CTSNet Podcasts

About CTSNet Podcasts

Discussions about the most relevant topics in cardiothoracic surgery from CTSNet, the Cardiothoracic Surgery Network.

Publisher

CTSNet

Category

business · education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 Aug 2020

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

276 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Oct 2026

   The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 176: The ELANA System in CABG

   This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Bart P. van Putte, a cardiothoracic surgeon at the St. Antonius Hospital in Nieuwegein, Netherlands, and the Amsterdam University Medical Center about the excimer laser assisted non-occlusive anastomosis (ELANA) system in coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG). Chapters 00:00 Intro01:48 CMS NCD Webinar02:20 Oral Board AI Simulator02:57 Podcast Frequency Update04:09 CTSNet at EACTS 202604:44 Bi vs Single IMA Grafting in CABG06:40 Radial Artery vs Saph Vein Third Conduit08:37 Right-Sided Min Inv OPCAB10:17 Right Basilar Transplant w Carinal Reconstr12:12 Lymph Node Dissection & Chylothorax Analysis14:11 Type A AD Causing Hematoma & Compression16:13 Robotic Extended Sympathectomy17:27 Ross Procedure Child w Bicuspid AV19:56 Dr. van Putte, ELANA System CABG34:45 Career Center They discussed the purpose of the ELANA system, what it is, and how it works. They also reviewed the system’s critical procedural step and explored its potential application in jump grafts. Additionally, they analyzed the clinical cases in which the system was utilized, including the findings. They also outlined the next steps and evaluated the feasibility of implementing this system at other clinical centers. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on midterm outcomes after bilateral vs single internal mammary artery grafting in minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass, a comparison of radial artery and saphenous vein as the third conduit with bilateral internal mammary arteries in coronary bypass surgery, a case report on right basilar segmental autologous lung transplantation with carinal reconstruction in a patient with central lung squamous cell carcinoma, Type A aortic dissection causing pulmonary artery intramural hematoma and compression, and a Society of Thoracic Surgeons general thoracic surgery database analysis of the association between lymph node dissection and chylothorax. In addition, Joel explores a robotic extended sympathectomy for severe compensatory hyperhidrosis, right-sided minimally invasive off-pump coronary artery bypass, and the Ross procedure for infective endocarditis with extensive aortic root destruction in a child with a bicuspid aortic valve. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned Mid-Term Outcomes After Bilateral Versus Single Internal Mammary Artery Grafting in MIDCAB Comparison of RA and Saphenous Vein as the Third Conduit With BIMA in Coronary Bypass Surgery Right Basilar Segmental Autologous Lung Transplantation With Carinal Reconstruction for Central Lung SCC Type A Aortic Dissection Causing Pulmonary Artery Intramural Hematoma and Compression An STS General Thoracic Surgery Database Analysis of the Association Between LN Dissection and Chylothorax CTSNet Content Mentioned Robotic Extended Sympathectomy for Severe Compensatory Hyperhidrosis Right-Sided Minimally Invasive Off-Pump Coronary Artery Bypass Ross Procedure for Infective Endocarditis With Extensive Aortic Root Destruction in a Child With a Bicuspid Aortic Valve Other Items Mentioned The First Prospective Safety and Effectiveness Trial of the Excimer Laser Assisted Nonocclusive Anastomosis System in Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting Oral Board AI Simulator The TAVR Heart Team in 2026: Navigating the CMS Decision | A CTSNet Webinar Career Center CTSNet Events Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.

2. 

