The latest techniques and management strategies in cardiovascular and thoracic critical care and enhanced recovery after surgery for the entire care team.
Event dates
Oct 9–10, 2026
Location
Baltimore, MD
An opportunity for early and mid-career STS surgeon members to learn how to lead in and out of the OR.
Event dates
Oct 22, 2026 – Jan 27, 2027
Location
Virtual, Chicago, and San Diego

This STS South Asia webinar will bring together experienced aortic surgeons to discuss contemporary approaches to aortic root pathology, with a focus on practical decision-making in complex clinical scenarios. The discussion will cover indications for aortic root replacement, valve-sparing root replacement, the Bentall procedure, and strategies for challenging anatomical and intraoperative situations.

Date
8 a.m. ET

This webinar will explore how circulating tumor DNA (ctDNA) and minimal residual disease (MRD) can inform care across perioperative lung cancer care. Faculty will discuss practical approaches to ctDNA sampling before and after surgery, including its integration with imaging, and examine how MRD findings may guide conversations about treatment escalation, de-escalation, and clinical trial referral.

Date
7 p.m. ET
An STS collaboration with the Asian Society for Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery.
Event dates
Nov 13–14, 2026
Location
Tokyo, Japan
A world-class, international event that will explore the latest developments and best practices in coronary artery disease, congenital heart disease, thoracic aortic disease, atrial fibrillation, and the surgical management of heart failure
Event dates
Dec 3–5, 2026
Location
Santiago, Chile
The premier annual event in cardiothoracic surgery, unveiling never-before-seen science, techniques, and technology, and creating a forum to build lasting connections with colleagues.
Event dates
Jan 28–31, 2027
Location
San Diego, California

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Date
Duration
1 hr. 2 min.
An experiential foundation and hands-on practice in basic cardiothoracic operating skills for first-year residents.
Event dates
Aug 21–24, 2025
Location
Chicago, IL

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Date
Duration
1 hr. 2 mins.
Hear tips and best practices for navigating the start of your cardiothoracic surgery residency.
Date
Duration
1 hr. 6 mins.
A multidisciplinary approach to lung cancer staging and diagnosis from medical oncology, pulmonology, and cardiothoracic surgery perspectives
Date
Duration
1 hr. 3 mins.
A program in Spanish (with English subtitles) on the features and challenges associated with cardiac surgery in women.
Date
Duration
1 hr. 43 mins.