The American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS) strives to promote Scholarship, Innovation, and Leadership for the Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgical community. This mission is made possible by passionate, generous, engaged partners. Industry partners work with AATS to find common strategic goals and to impact patient care in a positive and progressive manner.
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The AATS Annual Meeting is the world's most prestigious scientific meeting for the advancement of cardiothoracic surgery featuring more than 2,500 professional attendees from around the globe. From the coffee breaks to the receptions, there are many ways to share experiences, have meaningful conversations, and create future collaborations.
May 2-5, 2026
McCormick Place Lakeside Center
Chicago, IL, USA
The AATS Aortic Symposium is designed for cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons, cardiac anesthesiologists, CT residents, perfusionists, ICU and OR nurses and those involved with the care of individuals with aortic disease. The meeting has come to be recognized as the primary international forum for this aspect of cardiothoracic surgery.
November 19-20, 2026
Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel
New York, NY, USA
New Dates: The Aortic Symposium is moving to November!
Sponsorship Fulfillment and Logistics
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AATS is preparing to host the 101st Annual Meeting in Seattle, Washington, May 1-4, 2021. AATS will continue to monitor the COVID-19 health crisis and align with federal, state, and local guidance. 100% refunds and credit opportunities on booth fees will be available to exhibitors and sponsors should the health crisis force cancellation of the in-person event. Until that time, we are moving forward in our preparations as originally scheduled.