Cardiothoracic surgical critical care certification: A future of distinction.

Sherif, Hisham M F · J Thorac Cardiovasc Surg · 2016

editorial · Level V

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Abstract

Cardiothoracic surgical critical care has emerged as a unique area of practice within cardiothoracic surgery. Leaders of multidisciplinary, high-performing teams are uniquely educated, trained, and skilled surgeons. Certification in this specialty by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery is a recognition of their distinction. A foundational framework is proposed toward this goal.

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