The First Five Years in Practice

Summary

This conversation will focus on how to set yourself up for a successful career, beginning with a great start in the first 5 years of practice. The first few years will dictate the trajectory of your career and specific practice. We’ll discuss important goals for starting strong, from evaluating job opportunities and understanding contract details to choosing the right practice type, selecting cases appropriately, and being a team player while ensuring your personal success.

Join us live on Instagram—no registration required! Follow @thesocietyofthoracicsurgeons on Instagram and tune in on Sept. 16 at 7 p.m. ET.

Panelists

Derek Serna-Gallegos, MD
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Pittsburgh, PA

Douglas Liou
Stanford University
Palo Alto, CA