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STSA Is Seeking Feedback from 2015 Annual Meeting Attendees

62nd Annual Meeting CME

More than 450 professional attendees earned 4,797 CME credits by participating in the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting November 4-7, 2016 in Lake Buena Vista, FL. STSA attendees can provide feedback about the long-term impact of the 62nd Annual Meeting on their practice by completing a 6-month follow-up survey.

The STSA 62nd Annual Meeting was held approximately six months ago from November 4-7, 2015 in Lake Buena Vista, FL.

By all accounts the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting was a huge success. The educational program featured more than 20 hours of ACCME-accredited content, and STSA awarded 4,797 CME credits (or the equivalent) to professional meeting attendees for their participation.

2015 total meeting registration set an all-time record high for STSA. 636 individuals registered for meeting compared to an average of 530 registrants for the previous five Annual Meetings. Industry participation was equally as impressive: 40 companies were represented in the Exhibit Hall, and six companies awarded STSA educational grant funding to assist in covering meeting-related costs.

Select STSA 2015 video presentations – including invited talks by Tirone David, MD and Robert Bartlett, MD – are available on CTSNet. Visit www.stsa.org/62ndannual to learn more about the meeting and review the full educational program.

If you joined STSA at the 62nd Annual Meeting, we want to hear from you. STSA is seeking feedback from 2015 Annual Meeting professional attendees to help determine the long-term impact of the educational program. All meeting registrants received an e-mail this morning including a link to the STSA 2015 Annual Meeting 6-month Follow-up Survey. If you attended the November 2015 STSA Annual Meeting but did not receive an e-mail inviting you to participate in the 6-month follow-up survey, please contact STSA and stsa@stsa.org or (312) 202-5892 for assistance. The deadline to complete the survey is May 4, 2016.

The purpose of the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting six-month follow-up survey is to measure the level to which CME content improved attendees’ long-term competence, performance, and/or patient outcomes in clinical practice. STSA also seeks to identify any barriers that have prevented attendees from implementing intended practice changes and improvements. Topic suggestions and feedback about current areas of need and professional practice gaps will be considered by the Postgraduate and Program Committees as they work to create the 63rd Annual Meeting November 9-12, 2016 in Naples, FL.

Save the date for STSA 2016: November 9-12 in Naples. The STSA 63rd Annual Meeting is shaping up to be another excellent event. STSA President, Dr. A.J. Carpenter, recently conducted a planning visit at the Naples Grande Beach Resort. The Postgraduate Committee is hard at work identifying 2016 invited talks and topics. The Program Committee is currently reviewing more than 260 abstract submissions in anticipation of their May 6 Program Planning Meeting in Chicago. Learn more at www.stsa.org/63rdannual.

April 26, 2016 | By More

STSA Brooks Scholarship Recipient Profile: Bogdan Kindzelski

The STSA Brooks Scholarship was established in 2010 in honor of Past President, James W. Brooks, MD. The Scholarship funds the travel of a 2nd, 3rd, or 4th year medical student to attend the STSA Annual Meeting.

Bogdan Kindzelski, a 4th year medical student at the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of CWRU, received a 2015 Brooks Scholarship. Richard Lee, MD, served as Bogdan’s STSA member mentor throughout the 62nd Annual Meeting. STSA Member, Keith Horvath, MD, nominated Bogdan for this award, saying “Bogdan has shown that he is a team player, has great rapport with patients and is beginning to develop and learn proper surgical techniques.”

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2015 STSA Brooks Scholar, Bogdan Kindzelski (left), attended an STSA 62nd Annual Meeting networking reception with Dr. Melanie Edwards and his STSA member mentor, Dr. Richard Lee (right).

Bogdan recently shared feedback with STSA about his experience as a Brooks Scholar attending the November 2015 STSA 62nd Annual Meeting.

What did you enjoy most about the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting and STSA Scholarship Program?
The meeting was fantastic; the opportunity to learn about cutting-edge research in addition to networking with the cardiothoracic surgery community, from fellow trainees to leaders in the field, was particularly memorable. My assigned mentor was exceptional and provided great career advice, facilitated introductions, and made sure that I felt welcome throughout the meeting.

