On Friday, May 8, 2020, CTSNet hosted a live event to find out what our colleagues in Nigeria, Sudan, Tanzania, and South Africa are seeing and doing as they brace for the impact of COVID-19.
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Professional Affairs
July 28, 2020
July 24, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has a substantial impact on the availability of the already scant cardiac surgical services in low- and middle-income countries, but opportunities arise for post-COVID-19 cardiac surgical care expansion through a health systems lens.
July 15, 2020
Filmed at the 2020 STS Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, Mara Antonoff moderates a discussion on maintaining physical health to prevent burnout in cardiothoracic surgery.
July 10, 2020
In this CTSNet Interview, Mara Antonoff discusses the background, inspiration, and career stepping stones with Dr Yolonda Colson, the newly elected vice president of AATS.
July 8, 2020
With the COVID-19 pandemic having the potential to completely overwhelm the U.S. healthcare system, designated COVID-19 hospitals can more effectively utilize resources and personnel, improve treatment, and limit nosocomial spread.
July 7, 2020
Shanda Blackmon, Miia Lehtinen, and Meghana Helde discuss structured mentorship and organic sponsor relationships for women during cardiothoracic surgery training, as well as working toward leadership roles and the importance of fostering an environment of inclusion and recognition.
June 24, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted the delivery of pediatric cardiac surgery services in low and middle income countries as much as in wealthy countries, but the consequences will have longer effects.
June 18, 2020
Filmed at the 2020 STS Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, Lisa R. DeGarmo of McGovern Medical School at UTHealth in Houston, Texas, moderates a discussion for advanced practice providers.
June 4, 2020
Filmed at the 2020 STS Annual Meeting in New Orleans, Louisiana, Jessica Luc interviews Marc Ruel about his pioneering work in minimally invasive cardiac surgical operations.
May 22, 2020
Korte et al. studied the results of a surgical exposure and assessment program for cardiac surgery residents and fellows. The program constitutes simulator training, self-organized trainings, and instructed workshops, and was evaluated within students, residents, and fellows.