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How to Kick Start an Education Career Path

The education of medical students and residents is critical for the future growth and improvement in the field of cardiothoracic surgery. Early career cardiothoracic surgeons need to be involved in helping the next generation of surgeons establish and advance their careers. In this article, learn about ways you can get involved.

Jan 22, 2024

4 min read

Robert M. Van Haren, MD

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CMS Prioritizes Prior Authorization Reform

Last week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule aimed at reforming the prior authorization (PA) process. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) estimates that these changes will result in approximately $15 billion in savings for physician practices over the next decade.

Jan 25, 2024

2 min read

Molly Peltzman, STS Advocacy

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Lung Cancer Screenings and the Use of AI

Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer in the U.S. Early detection of lung cancer through low-dose computed tomography (LDCT) screening has been shown to significantly reduce lung cancer mortality in high-risk populations and is currently recommended annually by the U.S.

Nov 28, 2023

5 min read

Chi-Fu Jeffrey Yang, MD

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New Frontiers in Lung Preservation

While expanding geographic boundaries will ultimately enable better organ and recipient matching, it poses inherent challenges to organ preservation.

Nov 28, 2023

3 min read

Brandon A. Guenthart, MD

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The Scoop on Executive Coaching for Physicians

Physicians undergo extensive technical training to develop the required expertise for the responsible care of patients. Cardiothoracic surgery training is narrow and deep and rarely addresses skills necessary for effective communication, the cultivation of self-awareness, listening, and what it takes to build high-performing teams. Dr. Frank Rosinia and Dr.

Nov 22, 2023

8 min read