Same Surgeon, Different Light Podcast

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#131: Same Surgeon, Different Light: Dr. Allan Pickens

Listeners will discover interesting personal details such as Dr. Pickens, along with his five siblings, grew up on a farm in a rural Alabama town.
30 min.
Same Surgeon, Different Light Podcast

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#129: Same Surgeon, Different Light: Dr. Sharon Ben-Or

This inspirational leader shares remarkable, thought-provoking details about her journey into medicine.
50 min.
Same Surgeon, Different Light Podcast

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#127: Same Surgeon, Different Light: Dr. Jenna Romano

Dr. Romano has overcome stigmas and changed paradigms, and she’s done this by confidently wearing her emotions on her sleeve.
41 min.
Press Release from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Press Release
ECMO May Offer Sickest COVID Patients Chance for ‘Exceptional Survival’

Patient selection and management strategies help improve outcomes 

CHICAGO (March 10, 2022)—Some patients with severe COVID-19 who are treated with extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) may experience significant lung recovery and return to normal lives with “meaningful” long-term outcomes, according to research published online today in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery.

Mar 2, 2022
Career Development Blog

Blog
Introducing New Technology to an Institution

As an early career surgeon, you don’t want to be left on an island without the backing of your partners and department leaders., Robert M. Van Haren, MD, MsPH
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Robert M. Van Haren, MD, MsPH
Same Surgeon, Different Light Podcast

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#125: Same Surgeon, Different Light: Dr. Raja Flores

With generous detail, Dr. Flores describes his “jagged line” to cardiothoracic surgery, while crediting luck and his supportive mom for much of his success.
53 min.
Press Release from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Press Release
New Medicare Lung Cancer Screening Guidelines a Huge Step Forward – More Lives to Be Saved

Providers Should Pursue Quality Assurance as Screening Proliferates

Feb 11, 2022
Annals of Thoracic Surgery Podcast - Beyond the Abstract

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#123: Beyond the Abstract: Demographic Landscape of Cardiothoracic Surgeons and Residents at United States Training Programs

Ourania A. Preventza, MD, MBA, examines demographic trends among cardiothoracic surgery trainees in all accredited US training programs over the past 13 years.
28 min
Same Surgeon, Different Light Podcast

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#122: Same Surgeon, Different Light: Dr. Gail Darling

This “giant” in cardiothoracic surgery shares her perspectives and thoughts about overcoming challenges associated with shattering glass ceilings, constant changes in cardiothoracic surgery, and the need to adopt a growth mindset in the quest for excellence.
42 min.
Career Development Blog

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Taking Over for a Senior Partner

3 min read
Olugbenga T. Okusanya, MD

Press Release
John H. Calhoon Elected President of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

University of Texas surgeon will focus on strengthening relationship with cardiology and addressing surgeon payment 

CHICAGO (January 30, 2022) – Cardiothoracic surgeon John H. Calhoon, MD, from The University of Texas Health Science Center (UT Health) at San Antonio, was elected President of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons during the organization’s virtual 58th Annual Meeting today.

Jan 28, 2022
Press Release from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Press Release
Two Honored for Outstanding Achievement, Exemplary Leadership in Cardiothoracic Surgery

STS Distinguished Service Award recognizes dedication to the Society and the specialty

CHICAGO (January 30, 2022) — In recognition of extraordinary efforts and steadfast service, Joseph A. Dearani, MD, and Joseph E. Bavaria, MD, each have been presented with The Society of Thoracic Surgeons 2022 Distinguished Service Award at the Society’s 58th Annual Meeting.

Jan 28, 2022