On Thursday, Jan. 23, the Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) kicked off its pre-conference for STS 2025. The program featured three concurrent half-day symposia designed to enhance attendees' educational experience at this year's Annual Meeting.
The symposium, Lung Cancer: Clinical Trials Meet Clinical Practice, explored the rapidly evolving landscape of early-stage and locally advanced non-small cell lung cancer. Through interactive formats, participants examined recent diagnostic breakthroughs and key clinical trials, gaining practical strategies to integrate this knowledge into their daily practice.
The STS APP Conference: Redesigning the Future Together marked the inaugural program dedicated to advanced practice providers (APPs) in cardiothoracic surgery. This event focused on innovative ways to enhance the role of APPs, strengthen clinical management, and present strategies for professional success and leadership. Expert-led sessions and collaborative discussions provided attendees with valuable insights into improving patient care, driving clinical excellence, and fostering career development.
The Aortic Universe: From Birth to Adulthood symposium provided a comprehensive overview of aortic disease across all age groups. Participants learned about diagnosing, treating, and managing the full spectrum of congenital and acquired aortic conditions. "Through videos, detailed case-based presentations, and surgical techniques, these courses helped strengthen our ability to provide the highest level of care to those affected by aortic disease," said course co-director Ibrahim Sultan, MD, a cardiothoracic surgeon at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center.