STS is pleased to present a webinar on the Surgical Management of Thoracic Trauma, in collaboration with the Indian Society of Thoracic Surgeons and Trust, the Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons, and ESTS Women in Thoracic Surgery. This expert-led session will feature internationally recognized faculty discussing contemporary approaches to thoracic trauma, including rib fixation, minimally invasive techniques, damage control strategies, and the management of complex thoracic injuries.

Date
8 a.m.

Plan to attend the next installment of the STS/SCA Webinar Series, Across the Drapes: Intraoperative Disasters and Crises in Cardiac Surgery. Leaders in both surgery and anesthesiology will discuss intraoperative disasters in cardiac surgery, with the goal of optimizing intraoperative management between surgeons and anesthesiologists.  

A collaborative series presented by the Society of Thoracic Surgeons and the Society of Cardiovascular Anesthesiologists  
 

Date
7 p.m. ET
An experiential foundation and hands-on practice in basic cardiothoracic operating skills for first-year residents.
Event dates
Aug 20–23, 2026
Location
Chicago, IL

This webinar will present a comprehensive case report highlighting the diagnosis and management of complex coronary anomalies. Faculty will review current guidelines and key cardiology considerations, along with best practices for preoperative imaging, diagnostic evaluation, and anatomic classification—including unroofing techniques. The session will also explore reimplantation strategies and other surgical approaches, such as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), to support optimal patient outcomes.  

Presented in Spanish with English subtitles. 

Date
1 p.m. ET
The Inaugural Cardio-Thoracic Conference "In Africa for Africa"
Event dates
Sep 4–6, 2026
Location
Cape Town, South Africa
Restoring Harmony in Aortic Valve & Root Surgery
Event dates
Sep 10–11, 2026
Location
Seoul, South Korea


This webinar is specifically designed for healthcare providers who care for patients with atrial fibrillation. 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. The faculty will cover various topics to include identification of Afib, treatment options, preventive measures, and new clinical trials. Attendees will also participate in discussions through the chat feature.

Topics include:  

Date
7 p.m. ET
Skills development and collaborative learning for cardiothoracic surgeons and their team members who perform coronary surgery.
Event dates
Sep 17–19, 2026
Location
Chicago, IL
Discussions on valuable research and important clinical findings with the goal of improving data collection and patient outcomes.
Event dates
Sep 30 – Oct 2, 2026
Location
New Orleans, LA
The latest techniques and management strategies in cardiovascular and thoracic critical care and enhanced recovery after surgery for the entire care team.
Event dates
Oct 9–10, 2026
Location
Baltimore, MD
An opportunity for early and mid-career STS surgeon members to learn how to lead in and out of the OR.
Event dates
Oct 22, 2026 – Jan 27, 2027
Location
Virtual, Chicago, and San Diego
An STS collaboration with the Asian Society for Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
Event dates
Nov 13–14, 2026
Location
Tokyo, Japan
The STS Boot Camp is designed to provide an experiential foundation and hands-on practice in basic cardiothoracic operating skills. Resident participants will receive expert instruction and utilize simulators that enhance the learning experience by replic
Event dates
Sep 29 – Oct 2, 2022
Location
Chicago, Illinois
During Peer Review Week, Annals Editor-in-Chief Joanna Chikwe, MD, FRCS, is joined by a panel of editors, editorial board members, and experts to highlight touchstones of publication ethics and how research drives quality.
Date
Duration
1 hr. 2 min.

Recent data from two large randomized studies of segmentectomy for small (≤2cm) peripheral non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) treatment suggest a change is coming in the standard of care. In this STS webinar, an expert panel discusses how evolving robotic and imaging technologies are changing the landscape of treatment for early stage NSCLC. The session features a review of recent trials, advanced imaging, complex segmentectomy videos, and case scenarios. 

Date
Duration
58 min.
Event dates
Sep 13–14, 2022
Location
Washington, DC
Event dates
Sep 8–10, 2022
Location
Denver, Colorado
An expert panel highlights a team-based approach to managing cardiac surgery patients who suffer sudden postoperative cardiac arrest.
Date
1 hr.