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Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society
The Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society consists of cardiothoracic surgeons dedicated to advancing the highest standards of excellence in patient care, through the education of health professionals and the public, and by supporting research and thoracic surgical training programs. It advocates at the national levels on behalf of thoracic surgeons and their patients.



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On behalf of the ECTSS, its Executive Council and its membership, the ECTSS Committee on Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion wishes to emphasize the organization’s commitment to supporting the development of a diverse and inclusive cardiothoracic surgery workforce. We believe firmly that increasing representation of individuals with diverse backgrounds in cardiothoracic surgery advances our profession, reduces health care disparities, and improves outcomes and access to health for all communities.
We encourage you to explore our programs and meetings upholding this commitment, including the President’s Message published by Immediate Past President and first female President of the ECTSS Dr. Sharon Ben-Or, invited Keynote Address at the 2020 Annual Meeting entitled “Equal is Equal: Cardiothoracic Surgery in the Next Century,” by past AATS President Dr. Marc Moon and the annual Eric J. Lehr Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship honoring past ECTSS President Dr. Eric Lehr.
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Mission
The Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society consists of cardiothoracic surgeons dedicated to advancing the highest standards of excellence in patient care, through the education of health professionals and the public, and by supporting research and thoracic surgical training programs. It advocates at the national levels on behalf of thoracic surgeons and their patients.
Vision
The Eastern Cardiothoracic Surgical Society is an authoritative source of information, for cardiothoracic surgeons and others, on surgical treatment of thoracic disease. It promotes excellence in patient care by providing a forum for professional education and exchange of ideas, and serves as a reliable source of guidance for the public. It facilitates basic and clinical research and supports excellence in training for the future cardiothoracic surgeons. It is a cohesive voice in societal and governmental issues related to the practice of cardiothoracic surgery in the nation, by actively engaging in dialogue with national political leaders.