The STS Looking to the Future Scholarship program is a best-in-class education and workforce development program that helps general surgery residents and medical students pursue careers in cardiothoracic surgery. The primary goal of the scholarship is to provide mentorship and exposure for medical students and general surgery residents interested in pursuing careers in cardiothoracic surgery.
Since 2006, 946 aspiring cardiothoracic surgeons have received LTTF scholarships. The Society celebrated 20 years of the program during the 2026 STS Annual Meeting in New Orleans.
Cardiothoracic surgery remains one of the most demanding fields in medicine. Promotion—whether to associate professor, division chief, or other leadership roles—is highly competitive. Read how natural leaders can elevate teams, drive innovation, and improve systems.
As early-career thoracic surgeons, attending the STS 2026 Annual Meeting in New Orleans was an energizing and transformative experience. The annual gathering of our specialty’s brightest minds offers much more than just the latest research—it’s a celebration of our community, a catalyst for professional growth, and a reminder of the impact we can have on patients and each other.
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Robert M. Van Haren, MD MSPH, and Derek Serna-Gallegos, MD
During this webinar, an expert panel will focus on different methods of cannulation including: open vs. percutaneous cannulation; perfusion strategies (including when bicaval cannulation is needed); and examination of different methods of myocardial protection including transthoracic aortic cross-clamping and endo-balloon. The session is relevant for cardiac surgeons and trainees at all experience levels, as well as members of robotic cardiac teams interested in understanding basic techniques relevant to robotic cardiac surgery and advanced methods used in more complex scenarios.
A world-class, international event that will explore the latest developments and best practices in coronary artery disease, congenital heart disease, thoracic aortic disease, atrial fibrillation, and the surgical management of heart failure
