EACTS

New MMCTS tutorial! 📣 📊 Skill Level: 2. Advanced This case highlights the importance of thorough preoperative assessment, careful surgical planning, meticulous technique, and expertise to achieve successful outcomes. 🎥 Watch here: mmcts.org/tutorial/2138 @HElgharablyMD, @ahmedawadmd, @daniel_ragheb, @CleClinicHVTI, @CCF_CTSRes

Former Secretary General, Sir Bruce Keogh, remarks on four decades of EACTS history. From launching leading journals to innovating with world-class educational opportunities, EACTS has continually evolved to address the needs of the global cardiothoracic community. Since 1986, EACTS has welcomed professionals from across the world to join us in advancing cardiothoracic surgery and improving patient outcomes. Sir Bruce Keogh said, “EACTS is no longer just an Association of surgeons. It’s grown into a global engine for patient safety, education and surgical excellence, and has a great future.” #40YearsofEACTS

📊 As an EACTS member, you can view aggregated data from more than 85,000 procedures for free through the EACTS Adult Cardiac Database (ACD), an international registry and benchmarking tool that collects data from centres across Europe and beyond. If your centre joins the ACD as a participating hospital, you can also measure and benchmark your own data using robust statistical tools, compare and benchmark hospital data on an international scale, download bespoke analytical reports, identify areas for improvement in clinical practice, and submit data requests for research purposes. Set up your account today to get the most out of your membership 🔗 acd.eacts.org Become an EACTS member to unlock full access to the ACD 🔗 eacts.org/our-community/…

Through the Francis Fontan Fund (FFF), EACTS supports surgeons with immersive placements at top international centres. These combine hands-on surgical experience with mentorship from globally recognised experts. João Lopes Cardoso, 2026 Fellow, expressed his excitement at receiving the Aortic Root & Valve Repair Fellowship, describing it as a pivotal step in his development as a cardiac surgeon. Among the available opportunities is the Aortic Root & Valve Repair Fellowship, offering focused training in the surgical management of aortic root dilatation and aortic regurgitation, with an emphasis on valve-sparing techniques. Applications are now open for the Acquired Cardiac Disease and Other Initiatives Francis Fontan Fund (FFF) Fellowships. Explore the Fellowships and apply now 🔗 #fellowships" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">eacts.org/education/fran…

New MMCTS case report! 📣 📊 Skill Level: 3. Innovative In this Editor's Choice case report, a safe and effective minimally invasive approach to perform mitral valve repair in patients with severe chest wall deformities is described. 🎥 Watch here: mmcts.org/case-report/21…

Abstract submission is open now for the 40th EACTS Annual Meeting in Barcelona, taking place from 7–10 October 2026. This 40th edition will bring together the global cardiothoracic community to exchange ideas, challenge current thinking, and present the latest advances that improve patient outcomes. By submitting your work, you could contribute to a high-quality programme of world-leading science and help Honour our History and Inspire the Future of our specialty. We welcome original research that has not been submitted, published or accepted elsewhere. Submit your abstract now 🔗 eacts.org/40th-eacts-ann…

Join us in Windsor this June for the Cardiac Intensive Care – Beyond Basic course. Designed for residents in training and surgeons approaching independent practice, this course focuses on the care of critically ill patients following cardiac surgery. Across two days, expert faculty will guide participants through key topics, including haemodynamic assessment and optimisation, temporary pacing, cardiac tamponade, cardiac arrest after cardiac surgery, and mechanical circulatory support. Through a combination of interactive lectures and hands-on skill stations, you’ll strengthen your clinical decision-making and develop practical approaches to managing challenging ICU scenarios. 🗓️ 3-4 June 2026 📍 Windsor, UK Secure your place 🔒 eacts.org/education/eact…

