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Why Become a Member of ESTS?

The European Society of Thoracic Surgeons unites over 2,000 members from 91 countries across the globe. Since 1993, ESTS has hosted the annual European Conference on General Thoracic Surgery, renowned for its consistently high quality scientific content and international collaboration.

In recent years, the School of Thoracic Surgery and a range of specialised educational courses have gained significant prominence within our community. We warmly invite you to explore our website to discover more about the Society and its initiatives.

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Professional Development

Register for the ESTS Educational Webinars, held monthly with lectures from worldwide experts.  Registration is free and replays available on demand.  

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ESTS Textbook

The ESTS Textbook is now sold out and unavailable. 

If technical support  is required please contact the publishers

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2026 Conference

The 34th European Conference on General Thoracic Surgery will be held on 7-9 June 2026.  The conference will be held in Athens, Greece.  Abstract submission opens on 22 October 2025.                      Visit the ESTS 2026 website

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Patient Information

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Friday 14 November 2025

ESTS Database Committee Launches 5-minute Survey - Please participate

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Events

Tuesday 18 November – Wednesday 19 November 2025

Masterclass in Thoracic Robotic Surgery: Towards the Total Practice in Robotic Surgery

Masterclass in Thoracic Robotic Surgery: Towards the Total Practice in Robotic Surgery – Endorsed by ESTS Venue: Thoracic Surgery and Lung... read more

Wednesday 19 November – Thursday 20 November 2025

ESTS Advanced Course – IRCAD (Robotic Working Group)

ESTS Robotic Working Group for the Advanced Course at IRCAD on 19–20 November 2025. This two‑day educational event will focus on advanced concepts... read more

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14 November 2025

ESTS Database Committee Launches 5-minute Survey - Please participate

The ESTS Database Committee kindly invites all ESTS members and contributors to participate in an anonymous online survey. Responses should take just... read more

10 November 2025

Applications Open for Level 2 (FUEBTS) Examination – 1 December 2025 to 1 February 2026

The European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS) is delighted to announce that applications for the Level 2 Fellowship Examination (FUEBTS) of the... read more

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Professional Learning & Development

ESTS Affiliated

Wednesday 19 November – Thursday 20 November 2025

ESTS Advanced Course – IRCAD (Robotic Working Group)

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ESTS Affiliated

Wednesday 19 November – Thursday 20 November 2025

ESTS Advanced Course – IRCAD (Robotic Working Group)

ESTS Robotic Working Group for the Advanced Course at IRCAD on 19–20 November 2025. This two‑day educational event will focus on advanced concepts... read more

ESTS Affiliated

Friday 21 November – Saturday 22 November 2025

Second Italian Chapter - Register Now

Second ESTS Italian Chapter Meeting – Registration Now Open The European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS) is pleased to announce the Second... read more

ESTS Affiliated

Thursday 12 February – Friday 13 February 2026

Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery: Practical Management of Bleeding Emergencies – Endorsed by ESTS

Advanced Training in Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery: Practical Management of Bleeding Emergencies – Endorsed by ESTS 📅 February 12–13,... read more

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