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2025 Advances in Quality & Outcomes: A Data Managers Meeting

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Allied Health

Head for San Antonio this October to attend the premier gathering of STS National Database professionals as they share valuable research and important clinical findings with hundreds of peers. Discussions on valuable research and important clinical findings with the goal of improving data collection and patient outcomes.

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The Changing Face of Pretreatment Nodal Staging for Patients with Lung Cancer

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Allied Health

Research findings demonstrate, however, that these procedures are underutilized overall or employed in a highly variable fashion. Gonzalez, MD, MSc Research Institute of McGill University Health Centre Montreal, QC, Canada Moishe A. General Thoracic Allied Health Surgeon Image

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Dos and Don’ts of the Mobile ECMO Team

Society of Thoracic Surgeons - Critical Care

In addition to optimal staffing, logistical details, and contingency plans for transport, the panel discusses findings from research on ECMO-facilitated resuscitation and contraindications for deploying the mobile ECMO unit. Ciullo, MD University of Utah Health Salt Lake City, UT J.W. Moderators Anna L.

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Abstract TP45: Advancements in Digital Cognitive Assessments for Post-Stroke Patients: A Scoping Review

Stroke Journal

The research questions aim to evaluate technical aspects of digital tests, digital tool effectiveness, cognitive domains assessed, study population characteristics, patient usability, and exam feasibility. Covidence was used to compile relevant studies.Results:72 articles were included for final analysis. 8 different digital methods (e.g.,

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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. Membership has now spread all over the world with 4000 active members including surgeons, perfusionists and allied health professionals.

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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

Bucshon and Schrier on this important bill which will not only have a measurable impact on clinical research, but also make a difference in cardiovascular clinicians’ efforts to transform cardiovascular care and improve heart health.” The ACC looks forward to working with Reps. Learn more at sts.org. For more, visit acc.org.