New MMCTS case report! 📣 📊 Skill Level: 2. Advanced In this case report, a large distal arch and proximal descending thoracic aortic saccular aneurysm were successfully managed with Type I hybrid arch repair (off-pump debranching + Thoracic Endovascular Aortic Repair). 🎥 Watch here: mmcts.org/case-report/21…

Edoardo Zancanaro, Chair of the Residents’ Committee, invites residents and early-career surgeons to join the Case Corner webinar series, a dynamic programme built around real cases from daily clinical practice, discussed live with international experts and panellists. Covering topics such as aortic valve disease, hybrid revascularisation, robotics and thoracic pathology, each interactive session strengthens diagnostic reasoning and evidence-based decision-making through detailed case discussion and open Q&A. Now in its fifth year, Case Corner continues to support the development of future leaders in cardiothoracic surgery. 📢 Don’t miss out on the upcoming Case Corner on Thoracic Disease! 📅 26 March 2026 🕒 19:00-20:00 (CET) Register now ⛓️‍💥 eacts.org/education/eact…

🚨 Only one week remains to register for our upcoming webinar on the EACTS/EACTAIC Guidelines for patient blood management in adult cardiac surgery, developed in collaboration with EBCP. This session will present the latest PBM guidelines, combining practical case scenarios, structured pathways across each phase of care, and expert commentary. Designed to support the application of evidence-based recommendations in clinical practice, the webinar will address anaemia optimisation, management of anticoagulants and antiplatelets, point-of-care coagulation testing, haemostatic therapy, and transfusion thresholds. 🗓️ 24 March 2026 🕕 18:00 - 19:30 (CET) 💻 Free Secure your place today 🔗 eacts.org/publications/w…

New MMCTS case report! 📣 📊 Skill Level: 1. Fundamental This case report showcases a repair of a chest wall herniation in a patient with a previous herniation without the use of mesh or plating. 🎥 Watch here: mmcts.org/case-report/21… @LiamKugler, @Bilgili_Ahmet_

🎥 What can you expect from the Fundamentals in Valvular Heart Disease Incl AFib course? Course Director, Alicja Zientara, shares an overview of the programme taking place from 15-17 April in Windsor, UK, or online. Residents will take part in interactive lectures covering the fundamentals of valvular heart disease management, including aortic valve assessment, monitoring techniques, atrioventricular valve repair and replacement, and guideline-based approaches to atrial fibrillation. On the final day, you'll have the chance to participate in a hands-on wetlab to practise new techniques. 📣 EACTS trainee members can apply for an EACTS Academy scholarship, which covers course registration and offers €450 to help with travel and accommodation costs. Apply for a scholarship ⛓️‍💥 eacts.org/eacts-scholars… Explore the Course ⛓️‍💥 eacts.org/education/eact…

The Endoscopic Port-Access Mitral Valve Repair Drylab Training, led by Course Director Peyman Sardari Nia, offers high-fidelity simulation in a fully replicated endoscopic port-access setting. Surgeons can refine advanced techniques in a realistic, feedback-driven environment. This Level 3 course is limited to 15 participants, who work in small groups across five simulators. Each group uses disposable valves that closely mimic real connective tissue, making the training focused and practical. The simulator gives objective feedback on stitch depth and length. This helps participants improve their precision, consistency and measurable progress. 📍 Maastricht, The Netherlands 🗓️ 11-12 May 2026 Register now ➡️ eacts.org/education/eact…

Have you submitted your application for the Level 1 EBCTS or UEBTS Membership Examination? These examinations set a shared European benchmark for early specialist practice and provide recognition across Europe and beyond. If you are training in adult cardiac, congenital, or thoracic surgery and are ready to formally validate your foundational expertise, now is the time to apply. Submit your application today 👉 ebcts.org

