#whyUABCT
The division of cardiothoracic surgery boasts a rich history, beginning with the arrival of Dr. John Kirklin in 1966.
@UABCVI
has since grown into a center of excellence, with significant contributions towards advancing the field of complex cardiovascular surgery๐ซ
Great discussion at journal club last night discussing merits of various conduits for CABG (is radial better?) and effects of Afib ablation during CABG. Thanks to all for attending!
Congratulations to Dr. Davies for getting inducted into
@AATSHQ
during
#AATS2024
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All of the residents from
@UABSurgery
&
@uabctsresidency
have benefited from learning during off pump CABGs - both technical skills & thoughtful practices to improve patient outcomes
Heart surgeon and Chair of Surgery Dr. Craig Smith joined
@CBSNewYork
this week to talk a bit about what inspires him to write and share his story in such an intimate way. Check it out.
Hot off the press: Lewis et al show similar safety outcomes, โฌ๏ธ CPB times & โฌ๏ธ hospital LOS for endo-aortic balloon occlusion vs external clamping in minimally invasive mitral valve surgery โฆ
@UABSurgery
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@clifton23526466
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Faculty from the UAB Department of Surgery have performed the first robotic pediatric thoracic surgery at Children's of Alabama.
Learn more about the procedure and the patientโs journey here:
- UAB Surgery News:
- Patient Story:
We enjoyed getting to know all the amazing applicants at our pre-interview social last night! All geared up for
@UABCTSResidency
interview day today
#whyUABCT
Register below to hear from this all-star panel, including
@uabctsresidency
aortic surgeon
@KyleEudaileyMD
, discuss management of complex aortic root disease. Tonight at 6PM CT
#AortaEd
UAB CT Surgery at
#STSA2023
L: Hampton Gray, MD (Asst Professor of Surgery) presenting improved outcomes after Norwood standardization
@UABCVI
R: Juan Muรฑoz, MD (4+3 CTS Fellow) presenting on improved oral intake after open vs stent repair of esophageal perforation
UAB CT Surgery at
#STSA2023
L: Benjamin Wei, MD (Professor of Surgery, CTS Fellowship PD) showing his technique for Robotic RUL Apical Segmentectomy at CT Movie Night
R: Marvi Tariq, MD (4+3 CTS Fellow) presenting her video e-poster on Robotic Lobectomy for Mucormycosis
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