Council on Cardiovascular Surgery and Anesthesia (CVSA)

Message from the Chair

Elaine Tseng, MD, FAHA

Welcome to all members of the Council on Cardiovascular Surgery and Anesthesia (CVSA), and to those exploring ways to make a lasting impact in the dynamic landscape of cardiovascular care. Whether you are a cardiac or vascular surgeon, cardiac anesthesiologist, scientist, engineer, perfusionist, nurse, technologist, or trainee, you’ll find a vibrant and inclusive home here at the American Heart Association (AHA) within our CVSA council.

Elaine Tseng, MD, FAHA
Chair, Council on Cardiovascular Surgery and Anesthesia (CVSA)

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CVSA Science News
The CVSA Council actively participates in the publication of scientific statements or guidelines that are important to our members. We've included those along with articles or research that cover topics of interest to our members below.
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Considerations of Intraoperative Transesophageal Echocardiography During Adult Cardiac Surgery
Jun 12, 2025 | Circulation
Palliative and End-of-Life Care During Critical Cardiovascular Illness
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May 13, 2025 | Circulation
Palliative Care and Advanced Cardiovascular Disease in Adults
Apr 17, 2025 | Circulation
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The latest research in the fields of cardiology, cardiovascular surgery, electrophysiology, internal medicine, nursing and other fields in cardiovascular medicine are printed in the council's journal each month.
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