Dear NYSTS Members and Colleagues,
The 2026 NYSTS Fall Meeting is fast approaching, and we are looking forward to an engaging evening of fellowship, education, and discussion. This year’s meeting will be held Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at The Riverpark. The evening will begin with a cocktail hour, followed by dinner and a special presentation exploring the pivotal role of New York during the Revolutionary War.
Our keynote speaker will be Barnet Schecter, noted historian, author, and History Channel contributor. His presentation, “Revolutionary New York: The Key to Victory,” will offer a fascinating perspective on New York City’s critical role in the American Revolution and the events that helped shape the course of the war.
The keynote presentation will be followed by our Scientific Program, featuring selected presentations from cardiothoracic surgery residents and fellows from institutions throughout the New York region. The program provides an opportunity to showcase the academic work of our trainees while fostering collaboration and the exchange of ideas among colleagues. Abstract Submission Deadline is October 15, 2026 (details below).
The NYSTS has a long and distinguished tradition of bringing together cardiothoracic surgeons, trainees, and colleagues from across New York and the surrounding region. These meetings provide an important opportunity to strengthen professional relationships, share ideas, and advance our collective academic and clinical endeavors.
The NYSTS remains committed to advancing the field of cardiothoracic surgery and supporting the next generation of surgeons through education, research, mentorship, and collaboration across adult cardiac, congenital, structural heart, and thoracic surgery.
Sincerely,
Charles Mack, MD Sebron Harrison, MD
President Secretary/Treasurer
Berhane Worku, MD Eugene Grossi, MD
Vice-President Administrator
Brian Housman, MD
Oliver Chow, MD
Program Committee Chairs
NYSTS 2026 FALL MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
River Park, 450 East 29th Street, New York, NY 10016
6:00 PM: Cocktail Hour
7:00 PM: Dinner and Welcoming Remarks
7:05 PM: Brief Business Meeting
7:15 PM: Keynote Speaker, Barnet Schecter: “Revolutionary New York: The Key to Victory”
8:15 PM: Scientific Program: Resident and Fellow Research Presentations
9:15 PM Closing Remarks
ABSTRACT SUBMISSION GUIDELINES
Abstracts will be accepted by —>>>Upload Link<<<--- until 23:59 on October 15, 2026.
Detailed submission instructions are here – Submission Format Instructions. Selected abstracts will be allotted a 7 minute presentation, with 5 minutes for questions and discussion.
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