Celebrating 40 Years of EACTS | 1986 – 2026

Next Generation: An introduction to aortic root surgery and valve-sparing aortic surgery

EACTS is delighted to continue the Case Corner webinar series into 2026. Now entering its fifth year, Case Corner has established itself as a cornerstone of learning and collaboration for cardiothoracic surgery residents and early-career surgeons. This year will bring a new set of compelling cases and timely topics, carefully chosen to challenge clinical reasoning, spark discussion, and support the development of future leaders in the field.
  • 29 Jan 2026
  • Online
Aortic Disease Pre-Trainee & Medical Students

Event Information

  • Date / Duration

    29 January 2026
    18:00 – 19:00 CET Central European Time (1 hour)

  • Course Director

    A Dijkstra, Arnhem
    Pre-Trainee Committee Member

  • Course Format

    Virtual meeting
    Interactive discussion

  • Target Audience

    Medical students, pre-training doctor and very early years residents.

  • Course Fee

    EACTS Members: FREE
    Non Members: €10

  • Kindly note the EACTS Next Generation sessions will not be recorded nor will they be available on the EACTS Media Library.

    EACTS Academy terms and conditions.

course registration

Course Overview

The web series welcomes everyone interested in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, anaesthesia, intensive care and all other specialities!

The program is an immersive experience designed to help you:

Gain Insight into the Career of Cardiothoracic Surgery: Our web series allows you to step into the shoes of cardiothoracic surgeons, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their daily routines, challenges, and successes. You’ll gain invaluable insights that extend beyond the classroom.

Prepare for Exams: EACTS Next Generation provides a unique educational perspective to help you excel in your studies. You will learn from seasoned professionals who can provide expert teaching to help you prepare for exam season.

Boost Your Portfolios: You will be provided certificates of attendance from an EACTS-certified course and significantly enhance your portfolio.

Registration will provide free access to the EACTS Case Corner Series, a more advanced web series to consolidate and learn more cardiothoracic surgical knowledge!

29 January 2026

This session will provide an accessible overview of the principles and approaches involved in aortic root and valve-sparing aortic surgery. Aimed at participants early in their cardiothoracic journey, the webinar will outline key anatomical concepts, surgical objectives, and clinical considerations that form the foundation for more advanced study and practice in this field.

Presenters:

We are grateful for the support and time of the following subject matter experts who will be speaking and moderating this Next Generation session:

To be announced shortly

Faculty