Did the STSA Scholarship Program affect your level of interest in pursuing cardiothoracic surgery?
The program only strengthened my decision to pursue cardiothoracic surgery based on my experience from the scientific sessions, excellent lectures, jeopardy event, social events, interactions with other members, and guidance from my assigned mentor.

Was there anything about the STSA Annual Meeting that surprised you or stands out as different from your experiences at other national medical meetings?
The collegial atmosphere established during the STSA Annual Meeting was truly unique. The social events provided ample opportunity for exciting conversations and laughs. It was a privilege to interact with so many individuals who were willing to share their insight into the field of cardiothoracic surgery.  Everyone was cordial, approachable and truly vested in trainee mentorship and education.

Have you included your Brooks or Resident Scholarship award on your CV, and if so, do you believe the designation adds value to your resume?
Yes, it was an honor to include this designation on my CV. It has frequently become a talking point during my integrated cardiothoracic surgery interviews.

What was your overall impression of the STSA Scholarship Program?
My experience was exciting and enlightening. I would highly recommend any medical student considering cardiothoracic surgery to attend the STSA annual meeting and also to apply for the Brooks Scholarship.

STSA is pleased to announce that funding has been secured for two medical student Brooks Scholars to attend the STSA 63rd Annual Meeting, November 9-12, 2016 in Naples, FL. The 2016 Resident and Brooks Scholarship applications will be available in late-May.

Learn more about the STSA Brooks Scholarship and make a donation to help fund the program at www.stsa.org/awards. Contact STSA Headquarters with questions or to request additional information by e-mailing stsa@stsa.org or calling 312.202.5892.

February 2, 2016 | By More

STSA Resident Scholar Profile: Mansi Shah, MD

The STSA Resident Scholarship was established in 2014 to sponsor a general or thoracic surgery resident to travel to the STSA Annual Meeting. Mansi Shah, MD received the 2015 STSA Resident Scholarship and attended the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting – held November 4-7, 2015 in Lake Buena Vista, FL – where she was mentored by STSA Brooks Scholarship Committee Member, Stephen Yang, MD.

Dr. Shah is a general surgery resident at the University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill. STSA Member and University of North Carolina Hospitals’ Thoracic Surgery Residency Program Director, Benjamin Haithcock, MD, nominated Dr. Shah for the 2015 Resident Scholarship, describing her as a “phenomenal candidate.”

While attending the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting as a Resident Scholar, Dr. Shah also served as a Resident Moderator; she assisted STSA President, Andrea J. Carpenter, MD and STSA Past President, Richard Prager, MD in moderating the final plenary session of the meeting.

2015 Resident Scholar, Mansi Shah, MD

2015 STSA Resident Scholar, Mansi Shah, MD (center) moderated a plenary session with A.J. Carpenter, MD and Rich Prager, MD during the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting in Lake Buena Vista, FL on November 7, 2015.

STSA recently solicited Dr. Shah’s feedback about her experience at the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting.

What did you enjoy most about the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting and/or STSA Scholarship Program?
I thought being set up with a mentor was the greatest benefit of the meeting. Dr. Yang was a fantastic resource, and was able to introduce me to other meeting attendees. It really made me feel like a true member of the meeting. The opportunity to co-moderate a session at the meeting also was fantastic. I was able to meet more practicing CT surgeons and it provided a unique way for me to be an active member of the meeting.

Did the STSA Scholarship Program affect your level of interest in pursuing cardiothoracic surgery?
I have been undecided for a long time on a career in thoracic surgery, although interested. The meeting provided absolute confirmation that I am making the right decision.

If you were encouraged by an STSA member to apply for the Resident Scholarship, please describe how that encouragement affected your decision to apply.
I was unaware of the scholarship opportunity until I was encouraged by an STSA member to apply. Without the encouragement, I wouldn’t have even been aware of this fantastic opportunity, so I feel very fortunate.

