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The Thoracic Surgery Foundation Awards Inaugural International Fellowships

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Technology

The Society’s mission is to advance cardiothoracic surgeons’ delivery of the highest quality patient care through collaboration, education, research, and advocacy. The Society’s mission is to advance cardiothoracic surgeons’ delivery of the highest quality patient care through collaboration, education, research, and advocacy.

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ERAS Program Expedites Recovery for Congenital Heart Surgery Patients

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Adult Cardiac

Press Release ERAS Program Expedites Recovery for Congenital Heart Surgery Patients January 30, 2021 jbagley Wed, 01/27/2021 - 16:12 Study shows multidisciplinary pediatric care improves patient outcomes and experiences **A recorded press briefing featuring this research is available.**

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New Legislation Speeds Progress on Patient Access to New Technologies

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Technology

“I'm proud to co-lead the Meaningful Access to Federal Health Plan Claims Data Act,” said Rep. When providers and clinicians have access to the best quality data, patient care improves. About ACC The American College of Cardiology envisions a world where innovation and knowledge optimize cardiovascular care and outcomes.

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ECMO May Offer Sickest COVID Patients Chance for ‘Exceptional Survival’

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Critical Care

Our work suggests that with appropriately selected patients and aggressive management strategies, the use of ECMO support for severe COVID-19 can result in exceptional early survival, and these patients who leave the hospital without the need for oxygen therapy are very likely to remain alive and well 1 year later,” said Deane E.

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Cardiac Surgeons Lead Critical COVID-19 Research

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Research

With the enrollment of more than 2,000 patients in randomized trials and more than 14,000 patients in observational studies over the years, CTSN is among the top performers of NHLBI- and NIH-funded research groups. Mack, MD, a CTSN principal investigator from Baylor Scott & White Health in Plano, Texas.