Performing as our best selves as cardiothoracic surgeons both inside and outside of the workplace
Event dates
Dec 9, 2025 – Apr 28, 2026
Location
Virtual
An opportunity for early and mid-career STS surgeon members to learn how to lead in and out of the OR.
Event dates
Jan 28, 2026
Location
Zoom, Chicago, and New Orleans
Our theme, Teaching for Tomorrow Together, honors STS’s dedication to innovation, training the next generation of cardiothoracic surgeons, and moving the specialty forward through collaboration and community.
Event dates
Jan 29 – Feb 1, 2026
Location
New Orleans, LA
Best Practices for Cardiothoracic Surgery is a 2-day virtual event that provides coders, surgeons, and billing professionals with the latest updates to CPT and physician coding and reimbursement, which affect cardiothoracic surgical practices.
Event dates
Feb 27–28, 2026
Location
Virtual
Be the voice of the cardiothoracic surgery specialty in Washington, DC.
Event dates
Mar 9–10, 2026
Location
Washington, DC
An opportunity for early and mid-career STS surgeon members to learn how to lead in and out of the OR.
Event dates
Mar 19, 2026 – Jan 27, 2027
Location
Virtual, Chicago, and San Diego
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 25–26, 2024
Location
Philadelphia, PA

In the past five years, immunotherapy has transformed the approach to treating resectable lung cancer in both neoadjuvant and adjuvant settings. During this webinar, experts will explore the continued importance of radiation therapy in managing resectable lung cancer and highlight essential insights that thoracic surgeons need for daily practice.  

Sponsored by AstraZeneca

 

Moderators

Nathaniel R. Evans III, MD
Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, PA

Date
Duration
58 min.

Circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) is a blood test that can be used to detect and monitor thoracic malignancies. It is being used to detect mutations, monitor for recurrence after surgery and other treatments, and can even be used in conjunction with screening to help identify malignancy. As the field continues to advance, it is crucial for thoracic surgeons, trainees, and healthcare providers to stay informed about the latest developments in ctDNA testing and its applications for thoracic patients.

Sponsored by AstraZeneca

 

Date
Duration
1 hr.
Advanced surgical and transcatheter techniques in valve surgery and atrial fibrillation.
Event dates
Sep 20–21, 2024
Location
JW Marriott Chicago

Hear the pros and cons from surgeons who have transitioned from training to their first job at the same institution, and at a different institution. Panelists will also discuss what role your division chief plays during this important transition. 

View past Early Career Journey webinars in the STS Learning Center. STS members receive access for free, while nonmembers can purchase each webinar for $30. 
 

Date

In this webinar, experts discuss insights into the management of adult patients with congenital heart disease (ACHD). The panelists will discuss the current management landscape for these patients, as well as provide a broad glimpse into how the field is evolving. Topics include: common lesions encountered by both adult and pediatric cardiac surgeons, how ACHD cases are reported, and how critical care issues may impact the management of this patient population.  

 

Moderators

Hani K. Najm, MD, MSc
Cleveland Clinic 
Cleveland, OH 

Date
Duration
1 hr. 2 min.