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2024 Lung Transplant Symposium: Surgical and Medical Insights for Transplant Assessment and Management

Presented by Temple cardiothoracic surgery and pulmonary faculty as a pre-conference activity at the January 2024 STS Annual Meeting, this symposium, “Surgical and Medical Insights for Transplant Assessment and Management” will provide insight to best practice approach for surgical and medical care of lung transplant patients.

Yoshiya Toyoda, MD, PhD, Kewal Krishan, MD, Norihisa Shigemura, MD, PhD

Yoshiya Toyoda, MD, PhD
Kewal Krishan, MD
Norihisa Shigemura, MD, PhD

During this course, Temple vascular surgeons Dr. Yoshiya Toyoda and Dr. Kewal Krishan, and Temple thoracic surgeon Dr. Norihisa Shigemura, alongside other expert physicians, will cover a wide array of topics, including:

  • Patient selection and evaluation
  • Surgical techniques
  • Post-transplant care
  • Managing comorbidities and potential complications

From basic knowledge to advanced-level nuances of lung transplantation, attendees will develop a deeper understanding of the latest advancements and emerging trends in the field valuable to physicians at all stages of their careers.

Register for this symposium here and see the full event details below for more information.