart Institute and who died from a brain tumor in 2017: “I felt: This radiation cannot hurt me.” Rizik , M.D., Diethrich , M.D.,

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Surgeon

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Event STS Leadership Institute gtrainyte Tue, 11/07/2023 - 12:17 Event dates Mar 21, 2024 – Jan 24, 2025 Location Zoom, Chicago, and Los Angeles The STS Leadership Institute develops skills for cardiothoracic surgeons that have become vital as healthcare delivery grows more complex and rapidly transforms.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Early Career

MARCH 15, 2024

Blog The Cost of Changing Jobs KCummings Fri, 03/15/2024 - 14:08 Resident / Fellow Surgeon At some point in their career, nearly every cardiothoracic surgeon will grapple with the decision of whether to remain in their current position or seek opportunities elsewhere. It's important to take your time weighing the pros and cons.

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Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Early Career

JUNE 20, 2024

Blog The Importance of Setting Boundaries as a Cardiothoracic Surgeon KCummings Thu, 06/20/2024 - 09:28 Medical Student Resident / Fellow As physicians, we spend the first half of our adult lives being told to always say yes. All of this is in addition to the basics of becoming a competent and safe cardiothoracic surgeon.

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DAIC

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Henry Ford Health's Center for Structural Heart Disease team delivered its first in Michigan FDA-approved VOQUE Transcatheter Tricuspid Valve Replacement System to a heart failure patient on February 13, 2024 at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.

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DAIC

JUNE 11, 2024

The Center will bring together specialists from across Columbia, combining unmatched procedural skill, world-class imaging, and clinical care from leading experts in heart failure management, cardiothoracic surgery, robotic surgery, and interventional cardiology.

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DAIC

MARCH 12, 2024

milla1cf Tue, 03/12/2024 - 16:48 March 12, 2024 — Medtronic plc , a global leader in healthcare technology, today announced two late-breaking data presentations on four-year outcomes from the Evolut Low Risk Trial. At Medtronic, we continue to emphasize that valve design matters.

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DAIC

MARCH 8, 2024

Frazier , MD, director of the Center for Preclinical Surgical & Interventional Research at The Texas Heart Institute, is a cardiothoracic surgeon who has made ground-breaking contributions to the field of mechanical circulatory support and the treatment of patients with heart failure.

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DAIC

MARCH 7, 2024

As a whole, the computed tomography market size in the US in 2024 is estimated to be $2.38 billion by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 5.86% in the forecast period (2024-2029), according to a new report released by Mordor Intelligence. billion, and expected to reach $3.18

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Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

JUNE 21, 2024

Methods We systematically searched PubMed, EMbase, The Cochrane Library and ClinicalTrials.gov for randomized clinical trials (published by 14 January 2024) comparing del Nido cardioplegia to cold blood cardioplegia in adult. Our main endpoints were myocardial injury markers and clinical outcomes.

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Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery

MAY 5, 2024

Methods PubMed, Embase, Cochrane Library, Chinese National Knowledge Infrastructure (CNKI), Chinese Biomedical Literature Database (CBM), VIP Chinese Science and Technology Journal Full-text Database (VP-CSJFD), and Wanfang database were searched by computer from database establishment to January 17, 2024.

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