Leadership and Mentoring
Fostering the next generation of healthcare specialists for thoracic and cardiovascular patients.
Mentoring Opportunity
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Meet with a Mentor Sessions
This popular program offers several opportunities for one-on-one Mentor Sessions. You will have the chance to ask questions, seek advice on your CV, and receive guidance from surgeon leaders. Sign up for the Meet with a Mentor sessions by adding them to your registration. View more opportunities for residents and early career surgeons.
Science and Education
We invite you to register for the AATS 106th Annual Meeting.
AATS Annual Meeting
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The AATS 106th Annual Meeting registration and program is now available. Join us in Chicago for ground-breaking science in cardiothoracic surgery. Early rate deadline: February 17.
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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Versatility of the right atrial wall for tricuspid valve repair in children with Ebstein anomaly
AATS Foundation
Support the next generation of cardiothoracic surgeons.
Join the AATS Foundation in honoring the legacy of Dr. William I. Norwood, a pioneering pediatric cardiac surgeon and visionary behind the Norwood procedure. The William I. Norwood Travel Awards are designed to encourage participation in Chicago during both the AATS 106th Annual Meeting and the AATS Congenital Valve Symposium, a half-day course scheduled for Friday, May 1, 2026. Donations to this program will invest in the next generation of adult cardiac and congenital cardiothoracic surgeons and provide early career surgeons the opportunity to learn from the masters in congenital heart surgery and network with hundreds of leaders in the field. Help bring congenital and adult cardiac surgeons together to advance their surgical skills and discuss innovative techniques. Dr. Norwood’s groundbreaking contributions to congenital heart surgery transformed the care of children with complex heart defects and inspired generations of surgeons worldwide.
Donate to the Norwood Travel AwardsA Tradition of Excellence
2023
Dr. Yolonda Colson, AATS President
103rd Annual Meeting - Los Angeles, CA
2022
Dr. Shaf Keshavjee, AATS President
102nd Annual Meeting - Boston, MA
2021
Dr. Marc Moon, AATS President
101st Annual Meeting - Seattle, WA/Virtual Event
2020
Dr. Vaughn A. Starnes
100th Annual Meeting - New York, NY/Virtual Event
2019
Dr. David H. Adams
99th Annual Meeting - Toronto, ON, Canada
2018
Dr. Duke E. Cameron
98th Annual Meeting - San Diego, CA
2017
Dr. Thoralf M. Sundt, III
97th Annual Meeting - Boston, MA
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.
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