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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.   Visit the ESTS 2026 website

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Patient Information

Welcome to Patient Information where you will find information about what is general thoracic surgery and information about your disease and surgical process

News Articles & Upcoming Events
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Monday 02 February 2026

Extended Call for Applications: ESTS WGTS Mid-Career Fellowship in Surgical Oncology

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Events

Monday 09 February 2026

ESTS Webinar: Mediastinal Surgery – Technical Session

The European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS) is delighted to extend a warm invitation to an upcoming insightful and dynamic webinar: Mediastinal... read more

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 - ONE LAST SPOT FOR RATS... read more

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02 February 2026

Extended Call for Applications: ESTS WGTS Mid-Career Fellowship in Surgical Oncology

The European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS) is proud to announce a new initiative from the Women in Thoracic Surgery Committee: The ESTS WGTS... read more

30 January 2026

Prof.Anthony Linegar: in Memoriam

It is with deep sorrow that the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons acknowledges the passing of Prof. Anthony Linegar. Professor Anthony Linegar... read more

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Thursday 12 February – Friday 13 February 2026

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

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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 - ONE LAST SPOT FOR RATS... read more

ESTS Affiliated

Thursday 12 March – Friday 13 March 2026

16th Thoracic Meeting Mons - Endorsed by the European Society of Thoracic Surgeons (ESTS)

The 16th Thoracic Meeting Mons will be held on 12–13 March 2026 at the Van der Valk Congress Hotel, Mons (Belgium). The meeting is organised by... read more

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Monday 16 March – Friday 20 March 2026

Knowledge Track Course, 16-20 March 2026: REGISTER NOW!

Monday, 16 March 2026 - Friday, 20 March 2026 Lindner Hotel Prague Castle, Prague, Czech Republic Course organiser: Alessandro Bertani, ESTS... read more

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