Was there anything about the STSA Annual Meeting that surprised you or that stands out as different from your experiences at other national medical meetings?
I was pleasantly surprised as to how welcoming the members were. I think the smaller scale of this meeting compared to other national medical meetings made me feel more like an active participant of the meeting, as opposed to an observing outsider, while still exposing me to many leaders of the CT surgery field.

Have you included your Resident Scholarship award on your CV, and if so, do you believe the designation adds value to your resume?
Absolutely! Undeniably so.

What was your overall impression of the STSA Scholarship Program?
I cannot say enough great things about the STSA Scholarship Program. I am so honored to have been chosen as a recipient. Everyone involved in the process was extremely helpful and welcoming. The mentorship was one of the best parts, and absolutely should be continued. I think the Scholarship Program is a great way to expose residents interested in CT surgery to the CT surgery field outside of the clinical hospital setting. I can’t thank everyone enough for the wonderful experience I had!

STSA is pleased to announce that funding has been secured for two Resident Scholars to attend the STSA 63rd Annual Meeting, November 9-12, 2016 in Naples, FL. Learn more about STSA Scholarship Programs at www.stsa.org/awards. The 2016 Resident and Brooks Scholarship applications will be available in May 2016. Contact STSA Headquarters with questions or to request additional information by e-mailing stsa@stsa.org or calling 312.202.5892.

January 5, 2016 | By More

Video of Tirone David, MD’s Special Session Talk Posted

Tirone David, MD

Tirone David, MD presented the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Postgraduate Program Special Session talk on November 5, 2015 in Lake Buena Vista, FL.

Tirone E. David, MD presented the Special Session invited talk during the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Postgraduate Program on November 5, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL. Dr. David’s presentation, titled “Lifelong Observations on Heart Valve Surgery,” discusses the functional anatomy of heart valves and their role in surgical treatment, comparative results of various devices used for heart surgery, and repair versus replacement for the treatment of heart valve disease. He also draws upon his more than 30 years of clinical practice and experience to examine operative mortality, morbidity, and long-term outcomes, as well as procedures that improve patients’ survival and functional recovery.

View Dr. David’s STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Postgraduate Program Special Session Invited Talk:

Lifelong Observations on Heart Valve Surgery

Dr. David is a past president of the American Association of Thoracic Surgeons, and he currently serves as professor and head of the division of cardiothoracic surgery at Toronto General Hospital in Toronto, ON, Canada. He is world-renown for his surgical skills and innovations.

The STSA 63rd Annual Meeting Postgraduate Program will take place on Thursday, November 10, 2016 in Naples, FL at the Naples Grande Beach Resort. The Postgraduate Committee will meet in January to begin planning the Program in earnest. Contact STSA Headquarters with topic and speaker suggestions – or to share information about educational practice gaps in the field of CT surgery that you experience in your own practice – by e-mailing stsa@stsa.org.

December 16, 2015 | By More

View & Order STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Photos

STSA’s 62nd Annual Meeting was held November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL. Thank you to everyone who made contributions to this successful meeting, including STSA leadership, meeting attendees, and exhibitors!

Photos are now posted from the meeting.

STSA 62nd Annual MeetingSave the date! The STSA 63rd Annual Meeting will be held November 9-12, 2016 at the Naples Grande Beach Resort in Naples, FL. We hope to see you there!

The STSA 63rd Annual Meeting abstract submission process will open in early-February 2016. Learn more at www.stsa.org/abstracts. Contact STSA Headquarters with questions at stsa@stsa.org or 312.202.5892.

November 24, 2015 | By More

Claim 62nd Annual Meeting CME Credit by Nov. 21

62nd Annual Meeting CME

STSA 62nd Annual Meeting attendees evaluated and claimed CME credit on-site in Lake Buena Vista, FL.

Saturday, November 21 is the deadline to evaluate and claim CME credit for the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting, which was held November 4-2, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL.

The Southern Thoracic Surgical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. STSA designates the 62nd Annual Meeting for a maximum of 21.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. Non-physician attendees should complete the online evaluation in order to obtain a Certificate of Attendance.

Once attendees have completed the online evaluation and selected the number of CME credit hours they would like to claim for each 62nd Annual Meeting session that they attended, they can e-mail or print their CME certificate directly from the website.

