105th AATS Annual Meeting

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Science and Education

We invite you to submit your research to the AATS Mechanical Support and Thoracic Transplantation Summit.

Meeting News

Mechanical Support and Thoracic Transplantation Summit Call for Abstracts

The Mechanical Support and Thoracic Transplantation abstract submission is an opportunity to present research and scholarly activity during the meeting taking place September 5-6, 2025. Abstracts are due Monday, June 16 at 11:59PM ET.

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Research and Innovation

The Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery (JTCVS) publishes original, peer-reviewed articles on techniques and developments in acquired cardiac surgery, congenital cardiac repair, and general thoracic procedures.

Featured JTCVS Article

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External aortic annuloplasty with dedicated expansible ring improves outcomes in remodeling root repair compared with homemade Dacron ring

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Leadership and Mentoring

Fostering the next generation of healthcare specialists for thoracic and cardiovascular patients.

Annual Meeting

Watch: Annual Meeting Early Career & Mentoring Opportunities

The 105th Annual Meeting program includes sessions that provide opportunities for all attendees.

AATS Foundation

Support the D. Craig Miller Honoring Our Mentors Program

The D. Craig Miller Honoring Our Mentors Program supports early career surgeon-investigators conducting hypothesis-driven research in basic science, translational, and/or clinical topics of significance. Your support is crucial in recognizing the generational impact Dr. Miller has had on our specialty and in continuing his legacy of research and academic leadership at the highest level.

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Past Presidents

The AATS has named a cardiothoracic surgeon as President of the Association since 1917, beginning with Samuel J. Meltzer. The now annual presidential transition involves passing of the presidential chains which symbolize the legacy of AATS presidency.

View the full presidential lineage