The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery has a long tradition of excellence in patient care, research and education. Washington University cardiothoracic surgeons have pioneered lung and heart procedures, and continue
to lead the field with new innovations.
Faculty share stories of their clinical practices, research pursuits and surgical training programs.
Recent news announcements from the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery including faculty research and accomplishments, as well as community education information.
A New Lease on Life: Scott’s Story (Links to an external site)
After a shocking diagnosis, Scott Pulley was told a heart transplant was his only option. The Washington University heart team came together to find another way – and save his life in the process.
Quality of treatment for lung cancer varies widely across US (Links to an external site)
Researchers identify measures to improve treatment quality, health outcomes.
A Beautiful New Heart: Audrey’s Story (Links to an external site)
Audrey was born with a rare combination of heart conditions. Thanks to an organ donor and the St. Louis Children’s and Washington University Heart Center team, she celebrated her first birthday at home with a new heart.
Alec Patterson, MD, named Editor-in-Chief of Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery (Links to an external site)
Alec Patterson, MD, was appointed the new Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery.
Top Doctors 2021 (Links to an external site)
Congratulations to the Department of Surgery faculty recognized on the 2021 Castle Connolly Top Doctors® list.
A Landmark Achievement: Lung Transplant Program Completes 1,900 Transplants (Links to an external site)
The Lung Transplant Program at Washington University School of Medicine reaches a major milestone by performing 1,900 lung transplants.
Ask the Doctors: Hiatal Hernias (Links to an external site)
Washington University cardiothoracic surgeon Shuddhadeb Ray, MD, MPHS, answers patient questions about hiatal hernias.
A Conversation with Condoleezza Rice: 101st AATS Annual Meeting (Links to an external site)
Guest lecturer Condoleezza Rice, 66th U.S. Secretary of State, joined AATS President Marc Moon, MD, in conversation at the 101st Annual Meeting of the American Association for Thoracic Surgery.
Cardiac Surgery | 2020 Annual Report (Links to an external site)
The Department of Surgery 2020 Annual Report features clinical, research and educational accomplishments from the Section of Cardiac Surgery.
Thoracic Surgery | 2020 Annual Report (Links to an external site)
The Department of Surgery 2020 Annual Report features clinical, research and educational accomplishments from the Section of Thoracic Surgery
Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery | 2020 Annual Report (Links to an external site)
The Department of Surgery 2020 Annual Report features clinical, research and educational accomplishments from the Section of Pediatric Cardiothoracic Surgery.
Department of Surgery 2020 Annual Report (Links to an external site)
The Department of Surgery Annual Report is available now. The report recognizes the Department’s clinical, research and educational accomplishments from the past year.
Advancing Cardiothoracic Care: Shuddhadeb Ray, MD, MPHS (Links to an external site)
Cardiothoracic surgeon Shuddhadeb Ray, MD, MPHS, brings his expertise in heart, lung, and esophageal surgery to Christian Hospital after a decade of training at Washington University School of Medicine.
Lung Surgeon Explains New Lung Cancer Screening Guidelines (Links to an external site)
Lung surgeon Benjamin Kozower, MD, MPH, explains new lung cancer screening guidelines from the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
Heart to Heart with Ralph Damiano, MD: Leading Edge Medicine (Links to an external site)
Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery Ralph Damiano, Jr., MD, shares life-saving advances in lung transplant and heart surgery with the Foundation for Barnes-Jewish Hospital.
Emeritus Evarts A. Graham Professor of Surgery James Cox, MD, FACS, Named Recipient of the Jacobson Innovation Award (Links to an external site)
James Cox, MD, FACS, Emeritus Evarts A. Graham Professor of Surgery and former Division Chief of Cardiothoracic Surgery, has been named the recipient of the 26th Jacobson Innovation Award of the American College of Surgeons.
Christian Cares 2021 Issue 1 (Links to an external site)
Christian Cares is a patient magazine from Christian Hospital and is an engaging health and wellness resource that highlights patient care stories, community events and news about the advanced technology and procedures Christian Hospital offers.
A Marathon Career in Cardiac Research (Links to an external site)
Keeping You Safe with Marc Moon and the St. Louis Blues (Links to an external site)
The Next Generation of Cardiothoracic Surgeons (Links to an external site)
Marc Moon Named President of American Association for Thoracic Surgery (Links to an external site)
The Future of Transplant Surgery: 2020 Anderson-Newton Lecture (Links to an external site)
The Authority on a Rare Form of Heart Disease (Links to an external site)
Marc Moon Promotes Heart Health with St. Louis Blues (Links to an external site)
Lung Transplant Program Provides International Support (Links to an external site)
103 Lung Transplant Achievement is History in the Making (Links to an external site)
From End-Stage Heart Failure to LVAD, Heart Transplant, Volunteer
James Brooks lives his life to its fullest. No one would ever guess that his family history of heart disease that took the life of his father and younger brother – came close to taking him. Read more on Washington University Physicians website.
Division Faculty Invite Health Care Professionals to the Heart Team Summit
September 2020 – April 2021 | Heart Team Summit
