The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

In the latest episode of Same Surgeon, Different Light, live from #STS 2025, co-hosts Drs. Sara Pereira and Cherie Erkmen speak with Dr. Stephen Yang from Johns Hopkins Medicine about how the Looking to the Future Scholarship provides medical students and residents with mentorship, networking opportunities, and exposure to the STS Annual Meeting, inspiring them to pursue cardiothoracic surgery. Tune in today: https://ow.ly/GZg250VsETt #TheFaceofCTSurgery

Match Day was a record-breaking milestone for healthcare. March 21 marked a significant day for the healthcare community with the 2025 Main Residency Match smashing records as the largest and most competitive event in its history. More than 52,000 applicants vied for 43,237 residency spots, signaling a growing interest in transformative specialties like cardiothoracic surgery. This achievement reflects the extraordinary commitment of our future physicians in shaping a healthier tomorrow. Congratulations to all who matched—your journey has only just begun! Read more here: https://ow.ly/cZMh50VsBjE #CTCareers #CTSurgery

New Thinking Thoracic episode! Drs. Gavitt Woodard and Christopher Seder explore their latest research on lobectomy vs. sublobar resection using the STS General Thoracic Surgery Database. Their findings provide insights into surgical outcomes for early-stage NSCLC and the role of lymph node evaluation. Tune in to learn how real-world data is shaping lung cancer treatment. Listen now. https://ow.ly/ziHP50Vpb0b #CTsurgery #thinkingthoracic

In response to President Trump's Executive Order on workforce optimization, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has announced sweeping changes to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). These changes include the elimination of 10,000 positions across key agencies such as the FDA, CDC, NIH, and CMS, reducing the workforce by approximately 25%. Additionally, the department’s 28 divisions will be consolidated into 15, with new entities like the Administration for a Healthy America merging several agencies to enhance efficiency. These changes could have significant implications for cardiothoracic surgeons and their patients. While the implementation details remain unclear, potential legal challenges may arise. Amid this uncertainty, STS is committed to supporting our members through the transition and will continue to advocate for both our specialty and our patients. Learn more about the proposed restructuring. https://ow.ly/5Zck50VsBhf #STSAdvocacy #CTsurgery

Join an expert panel for in-depth discussion of the latest advances, controversies, and best practices in conduit strategies for CABG. It's free to register! https://ow.ly/TAIC50VrKgg Marc Ruel Joseph Sabik Irbaz Hameed

Do you ever say to yourself, “I don’t feel like doing this today?” On this episode of The Resilient Surgeon, Tim Pychyl, PhD, procrastination researcher and author of Solving the Procrastination Puzzle, talks about why people procrastinate and how to avoid it. Listen today. https://ow.ly/vSba50VnKZY #CTsurgery #PhysicianWellness

UT Medical Center (Knoxville) received a substantial $5.46 million grant from its state Department of Health to support its mobile lung cancer screening program. STS submitted a letter of support for this request, underscoring the impact of mobile screening and our national efforts to improve access to early detection. #STSadvocacy https://ow.ly/HTan50VqvPp Photo: Dr. Sean Jordan and Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN) at one of their lung cancer screening educational events

Looking ahead—Dr. Jenna Romano shares her hopes for the future of women in cardiothoracic surgery. This #WomensHistoryMonth, we recognize the progress made and the work still to come. #WomenInMedicine #CTSurgery

Dr. Carrie Dubeau shares the impact of connecting with other women in cardiothoracic surgery and the importance of building relationships in the field. This #WomensHistoryMonth, we celebrate the women who inspire and support each other. #WomenInMedicine #CTSurgery

You've got more time! The deadline for submissions related to coronary artery surgery is now April 10. Share your work! (And register by April 15 for early bird savings!) https://ow.ly/6Taj50Vmssh