In his 2026 STS Annual Meeting presentation, Defining Success in Surgical Treatment of Afib: The Need for Standardization, Dr. Michael Bowdish discussed the development of a new quality measure for the treatment of preoperative atrial fibrillation and the evidence for long-term benefits to patients whose AFib is treated during cardiac surgery.
This webinar will present a comprehensive case report highlighting the diagnosis and management of complex coronary anomalies. Faculty will review current guidelines and key cardiology considerations, along with best practices for preoperative imaging, diagnostic evaluation, and anatomic classification—including unroofing techniques. The session will also explore reimplantation strategies and other surgical approaches, such as coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG), to support optimal patient outcomes.
The latest techniques and management strategies in cardiovascular and thoracic critical care and enhanced recovery after surgery for the entire care team.
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
In this episode of the STS Webinar Series, expert panelists present a global update on a potential new alternative approach to the surgical management of aortic valve disease: robotic aortic valve replacement (RAVR). Discussions will also focus on how aortic valve disease is managed with transcatheter or surgical aortic valve replacement.
Hear didactic lectures and case demonstrations from expert faculty, then spend 6+ hours in hands-on sessions in a realistic, general thoracic robotics simulation environment.
Cardiothoracic surgeons and trainees who are underrepresented in medicine (URiM) will discuss challenges and successes they’ve experienced throughout their careers. Additionally, the panel will share what they have learned from these experiences and how to apply those lessons toward supporting other surgeons from underrepresented groups.
The STS Leadership Institute helps members in their first 15 years of practice to develop the skills necessary to lead teams in and out of the OR, strategize personal and professional goals, negotiate a career path, and influence change in the workplace.
