Welcome to ACC’s Cardiac Surgery Team Member Section!
S. Chris Malaisrie, MD, FACC
Chair
@chrismalaisrie
The Surgeons Section strives to develop and implement initiatives that strengthen the surgeon's perspective within the College. We are dedicated to establishing collaboration within the heart team to enhance care for patients.
The Section leadership is looking at potential partnerships across relevant ACC Member Sections. Additionally, the Surgeons Section will support the college and its educational, quality, and advocacy partnerships with national and international surgical societies.
Whether you are a Fellow in Training, Early Career member or a seasoned professional, I invite you to join our Section. This is your opportunity to make your voice heard in the College.
Sincerely,
S. Chris Malaisrie, MD, FACC
Chair, Cardiac Surgery Team Council
Join the Cardiac Surgery Team Member Section — Today!
The Cardiac Surgery Team Member Section is only able to accomplish its mission through support from members. Members can join online by clicking here or by contacting ACC Member Care at (800) 253-4636, ext. 5603; or direct dial (202) 375-6000.
Already a member of the Cardiac Surgery Team Member Section? Click here to unlock the member exclusive section experience.
As our membership grows, so does the Cardiac Surgery Team Member Section's opportunities to impact College policies and provide additional member benefits.
Questions? Contact ACC Member Care.
Section Announcements
March 17, 2026
Don’t miss Cardiac Surgery Section events at ACC.26! Check out the ACC.26 Cardiac Surgery Section Events Guide to get a curated list of can’t-miss sessions and events. For a full list of all Cardiac Surgery sessions, go to the online program planner and filter by the “Surgery” Practice Focus.
February 17, 2026
Submit an abstract to ACC Quality Summit 2026, taking place Sept. 16-18 in Orlando, FL, and share your cardiac surgery-focused quality improvement (QI) work using the STS/ACC TVT Registry, Transcatheter Valve Certification, or other data sources, on a national stage. Submit an abstract by Monday, March 23.
February 9, 2026
Start your ACC.26 with breakfast and professional connection at the Member Sections Community Breakfast, taking place Saturday, March 28 from 7 to 8:30 a.m. CT at the FAM (FACC, AACC, MACC) Lounge inside the Ernest N. Memorial Convention Center, New Orleans, LA. Join fellow Section members for great conversation in a relaxed setting. Registration is FREE – reserve your spot! Not yet registered for ACC.26? Register by Feb. 12 to SAVE up to $200 with advanced registration discounts.
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