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Review the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Advance Program
The STSA 62nd Annual Meeting will take place November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
The STSA 62nd Annual Meeting will take place November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL. The Advance Program is now available.
The program features over 20 hours of premier educational content. Some highlights are as follows:
- Surgical Motion Pictures on Wednesday, November 4 will include nine must-see video presentations.
- A packed Postgraduate Program on Thursday, November 5 complete with mistakes/pitfalls case presentations; subspecialty breakout sessions with excellent invited speakers; and special talks from Robert H. Bartlett, MD (Ann Arbor, MI), Glenn J.R. Whitmann, MD (Baltimore, MD), and Tirone E. David, MD (Toronto, ON). Learn more about the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Postgraduate Program and view the full lineup of talks and speakers.
- Expert faculty members – Karen J. Brasel, MD (Portland, OR) and John W.C. Entwistle, III (Philadelphia, PA) – will debate whether or not family presence should be allowed during cardiopulmonary resuscitation during the Thursday, November 5 Ethics Debate.
- The Friday morning General Session will include the Kent Trinkle Education Lectureship by John S. Ikonomidis, MD (Charleston, SC); the President’s Invited Lecture by David A. Fullerton, MD (Aurora, CO); and John H. Calhoon, MD‘s (San Antonio, TX) Presidential Address.
- Saturday morning, November 7 will include important Coding, RUC, and SGR updates presented Jeffrey P. Jacobs, MD (St. Petersburg, FL); Peter K. Smith, MD (Durham, NC); and Alan M. Speir, MD (Fairfax, VA).
- Erle H. Austin, MD (Louisville, KY) will deliver the Harold Urschel History Lectureship titled “C. Walton Lillehei – His Trials, His Triumphs, and the 200% Solution” on Saturday, November 7.
- A new session titled Recognition & Management of Cardiothoracic Surgical Misadventures will take place on Saturday, November 7. This session will provide expert instruction on how to overcome obstacles in the OR.
The Southern Thoracic Surgical Association is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians. The STSA designates this educational activity 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.
Plan to join STSA in Walt Disney World® this November. Register and make hotel reservations at the special STSA group rate online at www.stsa.org/62ndannual.
Contact STSA Headquarters with questions about the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting by e-mailing stsa@stsa.org or calling 800.685.7872.
STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Abstract Notification Messages Sent
STSA received over 250 abstract submissions for the upcoming 62nd Annual Meeting, which will be held November 4-7, 2015 in Lake Buena Vista, FL at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts.
All abstract contact and presenting authors were notified of the Program Committee’s decision to accept or decline their abstract today. If you have questions or concerns about an abstract that you submitted, please contact STSA Executive Director, Megan Drumm, at mdrumm@stsa.org or 312.202.5864.
STSA accepted 72 oral abstracts, 13 video abstracts, and one history abstract for presentation at the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting. The program will feature a new plenary session titled Recognition and Management of Cardiothoracic Surgical Misadventures. Other highlights include subspecialty breakout sessions on the topics of adult cardiac, general thoracic, congenital, and transplant surgery. STSA is working to secure invited speakers to present on other timely topics throughout the program.
The Advance Program will be available next month. Registration and housing will be available in the coming weeks. Visit www.stsa.org/62ndannual to learn more. E-mail STSA at stsa@stsa.org to ensure that you are on our e-mail list so that you receive updates about the meeting as soon as they are available.
Successful STSA Program Committee Meeting Held May 8
The STSA Program Committee has been hard at work over the past several months collecting and reviewing 62nd Annual Meeting abstract submissions. The Committee, which is responsible for planning the scientific educational content of the STSA Annual Meeting, met in Chicago on May 8.
2015 Program Committee Members include:
- Jeffrey P. Jacobs, MD (Co-chair)
- Stephen C. Yang, MD (Co-chair)
- John H. Calhoon, MD
- Richard K. Freeman, MD
- Charles B. Huddleston, MD
- S. Adil Husain, MD
- Richard L. Lee, MD
- Daniel L. Miller, MD
- Himanshu J. Patel, MD
- Richard L. Prager, MD
The STSA 62nd Annual Meeting will take place November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL. The Program Committee received over 250 video and oral abstract submissions and will select approximately 85 abstracts for inclusion in the 62nd Annual Meeting educational program. 2015 abstract submission categories included adult cardiac, general thoracic, congenital, and transplant surgery; history; surgical education; and Lessons Learned from Intraoperative Problems, Misadventures, and Disasters.
