Dear NYSTS Members and Colleagues,
The Spring 2026 NYSTS meeting is approaching, as it will take place at The Riverpark on Wednesday, May 13, 2026. A cocktail hour will be followed by dinner. We will start with a brief business meeting.
Research Presentations
1. Improving Access, Engagement and Outcomes Using Virtual Cardiac Rehabilitation Following Cardiac Surgery in an Underserved Population Presenter – Alexander Gregg, M.D.
2. Valve-Sparing Root Replacement for Severe Aortic Regurgitation following Ross-Konno Procedure with LVOT Aneurysm (Video Abstract) Presenter – Les James, M.D.
3. Bridge to Nowhere: Risk Factors Associated with Failure of Veno-Arterial Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation Bridge to Heart Transplantation in the Modern Era Presenter – Hersh Gupta, M.S.

For an interactive evening, we will host a friendly and fun Jeopardy competition! Prizes will be awarded.

The NYSTS has a long-standing history of successful meetings with attendees representing various institutions from throughout the New York metropolitan area. We all appreciate the opportunity to interact with our peers across the city and the region, allowing us to collaborate and pursue our academic endeavors. The NYSTS remains steadfast in our commitment to the academic advancement of
We look forward to another successful NYSTS event.
Sincerely,
Amie Kent, MD President
Charles Mack, MD Vice President
Sebron Harrison, MD Secretary/Treasurer
Program Committee: Brian Houseman MD, Ali Hage MD
Education Committee: Berhane Worku MD, Michael Salna MD

->>>> TICKETS ARE NOW CLOSED FOR SPRING MEETING – Wednesday MAY 13th, 2025 – The Riverpark! <<<<<<<<<<- Ticket Sales shut down Saturday May 9th 6PM, in order to finalize banquet seating as previously stated.