The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

The Countdown to STS 2027 Has Begun

Save the dates for the most dynamic meeting in cardiothoracic surgery! The global CT surgery community will come together in San Diego, Jan. 28-31, 2027. Make your plans now to attend. 

 

STS Updates

Justine Turco Named CEO

Justine Varieur Turco Named CEO/Executive Director of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

STS is pleased to announce that Justine Varieur Turco has been appointed Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director effective Aug. 31, 2026. Turco brings more than 20 years of executive leadership experience in medical publishing, education, and professional societal leadership. Most recently, she served as Vice President of Scientific Publications & Guidelines at the American College of Cardiology.
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STS 2027

Abstract Submission

Submit your work for presentation consideration at STS 2027. Abstract submissions are due Aug. 31, 2026.

Getting Involved with STS 2027

Hunter Mehaffey, MD, MSc, chair, STS Workforce on Annual Meeting, outlines how members can submit abstracts and surgical videos through the new STS Science Portal. 

Member Voices

Ian Bostock Rosenzweig, MD, MS
Get comfortable with rejection and hearing 'no' from every direction. But ultimately, you have to say 'yes' to yourself.
Ian Bostock Rosenzweig, MD, MS
Vice Chair, Workforce on Inclusion and Belonging
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STS National Database

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Institutional performance and national benchmarks for survival, complications, and other measures. 

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The latest research in progress from programs funded by STS

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Risk Calculators

Calculate a patient’s risk of mortality and morbidities for common surgeries.

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Guidance and resources for CT surgeons in the first 7 years of practice

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Clinical Practice Documents and Policies

Improve patient outcomes with guidelines from experienced medical professionals.

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Surgical Checklists

PDFs to prepare you and your team for upcoming surgeries.

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