Contact STSA Headquarters with questions at stsa@stsa.org or 312.202.5892.

November 20, 2015 | By More

STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Scientific Paper Award Recipients

Emily Downs, MD

Emily A. Downs, MD accepted the 2015 STSA Hawley Seiler Award during the 62nd Annual Meeting Awards Dinner & Dance on November 7, 2015 in Lake Buena Vista, FL.

The STSA 62nd Annual Meeting was held November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL. Over one hundred cardiothoracic surgeons and trainees presented their scientific research throughout the meeting.

Each year, the STSA President works with STSA Council and Program Committee members to select four scientific paper award recipients.

The 2015 Clifford Van Meter President’s Award was given to Anthony L. Estrera, MD for his Postgraduate Program presentation titled “Lessons learned from Total Aortic Replacement.” Dr. Estrera is Professor and Chief of Cardiac Surgery in the Department of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery at the University of Texas Houston Medical School in Houston, TX. The Clifford Van Meter President’s Award is given annually to the best adult cardiac surgery paper delivered at the STSA Annual Meeting. It is given on the basis of originality, content, and presentation.

The 2015 Carolyn Reed President’s Award was given to Jonathan Spicer, MD for his paper titled “The Influence of Reconstructive Technique on Perioperative Outcomes Following Chest Wall Resection.” Dr. Spicer is a general thoracic surgeon at McGill University in Montreal, QC, Canada. The Carolyn Reed President’s Award is given annually to the best general thoracic surgery paper delivered at the STSA Annual Meeting. It is given on the basis of originality, content, and presentation.

The 2015 George Daicoff President’s Award was given to James D. St. Louis, MD for his paper titled “Anomalous Aortic Origin of the Coronary Arteries: The Impact of Major Associated Congenital Cardiac Lesions.” Dr. St. Louis is Chief and Associate Professor Division of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis, MN. The George Daicoff Award is given annually to the best congenital paper delivered at the STSA Annual Meeting. It is given on the basis of originality, content, and presentation.

The 2015 Hawley Seiler Residents Competition Award was given to Emily A. Downs, MD for her paper titled “Minimally Invasive Mitral Valve Surgery Has Superior Outcomes To Conventional Sternotomy Without Increased Costs.” Dr. Downs is an I-6 resident at the University of Virginia Hospital in Charlottesville, VA. The Hawley Seiler Residents Competition Award is given annually to the resident presenter excelling in abstract quality as well as manuscript and oral presentation.

Reference the 62nd Annual Meeting Program Book to review presenter abstracts. Visit www.stsa.org/awards to view a full list of 2015 Annual Meeting award recipients.

Thank you to everyone who presented at and participated in the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting.

Save the date for the STSA 63rd Annual Meeting, which will be held November 9-12, 2016 at Naples Grande Beach Resort in Naples, FL. Submit an abstract for presentation at the 63rd Annual Meeting and compete for a 2016 Annual Meeting scientific presentation award! The 63rd Annual Meeting abstract submission process will open in February 2016.

November 10, 2015 | By More

STSA 62nd Annual Meeting: Know Before You Go

stsa email banner 3 The STSA 62nd Annual Meeting is just a few days away. Here is some useful information that you should know before you go:

Educational Program & CME Credit

Download the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Program Book for a full schedule of educational and social events and to review scientific paper abstracts.

Download the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Program Book addendum, which includes program updates and corrections and a list of additional companies that you can visit in the exhibit hall.

The Southern Thoracic Surgical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. STSA designates the 62nd Annual Meeting for a maximum of 21.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity. The 62nd Annual Meeting evaluation and credit claim process will be electronic this year. Meeting attendees will receive additional instructions to login and begin evaluating/claiming credit in the coming days.


Overflow Hotels & Ground Transportation

STSA has arranged room blocks at several hotels to accommodate all of our participants. If you are staying at a hotel other than the official STSA hotel, the Disney Yacht & Beach Club, please note that transportation will not be provided. The Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort is located within walking distance of the Disney Yacht & Beach Club.

Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club is located at 1700 Epcot Resorts Blvd, Lake Buena Vista, FL, 32830. Orlando International Airport (MCO) is approximately 21 miles from Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts. Cab fare is estimated at $65.00 one way. There are a variety of options for traveling to Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Convention Center:

  • Taxis are readily available at all hotels.
  • Taxis and private cars may be reserved in advance through Mears Transportation, Disney’s Preferred Transportation Provider. Please contact Mears Transportation at 855.463.2276, or make reservations online at www.mearstransportation.com.
  • A special car rental rate has been negotiated for STSA meeting attendees through Hertz. Call 800.654.6777 or visit www.hertz.com to make a reservation. The STSA Annual Meeting discount code is Convention Number (CV#) 04XS0003.

Registration

Visit the registration desk, located in the Yacht & Beach Club Convention Center Asbury Lobby, to pick up your name badge, program book, and any social activity tickets.

Registration hours are as follows:

  • Wednesday, November 4, 3:00 pm-8:00 pm
  • Thursday, November 5, 6:30 am-5:00 pm
  • Friday, November 6, 6:30 am-5:30 pm
  • Saturday, November 7, 6:45 am-11:00 am

Exhibits

Visit the Exhibit Hall, located in Grand Harbor Ballroom South, to learn about the latest technical and medical advances available in the field.

Exhibit hours are as follows:

  • Thursday, November 5, 12:00 pm-4:00 pm
  • Friday, November 6, 6:45 am-11:30 am & 1:00 pm-4:00 pm

A JCTSE Residents Jeopardy Competition will take place inside the Exhibit Hall during meeting breaks on Friday afternoon from 1:00 pm-2:00 pm and 3:30 pm-4:00 pm.


Social Activities & Networking Opportunities

Plan to participate in the following special events:

  • All Attendee Luncheon, Friday, November 6, 12:00 pm, Yacht Club Marina: STSA will host an All Attendee Luncheon on Friday, November 6, immediately following the General Session and Dr. Calhoon’s Presidential Address. Join STSA at the Yacht Club Marina at 12:00 pm. Dessert will be served inside the Exhibit Hall.
    • Photo Opportunity! Minnie Mouse will be stationed outside of the Exhibit Hall beginning at 1:00 pm; she will be ready to pose for photos and sign autographs for you and your guests.
  • President’s Mixer, Friday, November 6, 7:00 pm-10:00 pm, International Gateway: All meeting registrants receive two tickets to join STSA for the President’s Mixer on Friday evening from 7:00 pm-10:00 pm. The Mixer will conclude with dessert at Epcot®, where STSA will have a front-row seat for the 10:00 pm fireworks show.
    • Tickets are required for entry to the President’s Mixer! Tickets will be collected at the entrance to the Mixer and are required for entry. Small children may accompany a ticket-holding adult. Additional tickets may be purchased at the registration desk for $25.
    • Photo Opportunity! Mickey Mouse will be at the President’s Mixer to take photos and sign autographs for you and your guests.
  • Golf Tournament, Saturday, November 7, 12:00 pm, Disney’s Palm & Magnolia Golf Courses: Purchase Golf Tournament tickets and sign up your foursome at the registration desk.
  • Awards Dinner & Dance, Saturday, November 7, 7:00 pm-11:00 pm, Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Grand Harbor Ballroom North: Conclude your 62nd Annual Meeting experience with the Annual Awards Dinner & Dance. 2015 Annual Meeting presenter award recipients will be announced, and a great band – comprised of your fellow CT surgeon colleagues – will play throughout the evening. Dress is black tie optional; attendees may also dress in costume in order to compete for best-, most originally-, or most-outlandishly dressed. Tickets are $100 each, and reduced-price children’s tickets are also available. Purchase tickets and/or sign up for a table at the registration desk.

Dining Options, Disney MagicBand, & Theme Park Tickets

Enjoy a wide variety of dining options at the Disney Yacht & Beach Club and in the nearby area. Reservations are strongly recommended. The STSA program includes an open lunch hour on Thursday, November 5. The nearest quick-service dining options to the meeting are the Beach Club Marketplace, Captain’s Grille, and Hurricane Hannah’s Waterside Bar & Grill.

