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:  

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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

Join leading experts for an in-depth discussion on the evolving management of aortic regurgitation, with a focus on contemporary surgical and transcatheter treatment strategies. This webinar will explore the latest advances in aortic valve repair, valve-sparing root replacement, and transcatheter therapies, highlighting patient selection, technical considerations, and emerging evidence. Gain practical insights into current challenges and future directions shaping the care of patients with aortic regurgitation.

Supported by JenaValve

 

Date
7 p.m. ET
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
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
Event dates
Dec 3–5, 2026
Location
Santiago, Chile
The premier annual event in cardiothoracic surgery, unveiling never-before-seen science, techniques, and technology, and creating a forum to build lasting connections with colleagues.
Event dates
Jan 28–31, 2027
Location
San Diego, California

This webinar aims to help early career surgeons and trainees learn objectives and strategies for negotiating a contract. The session covers a wide range of negotiation elements from preparation to health insurance considerations to signing bonuses.

Brought to you by The Hub: Resources and Community for Your Early Career Journey
 

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Duration
60 min.
Insights on the management of patients with Barlow’s disease with mitral valve prolapse and annular disjunction
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Duration
1 hr. 37 min.

During the webinar, healthcare professionals, including surgeons, trainees, and interventional cardiologists, will gain a comprehensive understanding of the current state of valve surgery and the role of transcatheter therapies. The expert faculty will explore educational gaps in this space, with the goal of fostering knowledge-sharing and collaboration, ultimately improving patient outcomes. 

Moderators

Rohun Bhagat, MD
Cleveland Clinic
Cleveland, OH

Chi Chi Do-Nguyen, DO
University of Michigan 
Ann Arbor, MI

Date
Duration
58 min.
A two-day virtual event that provides coders, surgeons, and billing professionals with the latest updates to CPT and physician coding and reimbursement.
Event dates
Feb 23–24, 2024
Location
Virtual
The premier annual event in cardiothoracic surgery, unveiling never-before-seen science, techniques, and technology, and creating a forum to build lasting connections with colleagues.
Event dates
Jan 27–29, 2024
Location
San Antonio, TX

Join Representative Mariannette Miller-Meeks and members of the STS Council on Health Policy and Relationships for this 1-hour long exclusive webinar specially dedicated for STS-PAC contributors. 

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