DAILY NEWS
The official newspaper of the 37th EACTS Annual Meeting 2023
Issue 2 Friday 6 October
RESIDENTS AT THE ANNUAL MEETING Support the teams competing in the CT Surgery Resident Showdown. Page 7
PRESIDENTIAL ADDRESS
SCIENTIFIC PROGRAMME
EACTS President, Patrick Perier, will challenge your thinking during this year's Presidential Address. Don't miss this highly anticipated session!
HIGHLIGHTS FROM THURSDAY
TODAY AT 11:15 - 12:00 Find out more on page 5
YOUR CHANCE TO HEAR FROM THE GIANTS OF CARDIAC SURGERY This year’s cutting-edge scientific programme kicked-off with exciting new sessions and late breaking science. Pages 3-4
EMBRACING INNOVATION
Bringing forward the very best technologies and techniques in cardiothoracic surgery
Be inspired by a special session taking place today that recognises the careers and legacy of four giants of cardiothoracic surgery. ‘The Life and Advice from Giants in Cardiac Surgery’ is an unmissable opportunity to hear directly from Bruce Keogh, Ernst Wolner, Carlos Mestres and David Adams about the experiences that have shaped their distinguished careers over the years. Billed as a conversation about their life in cardiac surgery, in this fascinating session they will reflect on their decision to become a cardiac surgeon and share the most memorable moments of their careers. In a wide-ranging discussion these giants of cardiac surgery will also consider the significant developments in the field during their careers and give their views on the number one factor
that will define cardiac surgery over the next 10 years.
Meet the giants of cardiothoracic surgery
Rafa Sádaba, Chair of the EACTS Education Committee, said, “The Annual Meeting has a strong scientific programme and often our focus is, quite rightly, on science and the data but it is also important that we consider the philosophical side of cardiac surgery. This session explores the life experiences of four highly influential figures from whom we can learn so much. They are truly ‘giants’ of our specialty and this recognition is well deserved. It will be a fascinating and inspirational session.”
Bruce Keogh has had a distinguished international career as a cardiac surgeon, with a special interest in reconstructive mitral valve surgery. He served as EACTS Secretary General from 2003-2008 and was appointed Medical Director of the England’s National Health Service (NHS) in 2007. As the most senior doctor in the NHS, he was responsible for clinical policy and strategy, clinical leadership and innovation across the health service. In 2018 he became Chair of the Birmingham Women’s and Children’s NHS Foundation Trust.
This is an interactive session and audience participation is strongly encouraged so don’t miss the opportunity to ask questions and get advice from four giants of cardiac surgery.
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David Adams is Chair of the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City and is a recognised leader in the field of heart valve surgery and
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Mitral valve replacement: current perspectives Friday, October 6 2023 12:15 - 13:30 | Room: Hall E1
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