Free Webinar: Economic Impact of COVID and Implications for the Future of Cardiothoracic Surgery
The COVID pandemic has not only had a devastating humanitarian impact, but it also has shocked health care system finances. In this webinar, STS President Joseph A. Dearani, MD, will talk with cardiothoracic surgeons, a hospital executive, and a...
1-Jul-2020 9:00 AM EDT
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The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Condemns Racism, Racial Inequities in Health Care
The Society of Thoracic Surgeons shares a message condemning racism, racial inequities in health care
1-Jun-2020 5:05 PM EDT
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‘Vibrant’ Cardiothoracic Surgery Specialty Faces Considerable Challenges Head-On
Heart and lung surgeons are fully aware of the difficulties that exist in the intensely demanding and competitive specialty of cardiothoracic surgery; even still, they report being extremely satisfied with their jobs—more so than ever before.
11-May-2020 6:05 AM EDT
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STS Develops Resource Utilization Tool for Cardiac Surgery During COVID-19
To assist health care providers in triaging adult cardiac surgery cases, The Society of Thoracic Surgeons has developed an interactive resource utilization prediction tool.
8-Apr-2020 10:05 AM EDT
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How Will COVID-19 Impact My Upcoming Surgery?
If you or a loved one just had a scheduled cardiac or thoracic operation postponed because of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, you are not alone.
23-Mar-2020 2:50 PM EDT
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COVID-19: the US Perspective
Dr. T. Sloane Guy describes how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospitals and patients in the US and what it means for the cardiothoracic surgery specialty.
20-Mar-2020 8:40 AM EDT
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Frailty May Be Highly Predictive of Complications, Death in Patients with Mitral Valve Disease
Frailty measurements have become increasingly important in assessing surgical risk in patients with mitral valve disease, and research published online today in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery shows that frailty plays a significant role in outcomes...
16-Mar-2020 8:35 AM EDT
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COVID-19: the Hong Kong Perspective
Dr. Alan D. L. Sihoe offers an international perspective on COVID-19 and shares his personal experience and thoughts on how the coronavirus pandemic has affected Hong Kong and what it means for the rest of the world.
18-Mar-2020 11:45 AM EDT
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The Pandemic’s Byproduct: Work-Life Integration, At Last
Dr. Mara B. Antonoff shares how working from home and virtual meetings have improved her work-life balance and advocates for keeping some of these protocols in place after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides.
27-May-2020 3:05 PM EDT
Cardiothoracic Surgery in the COVID Crisis: Global Summit on Reactivating Cardiothoracic Surgery Programs
This special worldwide STS webinar focused on the recovery of cardiothoracic surgery in the post-COVID era. STS President Joseph A. Dearani, MD, was joined by cardiothoracic surgeon leaders from around the world.
19-May-2020 12:40 PM EDT
Cardiothoracic Surgeons Offer Compassion, Perseverance, and Experience during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Vinod H. Thourani describes how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting cardiothoracic surgeons and their patients and how the specialty is uniquely equipped to handle the high-intensity work of actively managing COVID-19 patients.
6-May-2020 12:45 PM EDT
Smoking Increases Risk for COVID-19 Complications—So It’s a Great Time to Quit
It is well known that smoking results in worse outcomes in people with pneumonia or influenza, and we are learning that smoking can pose significant risks in those with COVID-19.
14-Apr-2020 4:05 PM EDT
Internationally Recognized Cardiothoracic Surgeon Available for Comment on Aortic Dissection
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Expert Available to Discuss NELSON Trial and Lung Cancer Screening
30-Jan-2020 10:55 AM EST
Youth Vaping Epidemic: Expert Available to Discuss Transplantation as Treatment for Lung Injuries Associated with Vaping
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Expert Available to Discuss Dangers of Vaping and Associated Lung Illness
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