Join a community committed to your professional growth and excellence in cardiothoracic surgery.

The Southern Thoracic Surgical Association (STSA) is a unique organization that offers its members unmatched opportunities for education, fellowship, and camaraderie. Members enjoy reduced Annual Meeting registration fees, STSA member communications including STSA News, and the fellowship of more than 1,100 surgeons and healthcare professionals connected to or residing in the Southern region of the United States. Whether you live and work in the region or have built strong ties through participation and service, STSA welcomes you to expand your knowledge, exchange ideas, and build meaningful relationships that support your success at every stage of your career.

Membership.
There shall be six (6) categories of members: Active, Senior, Candidate, Pre-Candidate, Associate, and Honorary. All members, with the exception of Honorary Members, shall:

1. reside or work in one of the following states or territories: Alabama; Arkansas; Florida; Georgia; Kentucky; Louisiana; Maryland; Mississippi; Missouri; North Carolina; Oklahoma; South Carolina; Tennessee; Texas; Virginia; West Virginia; District of Columbia; Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands; or,
2. have previously practiced cardiothoracic surgery for at least one year, or have completed a thoracic or general surgery residency program, or have completed a thoracic or cardiovascular research or clinical fellowship for at least twelve consecutive months in one of the states or territories listed above; or,
3. demonstrated an affinity for the Association, evidenced by:
   1. prior attendance at two Annual Meetings;
   2. contribution to the scientific program of two Annual Meetings; or,
   3. substantial service to the Association deemed sufficient by the Membership Committee.

STSA Active Members whose practices have been limited because of disability, or who have reached the age of 70 years, may apply for Senior Membership. If you meet one or both of these qualifications, submit a written request to transition to Senior Membership status to the Membership Committee. Requests should clearly state why you qualify for Senior Membership (i.e. birthdate or written attestation of retirement due to disability) and can be mailed or e-mailed to the following address:

Curtis Bryan, MD, Membership Committee Chair
Southern Thoracic Surgical Association
500 Cummings Center, Suite 4400
Beverly, MA 01915
Phone: +1 978-927-8330
Fax: +1 978-524-0498