Participating in STS workforces provides early-career surgeons with opportunities to network with seasoned STS members. In this blog, Drs. Joel Bierer and @MadonnaleeMD discuss their rewarding experiences getting involved in them. Read more: ow.ly/yzJx50SU1e3 #CTCareers

In this first episode of The Resilient Surgeon’s new season, join host Dr. Michael Maddaus & his guest James Danckert, co-author of Out Of My Skull: The Psychology of Boredom, as they explore how boredom can help us find meaning in our lives. ow.ly/8o4O50SUV8q #STSwellness

In the latest issue of STS News, Dr. Jessica Donington of UChicago Medicine examines the value of an integrated team approach to thoracic oncology care, the future of lung cancer care, and more. Read the article: ow.ly/tPef50SWNri @WomenInThoracicSurg

Don't miss the latest issue of STS News, our members-only quarterly digital magazine, to learn about recent accomplishments and new roles that Drs. Lisa Brown, MD, MAS, FACS, Mehrdad Ghoreishi, Eric Munoz, and Sai Yendamuri have taken on. Read more: ow.ly/ayLz50SZm91 #CTSurgery

T1 When planning big cases early on, seek help from your senior partner(s)! Have them there during the case (or at least in the hospital so they can come help if needed). #CTCareers

T1 first thought is about being safe on the OR with conservative case selection and getting support from senior partners #ctcareers

Joseph D. Phillips, MD FACS T1: Many similarities to training - Preparation - Attention to details - Follow through However, I would add: - it is a sign of strength, not weakness, to know your limitations and call for help when needed #CTCareers

#CTCareers Just cause you did the complex post-induction uniportal sleeve resection on you last day of fellowship doesn’t mean you start with that first day of your new job! Start with bread and butter. Get early wins. Build your attending confidence.

T2: You only get one chance to make a first impression. Don't blow it. Make sure your actions reflect your true character. #CtCareers

1. T3: If you do find yourself in a tough spot (either clinically or non-clinically) what strategies have you used to turn things around? #CTCareers Remember to start responses with T3 and tag #CTCareers so we can follow your response in the chat stream

T3 #CTCareers: Your program director from training never really stops being your program director. Don't hesitate to reach out to trusted mentors and colleagues from all stages of your career.

Joseph D. Phillips, MD FACS T3 Engage your mentors and seek wisdom. Pretty much nothing new under the sun. If you’re going through it someone else has and likely has a roadmap to getting to upside and mitigating downside #ctcareers

T4 : What are/were you most concerned about when starting your attending career? #CTCareers Remember to start responses with T4 and tag #CTCareers

T4: Making sure that I am the 3 "A"s that make a great surgeon - Available, Affable, and Able. Will never forget lessons from Nahush Mokadam #CTCareers

Thanks for amazing chat and advises 👏👏#CTcareers The Society of Thoracic Surgeons @maraantanoff Brian Mitzman, MD MS FACS Tom Varghese Jr. MD, MS, MBA, FACS, MAMSE 🇺🇸 Joseph D. Phillips, MD FACS Olugbenga Okusanya MD Robert Van Haren, MD Elliot Servais, MD, FACS

Time for closing thoughts, fire away! #CTCareers

Joseph D. Phillips, MD FACS Final final thought “No I’m not interested in doing that” “No I don’t have the time for that” Practice those phrases They are acceptable responses Thanks Joe for a great hour #CTCareers

It’s a new Resilient Surgeon season! In this episode, hear from Harvard Business School Professor Amy Edmondson about the difference between good and bad failures and how to practice failure wisely. Listen now: ow.ly/pEji50T4xJz #CTSurgery #CTCareers

The #STS2025 program planning meeting, led by Annual Meeting Chair Dr. Stephanie Fuller and STS President Dr. Jennifer Romano, was held this past weekend in Chicago. "I left this weekend so excited for what will go down as one of the best STS annual meetings," said Dr. Romano.

Looking to the Future Scholarship (LTTF) awardees, who now work together Cleveland Clinic, share their story on how the scholarship attributed to their success in becoming cardiac surgeons. Apply to become a LTTF scholar by 9/23. Read more: ow.ly/aAiS50TltFU #CTSurgery