In this issue, read about the stellar STS 2023 program, STS member job changes, parent-child duos realizing their callings in cardiothoracic surgery, colleagues' remembrance of Dr. Sean Grondin, Annals Reviewers of the Year, Looking to the Future Scholarship recipients, exciting developments within the STS National Database, The Thoracic Surgery Foundation's new executive director, and much more.
STS 2023 Will Celebrate Scientific Triumphs, Surgeon Camaraderie
After 2 years of virtual-only programming, The Society’s 59th Annual Meeting, January 21 – 23 in San Diego, California, promises an in-person experience that’s better than ever.
Inaugural Success Leads to 2nd Annual Coronary Conference
The first-of-its-kind event dedicated to the nuances of revascularization will return in June 2023 in Miami, Florida.
Member News: Winter 2023
Find the latest updates on STS member job changes, promotions, and accomplishments for Drs. Mohammed Imam, Fatima Wilder, T. Sloane Guy, and Wilson Szeto.
The Annals Names Reviewers of the Year
The Society's peer-reviewed journal recognizes these 2022 contributors who consistently provided a combination of high-quality, thorough, and professional reviews in a timely manner.
President's Column: Promoting Surgeon Equity, Driving Quality through Data and Research
In the final column of his presidential term, Dr. Calhoon reflects on the Society's progress and anticipates the events of STS 2023.
General Thoracic Database Enters Best Hospitals Transparency Arena, Congenital Database Powers Groundbreaking Trial
Participants in the GTSD can now earn transparency credit for public reporting, while the CHSD fuels a first-of-its-kind multicenter, NIH-funded randomized trial in infants undergoing cardiopulmonary bypass surgery.
A Great Surgical Mind and Friend: Sean C. Grondin, MD, MPH, FRCSC - 1966–2022
"I am not the smartest person in the room. I just work hard." Colleagues remember the compassionate leadership of STS Past President Dr. Sean Grondin, who passed away unexpectedly in November.
News Briefs: Winter 2023
Read about the impressive cardiovascular surgeon turnout in Cartagena, the new season of The Resilient Surgeon, the 2023 Coding Workshop, an STS Boot Camp debrief, the next Leadership Institute series, Looking to the Future Scholarship awardees, a call for STS leaders to serve as mentors, and more.
Parent-Child CT Surgery Duos Were Destined for the Profession
Whether they know from the start that they’ll emulate their parents’ careers—or they fight tooth-and-nail to carve a different path—there seems to be something in the genes of cardiothoracic surgeons that pulls their children toward their calling.
TSF’s New Executive Director Lauds “Refreshing” Society Relationships, Donor Generosity
Lee Wiensch, new executive director for The Thoracic Surgery Foundation, describes how the Foundation is woven seamlessly into the fabric of STS.
Washington Scene: STS Combating Medicare Cuts, Pursuing Long-term Reform
Lobbyists for the Surgical Care Coalition were able to stave off a portion of 2023 Medicare cuts for surgeons, but the system still needs a long-term overhaul, STS leaders say.