The 62nd Annual Meeting program is currently being finalized. Abstract authors will be notified of the Committee’s determination by May 22, 2015. The STSA 62nd Annual Meeting Advance Program will be published in June 2015. E-mail stsa@stsa.org to join STSA’s mailing list and be notified as soon as 62nd Annual Meeting registration and hotel reservations are available.
The STSA Annual Meeting is a premier forum to disseminate information to the cardiothoracic surgery community. Accepted oral presentations will be submitted for publication consideration to The Annals of Thoracic Surgery, which has a circulation of more than 8,000 subscribers. In 2014, 75% of STSA Annual Meeting presentation manuscripts were accepted for publication in The Annals.
Contact STSA Executive Director, Megan Drumm, at mdrumm@stsa.org or 312.202.5864 with questions.
Abstract Submission Deadline Extended Until Wednesday, April 8
The STSA abstract submission deadline has been extended. STSA will now accept oral and video abstracts until Wednesday, April 8, 11:59 pm, ET. Abstracts selected for presentation at the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting will be included in the official Annual Meeting Program Book and will be considered for publication in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery. The 62nd Annual Meeting will be held November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
Learn more about the 62nd Annual Meeting abstract submission process at www.stsa.org/abstracts.
For technical questions regarding abstract submissions, e-mail Technical Support at ts.acsupport@thomson.com or call (434) 964-4100. Technical Support is available Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., ET. For non-technical questions regarding submissions, e-mail STSA at stsa@stsa.org or call (800) 685-7872.
Upcoming STSA Residents Award Participation Deadline
Rachel Medbery, MD (pictured here at the 2013 Awards Dinner with STSA Past President, Robert Cerfolio, MD) won the 2013 Hawley Seiler Residents Competition.
Monday, April 6 is the deadline to submit abstracts for presentation at the 62nd Annual Meeting, November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
Residents, don’t miss this opportunity to participate in the prestigious Hawley H. Seiler Residents Award Competition. To participate, submit your abstract(s) for presentation at the 62nd Annual Meeting. Be sure to check the box that indicates you would like to participate in the Competition.
Members of the STSA Program Committee and Council will score all competing residents on the quality of their manuscript, presentation, and ability to respond to questions. The resident with the highest aggregate score will be named the 2015 Residents Award Competition winner and will receive $500, a personalized plaque, and their name will be engraved on a permanent plaque to be displayed at future STSA Annual Meetings.
Matthew Bott, MD, participated in the 2014 Competition. Matt described his experience saying:
STSA is an excellent forum for residents to disseminate their work. It is generally well-attended and discussions are very enlightening, yet amicable. The meeting is very academic and publication in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery makes submitting abstracts very worthwhile. The small group feel of the STSA meeting makes for a more relaxed atmosphere. This in turn, fosters energetic, yet light-hearted discussion.
Visit www.stsa.org/abstracts to review the abstract submission guidelines and access the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting abstract submission website. Visit www.stsa.org/seiler to view a list of past winners and learn more about the Competition.
62nd Annual Meeting Abstract Submission Deadline Approaching on April 6
The Southern Thoracic Surgical Association is currently accepting oral and video abstracts for presentation at the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting, which will take place November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL. The deadline to submit abstracts is Monday, April 6, 2015, 11:59 pm, ET.
- Visit www.stsa.org/abstracts for additional information about the 62nd Annual Meeting abstract submission process.
- Review the 62nd Annual Meeting abstract submission guidelines.
- Access the 62nd Annual Meeting abstract submission website.
Reference the STSA 61st Annual Meeting Program Book to review all abstracts accepted for presentation at the November 2014 Annual Meeting of the Association.
Among the many reasons to submit your work for presentation at the STSA Annual Meeting, is the opportunity to be published in the official journal of the Southern Thoracic, The Annals of Thoracic Surgery.
- Read STSA’s March 5, 2015 post titled, “Seventy Percent of 2012/13 STSA Annual Meeting Presentations Published in The Annals of Thoracic Surgery“.
Furthermore, STSA anticipates record attendance and a full, captive audience at the 62nd Annual Meeting. Given the family-oriented nature of the Southern Thoracic, Orlando-area meetings are especially popular for STSA members and meeting-goers. The last time that STSA hosted its Annual Meeting at a Disney World resort, registration was 15% higher than the most recent five-year average.
Visit www.stsa.org/abstracts to submit your work for presentation at the 62nd Annual Meeting today.
For technical questions regarding abstract submissions, e-mail Technical Support at ts.acsupport@thomson.com or call (434) 964-4100. Technical Support is available Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., ET. For non-technical questions regarding submissions, e-mail STSA at stsa@stsa.org or call (800) 685-7872.
