This webinar series will keep you informed about the latest STS National Database developments and help you fully utilize the technological advancements and new features that soon will be available. The webinars will be recorded and available on this page.
Adult Cardiac Surgery Database
Past ACSD Webinars
| This ACSD webinar provides a review of the recent upgrade to version 4.20.2, as well as the introduction of a new training manual and surgeon worksheets. | ||||
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| This ACSD webinar provides instruction and site support on new version 4.20.2, which went live on July 1, 2020. Topics include usage of temporary fields, new charts and worksheets, and user questions. | ||||
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For programs prior to this date, view the ACSD Webinar YouTube Playlist.
Congenital Heart Surgery Database
Past CHSD Webinars
For earlier programs, view the CHSD Webinar YouTube Playlist
| Review of the recently launched CHSD platform and its functionality, including upcoming enhancements and reports and frequently asked questions concerning the IQVIA data warehouse. | ||
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| Review of the recently launched CHSD platform and its functionality, including updated STAT Scores, plus participant Q&A. | ||
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| Continuing review of the functionality of the new platform, issues under review by IQVIA, forthcoming reports, and participant Q&A. | ||
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| Reviewed upcoming updates, ongoing issue resolution by IQVIA, and included participant Q&A. | ||
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General Thoracic Surgery Database
Past GTSD Webinars
For earlier programs, view the GTSD Webinar YouTube Playlist
| New Data Manager Webinar – Highly recommended for all data managers who have been abstracting STS data for up to 2 years. Topics include software and data specifications, understanding data abstraction requirements, harvest schedules, and a host of relevant web resources. | ||||
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| This call for users of the GTSD includes updates on the platform transition and recent issues resolved by IQVIA, along with participant discussion and Q&A. | ||||
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| This monthly webinar includes information about the upcoming Advances in Quality & Outcomes (AQO) Meeting, STS operational updates, and an IQVIA update on recent platform issues and resolutions. | ||||
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STS Intermacs Database
Past Intermacs Webinars
For earlier programs, view the Intermacs Webinar YouTube Playlist
| Review of Intermacs and Pedimacs Quality Assurance Reports, including an added exhibit to track missing implant discharge forms and major report revisions across the Pedimacs component to include all patients at a site. | ||
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