Congratulations to our Francis Fontan Fund (FFF) Fellow, Kamile Özeren Topçu, and our 2026 awardees! We're proud to support their development and excited to see their future contributions. Applications for the 2027 FFF fellowships are now open. Through the FFF, EACTS fellowships offer career-defining opportunities to gain hands-on experience at leading international centres, work alongside globally recognised experts, and develop skills that extend far beyond your home institution. Whether you’re looking to broaden your surgical experience, build lasting professional connections, or bring new expertise back to your patients, an EACTS fellowship can play a pivotal role in your professional journey. 👉 Submit your application today 🔗 #fellowships" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">eacts.org/education/fran… 👉 Discover our 2026 FFF Awardees 🔗 eacts.org/fellowship-awa…

A big thank you to Professor Marko Turina, Professor Omer Dzemali, Doctor Patrick Myers, Doctor Laura Rings and more from the Allianz Herzchirurgie Zurich-St.Gallen for helping us celebrate our 40th anniversary, a landmark moment in EACTS history! Have you shared your EACTS story? Post your highlight on social media using #40YearsofEACTS and tag us – you could be featured in our official anniversary campaign!

Are you a nurse or an allied health professional interested in advancing your expertise in atrial fibrillation (AF) treatment? Join the Allied Health Professionals Course, delivered in collaboration with @AtriCure, taking place on 12 May 2026 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. This comprehensive one-day programme provides detailed insight into both surgical and hybrid approaches to AF treatment. By attending, you will: ♦️ Gain the knowledge and skills required to treat patients with AF. ♦️ Train alongside expert physicians and advanced practitioners in all phases of hybrid and surgical care. ♦️ Practice open bi-atrial Maze concomitant ablation, Hybrid Therapies, and Left Atrial Appendage Exclusion. ♦️ Discuss upcoming clinical cases with a trainer to determine the most appropriate treatment strategies for your patients. This course is designed for allied health professionals, including nurses, physician assistants, surgical care practitioners and EP clinic nurses with an interest in AF treatment. Register today 🔗 eacts.org/education/eact…

The European Registry for Patients with Mechanical Circulatory Support (EUROMACS) brings together centres from around the world to better understand and improve mechanical circulatory support therapies. As Felix Schönrath, Chair of the EUROMACS Task Force, reflects, it is the only truly multinational registry of its kind. With contributions from over 60 hospitals and more than 10,000 implants, EUROMACS transforms real-world clinical experience into meaningful insights that help teams benchmark practice, collaborate scientifically and ultimately improve patient outcomes. Now, with the launch of the new EUROMACS data dictionary, data entry is clearer, more reliable, and easier to use, strengthening the quality of evidence supporting your work. 🔍 Discover the new EUROMACS data dictionary ⛓️‍💥 zenodo.org/records/171447… 👉 Register your interest ⛓️‍💥 airtable.com/appRF0GOfjFh6R…

📌 Mark your calendar for the 7th EACTS/STS/LACES Latin America Cardiovascular Surgery Conference, taking place in Santiago, Chile, from 3-5 December 2026. We look forward to you joining us for three days of high-quality education, where leading experts from around the world will share insights on advancing cardiovascular and cardiothoracic surgery, highlighting innovation, evidence-based practice and clinical expertise. The programme will feature keynote sessions, scientific abstracts, technical videos, panel discussions and hands-on workshops, creating space for meaningful exchange and professional growth across the multidisciplinary community. 🔔 Stay tuned for further updates and registration details. Learn more and plan your attendance 🔗 latamcardiovascularconference.org

🔍 Interested in joining us in Windsor this June? Take a look at our upcoming courses. ▶️ Cardiac Intensive Care – Beyond Basic 🗓️ 3-4 June | Windsor, UK This interactive course covers how to care for critically ill cardiac surgery patients. It includes expert lectures and small-group hands-on sessions. ✅ Registration is now open. ▶️ Fundamentals in Thoracic Surgery 🗓️ 23-26 June | Windsor, UK and online Learn the latest in thoracic surgery and deepen your understanding of key topics. ✅ Registration is now open. Check out the EACTS Academy calendar to find courses that match your interests and experience 🔗 eacts.org/education/eact…