Demystify the Oral Board Exam with STS Prep
Event dates
Apr 16 – May 7, 2024
Location
Virtual
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executive coach

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.

8 min read
Dr. Dawn Hui and Dr. Frank Rosinia
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lung cancer
Dr. Blackmon shares her inspiration for becoming a thoracic surgeon and underscores the importance of lung cancer screenings.
3 min read
Shanda H. Blackmon, MD, MPH
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advocacy
As long as the values of the STS-PAC remain in line with my own, I will continue to contribute to it.
3 min read
David Blitzer, MD
Hear groundbreaking research and insight into the healing powers and medical benefits of forgiveness.
1 hr
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consulting
Learn how to deploy a strategy to intentionally work with consultants and achieve the highest quality of care.
4 min read
Melanie A. Edwards, MD

Leaders in cardiothoracic surgery share valuable information about the transition from training to practice from academic, private practice, and hospital perspectives. Topics will include networking with colleagues, conducting a job search, negotiating a contract, and managing personal finances.

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Duration
59 min.

Harvard researcher Todd Rose talks with Dr. Michael Maddaus about changing the way people think about success. Author of Dark Horse: Achieving Success Through the Pursuit of Fulfillment, Rose shares his story on the unlikely paths that led him to fulfillment and success, and what it takes to beat the odds.

1 hr 35 min.