About STS

Founded in 1964, The Society of Thoracic Surgeons is a not-for-profit organization representing more than 7,600 surgeons, researchers, and allied health care professionals worldwide who are dedicated to ensuring the best possible outcomes for surgeries of the heart, lungs, and esophagus, as well as other surgical procedures within the chest.

Mission

Advance cardiothoracic surgeons' delivery of the highest quality patient care through collaboration, education, research, and advocacy

Vision

Improving the lives of patients with cardiothoracic diseases

Core Values

Leadership
Quality
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Professionalism
Innovation
Collaboration

Staff

STS has 65+ employees and is headquartered in Chicago, with an additional office in Washington, DC.

STS Fact Sheet

View the STS Fact Sheet, a high-level overview of the Society, its members, and activities.

Source: https://www.sts.org/