The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Advancing cardiothoracic surgeons' delivery of high-quality patient care.

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Resilience isn't about staying rigid.

It's about adapting, adjusting, and moving forward when circumstances change.

In a recent episode of The Resilient Surgeon, Andrea Wolf, MD and @medwards_md
discuss the problem-solving mindset that helps surgeons navigate challenges throughout their careers.

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Join us tomorrow for our Industry Spotlight Webinar! There’s still time to register: https://t.co/UOS81AvvGD

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Join us next week for our Industry Spotlight Webinar on Thursday, Sept. 10! The session will focus on the progression of Afib from paroxysmal to long-standing persistent and the impact it has on longevity, mortality, and heart failure implications. Learn more and register: https://t.co/qnWWZLOubz @AtriCure

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

🫀 It's not too late to register! Dive into the OR experience with hands-on and immersive learning at the #STSCABGAcademy., Sept. 17-19, in Chicago.

https://t.co/sUiGVUdHt6

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Research discussed on #ThinkingThoracic found that evaluating 3+ N1 stations can significantly increase detection of occult disease compared with meeting the minimum standard.

Insights like these help advance quality improvement in thoracic surgical care.

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Postoperative chylothorax is uncommon after lung cancer surgery, but its impact can be significant.

An analysis of 152,823 lung cancer operations from the STS General Thoracic Surgery Database found patients who developed chylothorax experienced substantially higher rates of major morbidity.

Read more in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery: https://t.co/ktPJRBhGYy

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Interested in a career in cardiothoracic surgery? The 2027 STS You Belong Scholarship offers medical students and general surgery residents mentorship, CT surgery exposure, exclusive meeting opportunities, and support to attend #STS2027 in San Diego.

Applications are open through Oct. 11, 2026.

Learn more and apply today: https://t.co/Cs9CVcNZod

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Join us next week for our Industry Spotlight Webinar on Thursday, Sept. 10! The session will focus on the progression of Afib from paroxysmal to long-standing persistent and the impact it has on longevity, mortality, and heart failure implications. Learn more and register: https://t.co/qnWWZLOubz @AtriCure

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Just days away from this historic event. Congratulations to all the delegates and scholarship recipients!

[EACTS @EACTS]

Just three days to go until ‘In Africa for Africa’ begins in Cape Town!

Hear from Emily Farkas, President of the Cardiac Surgery Intersociety Alliance (CSIA), as she shares the vision behind this landmark EACTS/STS/CSIA Cardio-Thoracic Conference.

The meeting is centred on African leadership and supported by global collaboration. It will address the real challenges of providing cardiothoracic care across Africa and explore practical solutions that can make a lasting impact.

Over 100 scholarship recipients from almost 20 African countries will join international faculty in Cape Town, creating opportunities to exchange ideas, build new collaborations and form partnerships that continue beyond the event.

📍 Cape Town, South Africa
📅 4-6 September 2026

We look forward to welcoming you and celebrating the spirit of ‘In Africa for Africa’ together.

[Cardiac Surgery Intersociety Alliance @CSIAlliance]

Cape town here we come.
‘In Africa for Africa’ #inafricaforafrica #CSIA @EACTS @ctsnetorg @STS_CTsurgery @NinaUzoigwe_

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Where is hidden cancer most frequently detected during lung cancer surgery?

In this clip from #ThinkingThoracic, Dr. Christopher Seder discusses findings from STS Database research and why deeper intraparenchymal lymph nodes matter for staging accuracy. https://t.co/vfseNlLmLa

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Postoperative atrial fibrillation (POAF) remains the most common complication after cardiac surgery. New STS clinical practice guidelines provide a surgery-specific framework for prevention and treatment, helping clinicians navigate care from the operating room through recovery.

📖 Read more in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery: https://t.co/T6iYyIAFtz

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Deadline extended! Surgeons from outside the US and Canada can apply by Monday, Aug. 31, for the opportunity to travel to #STS2027.

[The Thoracic Surgery Foundation (TSF) @ThoracicSurgFnd]

The scholarship supports surgeons from under-resourced communities in attending the 2027 STS Annual Meeting and connecting with the global cardiothoracic surgery community.

📅 Applications close Aug. 31.

Apply today: https://t.co/aEzI0H71EV

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Less than one week left to submit your best scientific work for #STS2027. Don't miss the deadline to be part of the premier global meeting in #CTsurgery.

https://t.co/G0jTB5LhCZ

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Wondering if a career in cardiothoracic surgery is right for you?

The Looking to the Future Scholarship connects students and residents with mentors, education, and a community that helps make the path forward feel possible.

Applications are open. https://t.co/Auy2nvXIaD

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Traditional conferences teach. CABG Academy puts you into the action.

Join your colleagues in Chicago, Sept. 17-19, and immerse yourself in advanced coronary artery surgery skills development. Register today.

https://t.co/SdObf64AD5

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The learning is underway, the discussions are happening, and the next generation of cardiothoracic surgeons is gaining hands-on experience alongside expert faculty.
A look at day one of #STSBootCamp 📸

[Cardiac Surgery Intersociety Alliance @CSIAlliance]

We are waiting for you, #inafricaforafrica26 @EACTS @STS_CTsurgery

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

🏠 August recess is here, and Members of Congress are meeting with constituents in their home districts.

This is a great opportunity to share the issues impacting cardiothoracic surgeons and the patients we serve. Interested in connecting with your lawmakers? Contact [email protected] to get involved.

@STS_Advocacy #STSAdvocacy

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

Every breakthrough starts with your research.

STS President @BadhwarVinay encourages members to submit their best science for #STS2027 in San Diego.

📅 Abstract deadline: Aug. 31 https://t.co/gKlvfgxwMl

[The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @STS_CTsurgery]

"We are building the future of cardiac surgery in Africa." Register today for this extraordinary conference, Sept. 4-6, in Cape Town. https://t.co/SL86iIzEMZ

[Cardiac Surgery Intersociety Alliance @CSIAlliance]

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