MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION

BECOME AN EACTS MEMBER

Thank you for your interest in THE EUROPEAN ASSOCIATION FOR CARDIO-THORACIC SURGERY (EACTS). While each of our members is unique, one thing they all have in common is a thirst for knowledge and they rely on the EACTS to deliver it. When you become a member of EACTS, you enter into a mutually beneficial agreement to actively cultivate the objectives of EACTS and to work closely with EACTS to associate all medical and non-medical staff involved in all aspects of cardiac, thoracic and vascular interventions. Consequently, EACTS looks for members that are leaders in their fields. With this depth and breadth of content and networking opportunities the EACTS membership provides excellent opportunities. Membership provides access to a network of knowledge and the opportunity to develop your own expertise and share this with fellow professionals.

MEMBERSHIP PROCESS

Applying online is quick and easy and will provide you with immediate access to information sources, support, advice and guidance.

MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES

Requirements Membership/Active:

Step 1: Completed Online Application Form

In order to qualify for Resident/Trainee Membership Fee:

Step1:  Completed Online Application Form
Step 2: A letter from head of department is needed confirming the applicant’s position as a resident/trainee.

Please note: Resident/Trainee Membership Fee cannot be granted for more than five years and applicants are obliged to state the expected date when specialty training will be completed. From that year on they will automatically pay the regular Membership Fee.

EACTS MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS INCLUDE:

ü        Membership Certificate

ü        Free subscription (print and online) provided the annual membership fee has been paid
- European Journal of Cardio-Thoracic Surgery
- Interactive Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery

ü        Access to MMCTS (Multimedia Manual of Cardiothoracic Surgery)

ü        Discounted registration fees for the Annual Meeting

ü        Reduced rates to EACTS meetings held throughout the year

ü        Opportunity to participate in the work of EACTS, either in committees or journals

MEMBERSIP FEES

All members are invoiced annually.

* Resident/Trainee Membership Fee is for a maximum of five years. Applicants are obliged to state the expected date when specialty training will be completed. From that year on they will automatically pay the regular Membership Fee. To apply for resident/trainee membership fee a letter from the head of department that states that the applicant is in training is necessary.

WHAT DOES THE RECIPROCAL MEMBERSHIP ARRANGEMENT WITH STS COVER?

STS (Society of Thoracic Surgeons) Members Seeking EACTS Membership: 

As a reciprocal recognition between the STS and EACTS, any Active, International or Candidate member of STS wishing to become a member of EACTS may apply. STS members seeking EACTS membership need only submit a completed EACTS membership application. Any initiation fee will be waived for those STS members who are admitted to EACTS membership.

Requirements Membership (STS Member)

Step 1: Completed Online Application Form

In order to qualify for Resident/Trainee Membership fee

Step 1: Completed Online Application Form

Please note: Resident/Trainee Membership Fee cannot be granted for more than five years and applicants are obliged to state the expected date when specialty training will be completed. From that year on they will automatically pay the regular Membership Fee.

EACTS Members Seeking STS Membership

A) Any individual who became an EACTS member in 2008 or before will remain eligible to apply for STS membership utilizing the process that has been in place for the past 2 years. This means that they simply need to complete an STS application and provide a copy of their CV. The STS Membership Committee will submit these individuals’ names to the STS membership for consideration without vetting the applications further. Once elected to STS membership, the initiation fee for these individuals will be waived by the STS.

B) Any individual who becomes an EACTS member after 2008 will need to submit a completed STS membership application, their CV and three letters of sponsorship from STS members. Their applications will be thoroughly vetted by the STS Membership Committee prior to their names being submitted to the STS membership for consideration. The initiation fee will be waived for those EACTS members who are elected to STS membership.