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Our Courses and Events

The EACTS Academy is pleased to offer advanced training programmes for all skills levels and has collaborated with experienced surgeons to develop these training programmes.

Case Corner: Endocarditis

EACTS is thrilled to announce the continuation of our highly acclaimed Case Corner sessions for 2025. Now in its fourth year, Case Corners have become a cornerstone of learning and collaboration for cardiothoracic surgery residents. This year promises to be our most dynamic and engaging yet, with a fresh lineup of cases and topics meticulously selected to challenge and inspire developing surgeons.
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Next Generation: Infective Endocarditis from Symptoms to Surgery

Following on from last year’s unprecedented success, EACTS Next Generation webinars return for a new series in 2025.

The global burden of infective endocarditis is increasing, from 478,000 cases in 1990 to 1,090,530 cases in 2019. In this session our Expert Speaker will give an extensive overview, from the pathophysiology and symptoms to different surgical strategies. When do surgeons opt for valve repair or valve replacement? After this session, attendees will have a comprehensive understanding of the multiple facets of infective endocarditis. 

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Guidelines Webinar: Aortic Disease

The Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPG) webinar series is designed to demonstrate the utility of guideline-directed care in cardiothoracic surgery through bridging theoretical knowledge with practical insights. The inaugural webinar will focus on all known aspects of the natural history, diagnosis and treatment of both acute and chronic aortic pathologies.
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Case Corner: Atrial Fibrillation

EACTS is thrilled to announce the continuation of our highly acclaimed Case Corner sessions for 2025. Now in its fourth year, Case Corners have become a cornerstone of learning and collaboration for cardiothoracic surgery residents. This year promises to be our most dynamic and engaging yet, with a fresh lineup of cases and topics meticulously selected to challenge and inspire developing surgeons.
Acquired Cardiac Disease Congenital Heart Disease Thoracic Disease

Next Generation: Cutting-Edge of Mitral Valve and AF Surgery

Following on from last year’s unprecedented success, EACTS Next Generation webinars return for a new series in 2025.

Join us for an in-depth session on the latest advancements in mitral valve and atrial fibrillation (AF) surgery. Designed for students with a passion for cardiac surgery, this session will cover innovative techniques, emerging technologies, and key insights into mitral valve repair and replacement.Through interactive discussions led by experienced residents, participants will gain valuable knowledge to enhance their understanding of mitral valve pathology and the evolving role of AF interventions. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn and deepen your knowledge in cardiothoracic surgery.

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Case Corner: Thoracic Disease

EACTS is thrilled to announce the continuation of our highly acclaimed Case Corner sessions for 2025. Now in its fourth year, Case Corners have become a cornerstone of learning and collaboration for cardiothoracic surgery residents. This year promises to be our most dynamic and engaging yet, with a fresh lineup of cases and topics meticulously selected to challenge and inspire developing surgeons.
Acquired Cardiac Disease Congenital Heart Disease Thoracic Disease

Next Generation: An Introduction to Cardio-Thoracic Transplantation

Following on from last year’s unprecedented success, EACTS Next Generation webinars return for a new series in 2025.

This session provides an in-depth exploration of the entire process of cardio-thoracic transplantation, covering critical aspects such as patient selection, the process of organ procurement, and the challenges in the pre-operative, operative and post-operative management of transplant patients. Led by an experienced cardiac surgery resident, participants will gain insights into the latest advancements, challenges, complications, and decision-making processes involved in heart and lung transplantation. The session will also address key immunological principles and complications unique to heart and lung transplants, equipping attendees with essential knowledge for their clinical practice. Join us for a comprehensive look at this life-transforming field of cardio-thoracic surgery.

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Case Corner: Aortic Conditions

EACTS is thrilled to announce the continuation of our highly acclaimed Case Corner sessions for 2025. Now in its fourth year, Case Corners have become a cornerstone of learning and collaboration for cardiothoracic surgery residents. This year promises to be our most dynamic and engaging yet, with a fresh lineup of cases and topics meticulously selected to challenge and inspire developing surgeons.
Acquired Cardiac Disease Congenital Heart Disease Thoracic Disease

Next Generation: Type A Aortic Dissection – The Ticking Time Bomb

Following on from last year’s unprecedented success, EACTS Next Generation webinars return for a new series in 2025.

The session will comprehensively address the multifaceted management of Acute Type A Aortic Dissection, which continues to have one of the highest mortality rates worldwide. Participants in this session will gain an understanding of the condition, covering several different aspects from its pathophysiology, and clinical symptoms to the diagnosis and updated surgical treatment modalities, all from the perspective of cardiac surgery.

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