Membership Overview
To ensure that the AATS builds upon its core values, aspiring members must be nominated by Active, Honorary, or Senior members of the Association to complete the application process and be evaluated by the Membership Committee.
Founded in 1917, the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS), is comprised of more than 1,500 of the world’s foremost cardiothoracic surgeons from 46 countries.
AATS members have a proven record of distinction within the specialty and have made significant contributions to the care and treatment of cardiothoracic disease throughout the world.
Senior Membership
Members are moved to Senior Membership at the age of 70. For those who are not 70, but have retired, you can request Senior Membership status. Senior members do not pay annual dues and can subscribe to Journals at member discount rates.
To request Senior Membership please download the request form below and send it to AATS Membership Specialist, Cole Garrison, at cgarrison@aats.org
Core Values
- Leadership: Demonstrating citizenship, integrity, and professionalism
- Excellence in Patient Care: Dedicating ourselves to the care of thoracic and cardiovascular patients
- Research and Innovation: Advancing the field through the creation and application of new knowledge
- Education: Disseminating knowledge and commitment to lifelong learning
- Mentoring: Fostering the next generation of healthcare specialists for thoracic and cardiovascular patients