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106th Annual Meeting
May 2-5 2026; McCormick Place Lakeside Center | Chicago, IL, USA
The world's most prestigious cardiothoracic surgery event. Grow your expertise, network with leading experts, and help build the future of cardiothoracic surgery.
Join Us in Chicago
Join Us in Chicago
We look forward to welcoming you to Chicago for the 106th AATS Annual Meeting, led by our 106th President, Dr. Emile A. Bacha, and his program committee. The AATS Annual Meeting is the premier event for cardiothoracic surgeons, gathering leading experts from around the world. Our scientific program brings cutting-edge research, esteemed faculty, advancements in surgical techniques, and emerging trends in cardiothoracic surgery providing you with ample opportunities to gain insights into innovative approaches to patient care. From the coffee breaks to the receptions, there are many ways to share experiences, have meaningful conversations and create future collaborations.
Basic Science Lecture
Plenary Session | Saturday, May 2 | 9:40AM
Azra Raza, Columbia University
David J. Sugarbaker Memorial Lectureship
Plenary Session | Saturday, May 2 | 11:30AM
Mohanbir Sawhney, Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management
Congenital Legends Luncheon
Sunday, May 3 | 12:15PM–1:15PM
Richard A. Jonas, The George Washington University
Pre-registration required.
Thoracic Legends Luncheon
Sunday, May 3 | 12:15PM–1:15PM
Douglas Mathisen, Massachusetts General Hospital
Pre-registration required.
Cardiac Legends Luncheon
Monday, May 4 | 12:15PM–1:15PM
Craig R. Smith, Columbia University Irving Medical Center of NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Pre-registration required.
Congenital Valve Symposium
Friday, May 1, 2026
Chicago
1:00PM - 5:00PM
The Congenital Valve Symposium is a half-day event in conjunction with the AATS 106th Annual Meeting and is the only Symposium in the world focused on congenital heart valve surgery. Join leading adult cardiac surgeons and congenital surgeons on the presentation and the intensive discussion of individual cases with a significant emphasis on video cases and techniques. The most frequently performed valve procedure in the pediatric population is a valve replacement, and the number of Adult Congenital Heart Disease (ACHD) patients is increasing year over year – often leading to valve procedures. This is an opportunity for adult cardiac surgeons and congenital surgeons to share tips and tricks and ultimately learn from one another.