2015 STSA Postgraduate Program Taking Shape
Members of the 2015 STSA Postgraduate Committee attended a planning meeting during the STS 51st Annual Meeting in San Diego on January 24, 2015.
The STSA Postgraduate Committee is working diligently to create a preeminent educational event during the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting. The 2015 Postgraduate Program will take place on Thursday, November 5 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL.
2015 Postgraduate Committee Members include:
- John Howington, MD (Co-chair)
- Thomas Wozniak, MD (Co-chair)
- John Calhoon, MD
- Paul Chai, MD
- Robert Dabal, MD
- Melanie Edwards, MD
- Richard Freeman, MD
- Scott LeMaire, MD
- Daniel Miller, MD
- Richard Prager, MD
Committee members have carefully reviewed 2014 Annual Meeting evaluation data and other available resources to identify trends that indicate existing practice gaps (the gap between what is done and what should be done in the field of CT surgery). By first identifying these gaps, the Committee can then generate an ideal program format, select pertinent and interesting topics, and identify expert faculty to present and moderate. The primary objective of this process is to create an educational program that improves the knowledge and competence of cardiothoracic surgeons so that they can improve performance — ultimately leading to better patient outcomes when surgeons return home from the STSA Annual Meeting.
The final 2015 Postgraduate Program agenda will be published in the Spring 2015 issue of STSA News in May. Attendees can look forward to presentations on some of the most frequently recommended topics from 2014 Annual Meeting attendees, including ECMO, valve repair, minimally invasive procedures, case presentations highlighting how surgeons approached a challenging case in the OR, career management, and more. The Program will again feature subspecialty breakout sessions, which — new this year — will include video presentations.
If you would like to participate in the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting, consider submitting an abstract for presentation. The deadline to submit abstracts is Monday, April 6, 2015. Learn more and access the abstract submission website at www.stsa.org/abstracts.
Contact Megan Drumm, STSA Executive Director, at mdrumm@stsa.org with questions.
STSA Annual Meeting Resident Moderator Profile: HelenMari Merritt, DO
HelenMari Merritt, DO (center) participated in the STSA 61st Annual Meeting as a Resident Moderator. HelenMari joined David R. Jones (right) and Richard L. Prager (second from left) at the moderator table during the First Scientific Session on Nov. 6, 2014 in Tucson.
HelenMari Merritt, DO participated in the STSA 61st Annual Meeting as a Resident Moderator. HelenMari is currently an I-6 resident at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio specializing in adult cardiac surgery.
HelenMari joined STSA Council Chair and Past President (2013-14), Richard L. Prager, MD, and former STSA Secretary/Treasurer, David R. Jones, MD at the moderator table during the First Scientific Session on November 6, 2014 in Tucson, AZ.
STSA recently interviewed HelenMari about her experience at the STSA Annual Meeting as one of the Association’s inaugural resident moderators.
How would you describe the STSA Annual Meeting?
I would describe the meeting as the yearly opportunity for regional surgeons to share information, emerging technology and fellowship with each other. There is a well-balanced blend of collegiality, as well as formal scientific interactions.
What did you find most valuable about attending an STSA Annual Meeting?
The most valuable and exciting part of attending the STSA Meeting was listening to emerging technologies and surgical approaches from cardiothoracic surgeons at all levels of training – from the Giants in the field to residents who may be presenting their work for the first time.
What did you find most valuable about participating in the STSA 61st Annual Meeting as a Resident Moderator?
Sitting at the moderator table with distinguished faculty and engaging in educational discussion was a really remarkable opportunity. Equally humbling was the warm welcome I received from every member I encountered at the meeting – from the newest STSA members to the President of the Association himself.
Would you describe the STSA Annual Meeting as a good forum for residents to disseminate their work?
Absolutely. Although there is a distinct focus on worthy academic presentations, the atmosphere is less formal than other larger meetings. And from a strictly chief resident perspective, networking for future jobs is always a welcome bonus!
HelenMari Merritt, DO (center), attended the 2014 Residents Reception during the STSA 61st Annual Meeting with Andrea J. Carpenter, MD (STSA President Elect) and John H. Calhoon, MD (STSA President).
Were you encouraged by a colleague or mentor to join STSA as a member and/or attend the STSA Annual Meeting?
My faculty members – in particular Dr. John Calhoon and Dr. Andrea J. Carpenter – have always encouraged resident participation in regional and national societies. Through their leadership, they model how important professional relationships and collegiality are in the field of CT surgery and inspire the residents to do the same.
