Dr. Luthar explains how our fast-paced, high-stress world often leads to isolation and loneliness and how real connections with others is the glue that holds our mental well-being together.
58 min.
During this incredibly honest conversation, Dr. Maddaus generously shares his own personal stories and real-world experiences that included a poor and abusive alcoholic upbringing.
1 hr. 5 min.

First-of-its-kind study examines the impact of ‘sham feeding’ on patient recovery

CHICAGO (September 10, 2021) — Chewing gum after heart surgery may kickstart the digestive tract, helping patients feel better and potentially be discharged sooner than those who don't use this generally safe and simple intervention, according to research presented today at the 18th Annual Perioperative and Critical Care Conference from The Society of Thoracic Surgeons.

Sep 9, 2021

Study shows ERAS program with multidisciplinary team leads to significant patient benefits 

**A recorded press briefing featuring this research is available.**

Sep 9, 2021
This fascinating discussion of metabolic health and nutrition exposes some of the leading myths that underlie the current pandemic of diet-related disease.
1 hr. 3 min.
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How to establish stability in a seemingly uncontrollable situation
5 min read
Thomas K. Varghese Jr., MD, MS, MBA
Why are we obsessed with the things we want and bored when we get them? Why is addiction “perfectly logical” to an addict? Dopamine, according to Dr. Lieberman.
1 hr. 7 min.
Forming good habits is hard and breaking bad habits can be even harder.
1 hr. 6 min.

WASHINGTON (July 30, 2021) — A coalition of cardiovascular societies have issued the following statement in support of all health care systems requiring COVID-19 vaccines for health care and long-term care employees:

Jul 30, 2021

Hosted by Thomas K. Varghese Jr., MD, MS, the “Beyond the Abstract” program explores the “whys” behind articles in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery and discusses next steps with authors and thought leaders.

30 min

Twenty institutions top the list for the most cardiothoracic surgery research and education grants funded by TSF

Jul 29, 2021
Listeners learn why we “say yes to everything”—a habit that often results in constant busyness and overwhelm.
1 hr.