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Nominations Open for the 2026 Nina Starr Braunwald Extraordinary Women in Cardiothoracic Surgery (EWCTS) Awards

We are excited to launch the nomination process for this year’s Nina Starr Braunwald Extraordinary Women in Cardiothoracic Surgery Award. The Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS) and Women in Thoracic Surgery (WTS) co-sponsor the Extraordinary Women in Cardiothoracic Surgery Award to recognize women surgeons who have demonstrated excellence in clinical practice and made significant contributions to the specialty, as well as individuals who have championed women in cardiothoracic surgery. The award honors achievements in clinical practice, leadership, mentorship, and advocacy.

The nomination deadline is October 24, 2025.

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