   29 Sept 2026

   The Atrium: Neoadjuvant Chemoimmunotherapy

   In this episode of The Atrium, host Alice Copperwheat speaks with Jessica Donington, Professor of Surgery and Chief of the Section of Thoracic Surgery at the University of Chicago, Illinois, USA, about neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy. Chapters 00:00 Intro01:20 Why CT Surgery?04:16 History06:55 Patient Perception08:42 Function, Why?12:40 Patient Selection, Who?18:20 Resectability25:31 Types of Neoadj Therapy, What?30:06 Evidence33:01 Surgeon Responsibility39:02 Robotics39:54 Post Op Considerations41:29 Key Points43:12 Surgical Training Advice The discussion emphasizes the importance of being upfront and honest during patient conversations. It explores the benefits of neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy, how patients are selected for these treatments, and the various clinical trials on this topic. The conversation also addresses the chemo-radiation route and the clinical assessment of resectability. They also examine how to determine if a tumor is resectable and what factors are assessed during this process. It also highlights the need to consider whether a planned lobectomy might necessitate a pneumonectomy following neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy. The conversation also covers chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapy, outlining what trainees should remember about each. Finally, they address the complexities of neoadjuvant chemoimmunotherapy, key takeaways for trainees, and the importance of working closely with the entire multidisciplinary team throughout the process. The Atrium is a monthly podcast presenting clinical and career-focused topics for residents and early career professionals across all cardiothoracic surgery subspecialties. Keep an eye out for next month’s episode. Disclosure Dr. Donington serves as an advisor, consultant, and speaker for AstraZeneca, BMS, Genentech/Roche, and Merck. Additionally, she acts as a consultant for Biodesix and an advisor for Lilly. Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.

3. 

   24 Sept 2026

   The Beat With Joel Dunning Ep. 175: Oral Board AI Simulator

   This week on The Beat, CTSNet Editor-in-Chief Joel Dunning spoke with Traves Crabtree, Professor and Chair of the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Medical Director of the Surgical Skills Laboratory at the Memorial Learning Center at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in Springfield, Illinois, USA, about the Oral Board AI Simulator (OBAS) and the benefits it offers for board preparation. Chapters 00:00 Intro02:01 CMS NCD on TAVR Heart Team06:15 JANS 1, Ross Procedure Determinants08:20 JANS 2, Supra-Annular Perceval Bentall10:44 JANS 3, Simplified MV Edge-to-Edge12:35 JANS 4, CT Findings Addition Donors14:19 JANS 5, Auto Robotic Phlebotomy Device16:32 Video 1, MVR After MitraClip18:53 Video 2, VATS Resection 10-cm Mediast Mass20:04 Video 3, Modified Trapdoor Technique ALCAPA21:36 Dr. Crabtree, Oral Board AI Simulator32:28 Upcoming Events They discussed the origin of the OBAS, its progress on CTSNet, and the feedback received thus far. The conversation also covered the current number of scenarios within OBAS, the importance of user feedback for the program’s expansion, and the future development of the simulator, which includes the integration of imaging and positive feedback mechanisms for participants. Joel also highlights recent JANS articles on determinants of long-term durability for the Ross procedure, supra-annular perceval Bentall, real-world outcomes after simplified mitral valve transcatheter edge-to-edge repair under sole transesophageal echocardiographic guidance, if the addition of computed tomography findings maintains the predictive performance of an existing radiograph-based donor lung acceptability score, and a multicenter trial on the performance, safety, and patient experience of an autonomous robotic phlebotomy device. In addition, Joel explores mitral valve repair after MitraClip, VATS resection of a 10-centimeter mediastinal mass with subxiphoid removal, and the modified trapdoor technique for direct reimplantation of ALCAPA. Before closing, Joel highlights upcoming events in CT surgery. JANS Items Mentioned The Ross Procedure: Determinants of Long-Term Durability Supra-Annular Perceval Bentall: From Concept to Patient Real-World Outcomes After Simplified Mitral Valve Transcatheter Edge-to-Edge Repair Under Sole Transesophageal Echocardiographic Guidance The Addition of Computed Tomography (CT) Findings Maintains the Predictive Performance of an Existing Radiograph-Based Donor Lung Acceptability Score Performance, Safety, and Patient Experience of an Autonomous Robotic Phlebotomy Device: A Multicenter Trial CTSNet Content Mentioned Mitral Valve Repair After MitraClip VATS Resection of a 10-Centimeter Mediastinal Mass With Subxiphoid Removal Modified Trapdoor Technique for Direct Reimplantation of ALCAPA Other Items Mentioned Oral Board AI Simulator The TAVR Heart Team in 2026: Navigating the CMS Decision | A CTSNet Webinar CTSNet Innovation Video Competition Career Center CTSNet Events Disclaimer The information and views presented on CTSNet.org represent the views of the authors and contributors of the material and not of CTSNet. Please review our full disclaimer page here.

Who has been a guest on CTSNet Podcasts

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• Dr Ari Wes
• David Kalfa
• Dr Faisal Bakaeen
• Keith Naunheim
• Dr Mateo Marin-Cuartas

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.6 / 5

8 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

14 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 52 / 100

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Quality

71

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

85

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