Cardiac Surgery

Canadian Society of Cardiac Surgeons (CSCS)

341 - CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN CARDIAC SURGERY

Co-Chair(s)

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  Marina Ibrahim, MD, MEd, FRCSC (she/her/hers)

  Cardiac Surgeon
  Montreal Heart Institute
  University of Montreal
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  David Latter, MD

  Cardiac Surgeon
  St Michael's Hospital
  University of Toronto
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  Micheal Moon

  Cardiac surgeon

Presenter(s)

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  Jennifer Chung

  Cardiac Surgeon
  University of Toronto
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  Jean Perron

  Cardiac Surgeon
  IUCPQ and CHU de Québec
  IUCPQ

Special Invited Guest(s)

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  Eric Roselli

  Cleveland Clinic Department of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery

Session Description: This session highlights some of the most pressing and evolving topics in cardiac surgery today, from the renewed momentum surrounding the Ross procedure to frontline approaches in acute aortic dissection. Experts will also present a vision for creating high-performing Aortic Surgery Centers of Excellence, offering a practical roadmap to optimize care delivery and outcomes in complex aortic disease.

Presentations:

1. 2025 Ross Update: Science, Practice, and Advocacy – Dr. Jean Perron


2. Type A Aortic Dissections: My Approach and Lessons Worth Sharing – Dr. Eric Roselli


3. Aortic Surgery Centers of Excellence: A Roadmap to Better Outcomes – Dr. Jennifer Chung