The American Association for Thoracic Surgery is proud to showcase our distinguished award winners past and present.
Lifetime Achievement Award
The American Association for Thoracic Surgery established the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003. The Award serves to recognize individuals for their significant contributions to cardiothoracic surgery in the areas of patient care, teaching, research, or community service. Honorees receive a plaque for Lifetime Achievement from the Association presented by the president at the Annual Meeting and the honoree's name and biography is printed in the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.
Previous recipientsLifetime Mentorship Achievement Award
The American Association for Thoracic Surgery Lifetime Mentorship Achievement Award was established by the Association in 2023. The Award serves to honor individuals who demonstrate unparalleled dedication to the professional development, education, and advancement of others. Honorees receive an engraved award for Lifetime Mentorship Achievement from the Association presented by the President at the Annual Meeting and the Honoree’s name and biography is printed in the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.
Previous RecipientsScientific Achievement Award
The American Association for Thoracic Surgery Scientific Achievement Award was established by the Association in 1994. The Award serves to honor individuals who have achieved scientific contributions in the field of thoracic surgery worthy of the highest recognition the Association can bestow. Honorees receive a Medallion for Scientific Achievement from the Association presented by the president at the Annual Meeting and the honoree’s name and biography is printed in the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Previous Recipients