Disney guests now receive wristbands that replace traditional hotel room keys. In addition to hotel room entry, Disney MagicBands allow you to enter theme parks (valid ticket required); book dining reservations; and charge food, merchandise, and recreation purchases to your room. Learn more and start planning your trip at www.mydisneymeetings.com/stsa2015.


Kids Sandcastle Club & Baby-sitting Options

Children ages 3 to 12 are invited to enjoy games, have complimentary dinner and snacks, watch Disney movies, and interact with other children their age. The Sandcastle Club is available daily from 4:30 pm-midnight for $15.00 per hour per child. Reserve online or by calling 407.939.3463. Learn more about the Kids Sandcastle Club.

Baby-sitting services are available through Disney’s Kid’s Nite Out. Reserve by calling 407.828.0920. Advance reservations are required. Learn more about Disney’s Kid’s Nite Out.


Attire

Business professional attire is suggested for STSA 62nd Annual Meeting sessions and events.


Contact STSA Headquarters with questions by e-mailing stsa@stsa.org or calling 800.685.7872.

November 2, 2015 | By More

Thanks to 62nd Annual Meeting Corporate Supporters

The Southern Thoracic Surgical Association gratefully acknowledges the following companies for their support of the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting, November 4-7, 2015, at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL.

PLATINUM SUPPORTER ($20,000 or more)
Medtronic, Inc.

GOLD SUPPORTERS ($10,000-$19,999)
St. Jude Medical, Inc.
Terumo Cardiovascular Systems

SILVER SUPPORTERS ($5,000-$9,999)
Edwards Lifesciences
Ethicon Endo-Surgery, Inc.
Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals

Additional funding provided by:
Thoratec Corporation

Corporate support (educational grant funding) assists STSA in covering general meeting expenses related to the Annual Meeting. It is with the support of the above companies that STSA is able to host the 62nd Annual Meeting next week in Lake Buena Vista, FL.

The 62nd Annual Meeting will feature over 20 hours of educational sessions, and over 400 medical professionals are registered to attend. The educational program includes some of the foremost cardiothoracic surgical experts in the world.

Visit representatives from supporting companies in the Exhibit Hall on November 5 and 6 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts, Grand Harbor Ballroom South, in Lake Buena Vista, FL.

October 29, 2015 | By More

Glenn Whitman to Present at STSA on Thoracic Surgeon’s Role in the ICU

Glenn J.R. Whitman, MD

Glenn J.R. Whitman, MD (STSA 2015 Postgraduate Program Invited Speaker)

Glenn J.R. Whitman, MD will deliver an invited talk during the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Postgraduate Program on Thursday, November 5, 10:50 am-11:20 am. His talk, titled “Role of the Thoracic Surgeon in the ICU,” will address the importance of multidisciplinary rounds in the intensive care unit and factors that affect performance improvement in the clinical setting, including organizational structure and defining metrics that can be used to improve quality.

“It has become apparent that fulltime intensivists can decrease mortality and morbidity,” says Dr. Whitman. The purpose of this presentation is to address the important features of intensive care that have been shown to improve outcomes in the postoperative treatment of cardiac surgery patients.

STSA Annual Meeting participants who attend Dr. Whitman’s talk will learn:

  • What conditions are necessary for successful, high-quality, and efficient delivery of intensive care in the postoperative setting;
  • The benefits associated with multidisciplinary rounds and involvement of the bedside nurse;
  • The importance of clinical pathways, and the methodology underlying performance improvement; and
  • How to structure a quality assurance program.

Dr. Whitman currently serves as Director of Cardiovascular Surgical Intensive Care Unit/Adult Heart Transplant and is an Associate Professor of Surgery at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, MD.

The STSA 62nd Annual Meeting will take place November 4-7 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL. There’s still time to make your plans to join STSA in Disney this year. Download an on-site registration form, review the full educational program, and learn about hotel options at www.stsa.org/62ndannual.

Learn more about the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Postgraduate Program.

Contact STSA Headquarters with questions at stsa@stsa.org or 312.202.5892.

October 27, 2015 | By More