A FANTASTIC SHOWCASE OF THE LATEST SCIENCE AND INNOVATION The cardiothoracic community from across the globe came together in October to learn about the latest scientific advances in cardiothoracic surgery, hear from experts in their field and network with peers and colleagues alike. Highlights from a packed four-day programme include:
THE VERY BEST IN LATE BREAKING SCIENCE
was shared in three dedicated sessions featuring the latest results and data from high impact studies, including an update from Professor Serruys on the FASTTRACK CABG trial.
INNOVATIVE TECHNIQUES AND TECHNOLOGY were demonstrated to over 1,000 participants at TechnoCollege. Kicking off the Annual Meeting, Techno-College has an established reputation as the place to be to experience the latest techniques and innovations in cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.
DELEGATES WERE INSPIRED AND CHALLENGED BY THREE KEYNOTE SPEAKERS FOUR OF THE GIANTS OF CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY SHARED THE EXPERIENCES that have shaped both their careers and those of their colleagues and brought about significant developments in their specialties.
In his Presidential Address Patrick Perier demonstrated the danger of a closed mind and the vital importance of breaking free from dogmas, and our honoured guest speaker, Professor Hounkpatin, Beninese Minister for Health, offered fascinating insights into the health challenges faced in Benin. In Saturday’s closing plenary session communications expert Dex Hunter-Torricke explored some of the most important technological trends of the coming years and how we can adapt to the future decade of disruption. 9