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The Hub: Resources and Community for Your Early Career Journey

Early Career Surgeons

A collection of resources, programs, and advice for cardiothoracic surgeons in their first seven years of practice.

STS Webinar Series: Getting Ready for the STS CABG Academy

Practical insights on coronary surgery best practices

Jul 14, 2026

5 p.m. ET

Why Cardiothoracic Surgery Still Matters: Sustaining a Critical Specialty and Building Its Future

Why the Workforce Is Growing, Why Hospitals Cannot Afford to Lose It, and How We Bring the Next Generation In

Jun 9, 2026

11 min read

Luis Mariano Cerda, MD

Dealing With Referring Physicians

Join a live discussion on building the foundation of a strong career.

Jul 9, 2026

Virtual

STS invested $1.4 million in the LTTF scholarship

Looking to the Future Scholarship Celebrates 20 Years

The STS Looking to the Future Scholarship program is a best-in-class education and workforce development program that helps general surgery residents and medical students pursue careers in cardiothoracic surgery. The primary goal of the scholarship is to provide mentorship and exposure for medical students and general surgery residents interested in pursuing careers in cardiothoracic surgery.

Since 2006, 946 aspiring cardiothoracic surgeons have received LTTF scholarships. The Society celebrated 20 years of the program during the 2026 STS Annual Meeting in New Orleans.

3 min., 53 sec.

Abstract Submissions - 2026 STS CABG Academy

Getting Promoted in Cardiothoracic Surgery: Technical Excellence and Strategic Focus

Cardiothoracic surgery remains one of the most demanding fields in medicine. Promotion—whether to associate professor, division chief, or other leadership roles—is highly competitive. Read how natural leaders can elevate teams, drive innovation, and improve systems.

Mar 16, 2026

4 min read

Sahar Saddoughi, MD

Reflections from the STS Annual Meeting: Inspiration, Innovation, and Connection

As early-career thoracic surgeons, attending the STS 2026 Annual Meeting in New Orleans was an energizing and transformative experience. The annual gathering of our specialty’s brightest minds offers much more than just the latest research—it’s a celebration of our community, a catalyst for professional growth, and a reminder of the impact we can have on patients and each other.

Feb 19, 2026

3 min read