Career Development

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The Cost of Changing Jobs

Cardiothoracic surgeons often are faced with desirable opportunities to change institutions. Melanie Edwards, MD, a member of the STS Career Development Communications Task Force explains, it's important to take your time weighing the pros and cons. The worst thing you can do is get swept up in the moment and make a decision too quickly.

Mar 15, 2024

4 min read

Melanie Edwards, MD

Blog
How to Kick Start an Education Career Path

The education of medical students and residents is critical for the future growth and improvement in the field of cardiothoracic surgery. Early career cardiothoracic surgeons need to be involved in helping the next generation of surgeons establish and advance their careers. In this article, learn about ways you can get involved.

Jan 22, 2024

4 min read

Robert M. Van Haren, MD

STS 2025 collage: heart, lungs drawings, color blocks

Event
61st STS Annual Meeting

The premier annual event in cardiothoracic surgery, unveiling never-before-seen science, techniques, and technology, and creating a forum to build lasting connections with colleagues.

Jan 24–26, 2025

Los Angeles Convention Center, California

STS Surgeon Compensation Survey

Event
2024 STS Boot Camp

An experiential foundation and hands-on practice in basic cardiothoracic operating skills for first-year residents.

Aug 22–25, 2024

Chicago, IL

Podcast
#162, S3: The Power of Wonder

In this episode of The Resilient Surgeon, Dr. Michael Maddaus interviews Monica Parker, author of The Power of Wonder: The Extraordinary Emotion That Will Change the Way You Live, Learn, and Lead.

Parker has spent decades helping people discover how to lead and live wonderfully by cultivating curiosity, empathy, and open mindedness. Here, she explains the elements and elicitors of wonder, and how it can transform people's brains and bodies. It's about "becoming more wonder-prone and reconnecting with a reverence for the world and all the magic in it."

1 hr

STS Mock Oral Exam Course (seated panel of judges in lab coats)

Event
2024 STS Mock Oral Exam Course

Demystify the Oral Board Exam with STS Prep

Apr 16 – May 7, 2024

Virtual

Blog
The Scoop on Executive Coaching for Physicians

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.

Nov 22, 2023

8 min read

Dr. Dawn Hui and Dr. Frank Rosinia

Blog
Sharing Inspiration for Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Dr. Blackmon shares her inspiration for becoming a thoracic surgeon and underscores the importance of lung cancer screenings.

Nov 1, 2024

3 min read

Shanda H. Blackmon, MD, MPH

Podcast
#160, S3: Forgiveness - A Prescription for Good Health

Hear groundbreaking research and insight into the healing powers and medical benefits of forgiveness.

1 hr

Blog
What Surgeons Need to Know About Engaging Consultants

Learn how to deploy a strategy to intentionally work with consultants and achieve the highest quality of care.

Oct 30, 2023

4 min read

Melanie A. Edwards, MD

Webinar
Early Career Journey: The Business of Medicine—How to Successfully Transition from Training to Practice

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.

Dec 7, 2023

59 min.

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