Getting Promoted in Cardiothoracic Surgery

Advancing in cardiothoracic surgery requires more than technical excellence in the operating room. In this latest STS Career Development blog, Sahar Saddoughi, MD, shares how surgeons can get promoted by building programs, leading multidisciplinary teams, and aligning their clinical and academic work with institutional priorities. She believes that success comes from demonstrating measurable impact, strategic focus, and leadership that shows you are already contributing at the next level.