STS Presidential Update

In this message, Vinay Badhwar, MD, shares STS updates, highlighting efforts to advance international collaboration, expand digital learning, and strengthen research to support surgeons and improve patient care. He reflects on recent meetings that are helping to strengthen global partnerships, drive innovation, and support the next generation of cardiothoracic surgeons.

STS Updates

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Efficiency Adjustment: What It Means for Cardiothoracic Surgeons

On Jan. 1, 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) implemented a new payment policy, through the Medicare…
Thinking Thoracic Live from STS 2026

#18, S2 New Advances in Thoracic Surgery at STS 2026

In the season two premiere episode of Thinking Thoracic, cohosts Drs. Erin Gillaspie, Hari Keshava, Jeff Yang, and Jane…
Season 6: Live from STS 2026

#172; S6: Same Surgeon, Different Light w/ Dr. Doug Wood

In the Season 6 premiere episode, live from STS 2026, host Dr. Sara Pereira and guest co-host Dr. Fatima Wilder sit down with…

Celebrating Extraordinary Women of STS

In honor of International Women's Day and Women's History Month, we recognize the 2026 recipients of the Nina Starr Braunwald Extraordinary Women in CT Surgery Awards. This year’s awardees reflect the depth of leadership, innovation, and impact women continue to bring to cardiothoracic surgery.

Member Voices

Emily Farkas
You can craft a career that’s a bit different from the rigid way we traditionally view cardiac surgery.
Emily A. Farkas, MD
Member, TSF Board of Directors
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Calculate a patient’s risk of mortality and morbidities for common surgeries.

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Guidance and resources for CT surgeons in the first 7 years of practice

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Improve patient outcomes with guidelines from experienced medical professionals.

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