The International Thoracic Surgical Oncology Summit abstract submission is an opportunity to present research and scholarly activity during the meeting taking place September 26-27, 2025. Abstracts are due Monday, June 23 at 11:59PM ET.
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.
The AATS Foundation is currently offering multiple exceptional fellowships and educational programs for medical students and early to senior surgeons. Applications are being accepted now through July 1.
Support the G. Alexander Patterson Honoring Our Mentors Program
Join the AATS Foundation in honoring a leader in thoracic surgery whose visionary contributions to lung transplantation, academic leadership, and surgical education have left an enduring mark on the specialty. The Alec Patterson program’s mission is unique within the AATS Foundation and provides funding for scholarships for Surgeon-Scientists, research scholarships focused on thoracic and transplant surgery, grants to advance thoracic surgical practice in developed and developing countries, and more. Support this program by donating today.
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.
