Dr. John Ikonomidis is the lead author of a new paper that explores the decline of surgeons who are applying for and receiving grants, publishing less, and feeling that research is not a part of their role.
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Career Development Blog

Congratulations on becoming a credentialed cardiothoracic surgeon. I hope that you continue to find meaning in your work. You have and will continue to serve not only as an inspiration, but also as a bridge for trainees (like me) to the world of cardiothoracic surgery.

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Clauden Louis, MD
Event dates
Sep 24–26, 2020
Location
Virtual Conference
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Career Development Blog
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Erin A. Gillaspie, MD, MPH
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In the News: A Surgeon's View
Although the concept of parents taking time off to bond with a newborn child would seem to be a reasonable and straightforward expectation, parental leave for surgeons can still be a major logistical challenge.
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Melanie A. Edwards, MD
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In the News: A Surgeon's View
Surgeons with a higher number of unprofessional behavior reports also had a significant increase in their patients' 30-day operative complication rates.
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Todd K. Rosengart, MD

The job market for cardiothoracic surgeons is more promising now than it has been in decades. So how can residents and fellows be successful in finding that first job? Vinay Badhwar, MD asks seasoned and early career colleagues for tips on making a good impression during an interview, making sure that the job is a great fit, how to find the best career resources, and how to engage and maintain good mentors. In addition to Dr. Badhwar, the video features John Ikonomidis, MD, PhD, Damien J. LaPar, Gabriel Loor, MD, and Rishinda M. Reddy, MD.