Abstracts are currently being accepted for the 62nd Annual Meeting, which will be held November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Lake Buena Vista, FL. STSA looks forward to again providing residents with the opportunity to moderate general sessions in 2015. Visit www.stsa.org/abstracts to view abstract submission guidelines and access the abstract submission website.
Residents submitting an abstract may also elect to participate in the 2015 Hawley Seiler Residents Award Competition. The 2015 Hawley Seiler Residents Award winner will receive $500, a personalized plaque, and their name will be engraved on a permanent plaque to be displayed at future STSA Annual Meetings. Learn more about the award and view a list of past recipients at www.stsa.org/seiler.
2014 History Lecture Honors Past President, Osler Abbott, MD
The 2015 Harold Urschel History Lectureship will be presented at the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting on Saturday, November 7, 2015 in Orlando. To be considered, submit an abstract by April 6, 2015. Learn more at www.stsa.org/abstracts.
Daniel L. Miller, MD presented the 2014 Harold Urschel History Lectureship titled “Osler Almon Abbott: The Man, The Award, and His Legacy” during the STSA 61st Annual Meeting on November 8, 2014 in Tucson, AZ.
Dr. Abbott (STSA Past President, 1969) was an active member of STSA, and the Osler Abbott Award is given in his honor each year at the Annual Awards Dinner & Dance.
Video of Dr. Miller’s presentation, including commentary from Dr. Abbott’s colleague and fellow STSA member, Kamal Mansour, MD, is now available on CTSNet.
View the 2014 Harold Urschel History Lectureship:
The Harold Urschel History Lectureship was established in 2013 in memory of long-time STSA member and contributor, Harold C. Urschel, Jr., MD, (STSA Past President, 1979; STSA Historian, 2001-12). The lecturer is selected annually by the Program Committee as the abstract author who submitted the most exemplary history abstract.
Contact STSA Executive Director, Megan Drumm, at mdrumm@stsa.org or 312.202.5864 with questions.
Top Five Insights from STSA 61st Annual Meeting Evaluations
STSA collected more than 250 physician and allied health participant evaluations to measure the impact and success of the 61st Annual Meeting, which was held November 5-8, 2014 in Tucson, AZ. Here are five top insights from the collected evaluation data:
- Participants attend the STSA Annual Meeting for the educational program. 2014 meeting goers scored educational sessions as the most important factor in influencing their decision to attend the STSA Annual Meeting. The second most important factor was meeting destination, followed by networking/career opportunities, and STSA social activities and fellowship.
- Participants obtained new information at the STSA 61st Annual Meeting that will allow them to make changes in their practice. Eighty percent of meeting goers rated the extent that they feel the STSA 61st Annual Meeting provided them with new information as very good or excellent, and 62% reported that they plan to make changes in their practice based on information they obtained at the meeting.
- VADs and TAVR are among the most popular topics that participants would like to see presented at future meetings. Other common topic suggestions included minimally invasive procedures, ECMO, coding and reimbursement, and health policy.
- The most-attended STSA 61st Annual Meeting sessions included the First Scientific Session and the General Session. Meeting attendees packed the general session room for the Thursday afternoon, First Scientific Session and again on Friday morning for the General Session, which featured the Kent Trinkle Lecture by Dr. Mark Slaughter, the President’s Invited Lecture by Dr. David Shahian, and Dr. Richard Prager’s Presidential Address.
- Postgraduate Program breakout presentations received some of the highest presenter ratings. Drs. Edward Chen and David Jones received the highest overall presenter ratings for their Postgraduate Program Breakout Session talks. Dr. Chen presented his talk “Current Management of Type A and B Acute Dissection” during the Adult Cardiac Breakout session. Dr. Jones’ talk “Current Management of Stage III-A (P123N2MO) Lung Cancer” was presented during the General Thoracic Breakout.
Meeting evaluations also included constructive criticism, including a common frustration among participants that several 2014 sessions went over the allotted time scheduled. The Program Committee will take this into sincere consideration as they assign moderators in 2015. Another common theme among feedback was a desire for meetings to be held in the Southern region. STSA staff and Council will keep this in mind when selecting future meeting venues.
Thank you to everyone who participated in this evaluation process and provided STSA with their valuable feedback.
Plan to attend the STSA 62nd Annual Meeting, November 4-7, 2015 at Disney’s Yacht & Beach Club Resorts in Orlando. The deadline to submit abstracts for presentation at the 2015 meeting is Monday, April 6. Learn more at www.stsa.org/62ndannual.
This report was generated by analyzing the feedback of more than 250 STSA 61st Annual Meeting attendees, more than half of whom rated their satisfaction with the meeting as being excellent.
