Serving Women in Thoracic Surgery Since 1986

WTS is the only organization dedicated to the support and advancement of women in the field of cardiothoracic surgery. Please visit us via the following links on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

Upcoming Events and Opportunities

Application Open For The STS-WTS Scholarship Program

This award allows women medical students, general surgery residents and cardiothoracic surgery residents enrolled at an accredited institution, with an interest in cardiothoracic surgery, the opportunity to attend the STS Annual Meeting, and to be mentored throughout the meeting by a WTS/STS member. In addition, women postdoctoral candidates in a research or other gap year who have graduated medical school and are interested in cardiothoracic surgery are eligible to apply.

The submission deadline for applications is October 30, 2024, 11:59 p.m. PDT.

Applications Open For The Extraordinary Woman in CT Surgery for STS/WTS Award

We are excited to launch the nomination process for this year’s Extraordinary Women in Cardiothoracic Surgery Award to recognize outstanding women surgeons in our specialty who have achieved excellence in clinical practice and demonstrate integrity, leadership, creativity, and expertise in carrying out day-to-day duties and supporting the specialty.

Nominations must be submitted by Friday, October 25, 2024.

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