Today is the LAST DAY to apply for the Eric J. Lehr, MD Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship. Make sure to submit your application by midnight eastern tonight to be considered! #scholarship #medstudent #medicalscholarship

It's International Day of Charity! When making your donations today, remember that the ECTSS is a 501c3 Nonprofit Organization, meaning that your contributions are completely TAX DEDUCTIBLE. Donations go directly to our scholarship funds to bring trainees to the Annual Meeting!

Pack your Hawaiian shirts and floral dresses - the President's Dinner is a LUAU this year! We promise it will be Aloha-t of fun! Annual Meeting registration is required for this event. Register now at https://t.co/CodZ7PuHIe

Meet Dr. David Tom Cooke who will be presenting "Using the STS Database to Support Diverse Practice Models and Patient-Centered Care" as part of the ECTSS Annual Meeting, being held October 15-18, 2025 at the Ritz-Carlton in Amelia Island, Florida. Register NOW!

Introducing the ECTSS Quick Shot Competition! Being held on October 17th before the President's Luau. The stakes are high, who will come out on top? Register for the Annual Meeting to see the competition!

We are STILL accepting new members! Apply on our website to be officially voted into the ECTSS at the Annual Meeting in October! Members recieve discounted registration fees, access to members only content, and can serve in leadership positions! #ectss #cardiac #thoracic

Meet Dr. Ralph J. Damiano who will be speaking as part of the ECTSS Annual Meeting, being held from October 15th - 18th at the gorgeous Ritz-Carlton in Amelia Island, Florida. Register and book your housing NOW to ensure you are able to hear from experts in the field!

MEET THE 2025 DAVID B. CAMPBELL/ FRED WEBER LECTURER: TIRONE E. DAVID, MD. Dr. David is the Melanie Munk Chair of Cardiovascular Surgery at the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre. He is also internationally recognized for developing the 'David Operation". Register NOW!

Sign up for the CASE BOWL when you register for the Annual Meeting to test your knowledge in music and CT surgery! All participants recieve a t-shirt and the winning team will win a prize! Trust us - you don't want to miss it - Laughs guarenteed.

Meet Dr. Linda W. Martin, who will be presenting "ERAS for Thoracic Surgery" during the ECTSS Annual Meeting, being held October 15-18, 2025 at the stunning Ritz-Carlton in Amelia Island, Florida. Register and book your housing NOW!

NEW TO THIS YEAR'S ANNUAL MEETING - ECTSS Meet the Mentors Cocktail Hour! This will be an informal cocktail hour for medical students, residents and fellows to network with leaders in our field in a casual, lowkey environment!

Are you a medical student looking to understand different closure techniques, acquire basic suturing skills, and learn how to choose the right needle and suturing material? Register for the Medical Student Simulation Workshop for FREE when you register for the Annual Meeting!

Dr. Bakaeen's presentation, "CABG: A Story of Endurance and Evolution", will take place on Friday, October 17th, during the 63rd ECTSS Annual Meeting in Amelia Island, FL. Mark your calendars, and we will see you there! @FaisalBakaeen

DEADLINE TOMORROW! Do you want to become more involved in the Society? Are you already involved and want to ensure that you stay involved? Be sure to nominate yourself before 11:59 pm EST TOMORROW, August 11th to ensure you are considered by the Nominating Committee!

Are you a Fellow or resident interested in cardiac surgery? Sign up for the Cardiac Fellows course when you register for the Annual Meeting to secure your spot. Trainees in attendance will recieve a $500 travel stipend at the conclusion of the program.

It’s here! The 2025 ECTSS Annual Meeting Program is officially LIVE! Join us in Amelia Island, FL this October 15–18 for an unforgettable week of innovation, education, and connection in cardiothoracic surgery. Start planning your trip to Amelia Island!

Excited to represent @MayoClinic at ECTSS @ECTSS_CTsurg with an accepted abstract!

Outstanding and enjoyable meeting @ECTSS_CTsurg

INTRODUCING THE 2025 JAMES W. MCGOVERN MEMORIAL LECTURER: CLIFFORD W. BARLOW, MD! Dr. Barlow is an expert in cardiac surgery and is deeply committed to surgical education. Register today for the 2025 Annual Meeting to secure your spot. You won't want to miss this lecture!

ATTENTION - WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE DAVID CAMPBELL, FRED WEBER AND JEDI SCHOLARSHIPS! Visit https://t.co/RVxlMfqNKX to apply! All applications must be submitted by Monday, September 8th to be considered #futuresurgeons #scholarship #carduac #thoracic #ctsurgery