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Cardiothoracic surgery is among the least diverse specialties in terms of racial and gender diversity. Lack of diversity is detrimental to patient care, physician well-being, and stifles innovation.

  • Welcome and introduction – Dr. Douglas Wood (USA)

  • Current status of diversity in thoracic surgery workforce - Dr. Robert Higgins (USA)

  • Benefits of developing a more diverse thoracic surgery workforce - Dr. David Tom Cooke (USA)

  • Pipeline development - Dr. Elina Quiroga (USA)

  • Mentorship, retention, and promotion - Dr. Cherie Erkmen (USA)

  • Institutional and cultural barriers - Dr. Jo Chikwe (USA)

  • International collaboration and cross-training - Dr. Jacques Kponodu (USA)

  • Discussion – All faculty moderated by Dr. Douglas Wood (USA)
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