Dr. Devagourou Velayoudam

Dear Esteemed Members of the Indian Association of Cardiovascular Thoracic Surgeons,

It is with immense pride and deep gratitude that I assume the role of President of our prestigious association. I am both honoured and humbled by the trust you have placed in me to lead and serve our Association.

Our association has a rich legacy of pioneering advancements, fostering educational growth, and upholding the highest standards of patient care. It is my fervent commitment to continue this legacy, building upon the remarkable achievements of my predecessors, and to steer our association towards new pinnacles of success and innovation.

In the coming months, I envision our association not only as a hub of clinical and surgical excellence but also as a nurturing ground for research, education and collaboration. Prioritize mentorship ,training, and skill development for young surgeons ,ensuring that they inherit a field that is dynamic ,inclusive ,and ethically grounded.

We will be expanding our educational programs, fellowships ,workshops, and conferences, ensuring that our members have access to the latest knowledge, skills, and best practices. Moreover, I am committed to promoting research initiatives and collaborations with AATS ,STS and other Associations .

As promised in the GB we will work to bringing amendments to our Constitution ,and also work on bringing an updated and uniform curriculum for residency training .

In conclusion, I extend my heartfelt gratitude to all our members for your unwavering support and commitment. Hope to bring in positive changes for our Association to keep with changing times.

Thank you for the opportunity to serve as your President. Let us aspire, innovate, and excel—united in our mission to advance the field of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.

With warm regards,

Dr Devagourou Velayoudam
President
Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons

Dr. Jacob Jamesraj

Dear Colleagues,

I am honoured to have been bestowed with the responsibility of Secretary of our dear association. It is with a deep sense of gratitude passion and humility that I assume this august office. I consider it a great privilege to be able to serve you. I am committed to upholding the high standards and values that our association represents.

My dream is to channel the thoughts and desires of every member into action and reality. I shall endeavour in every way to do this. Regular discussions and referendums shall guide my actions so what I do would be in accordance with the desire of all.

Let us confide in each other freely and discuss to enable our shared goals to fruition as we embark on this lap of our journey.

Together we shall climb mountains and span even the darkest valley. I commit myself to your service and to the smooth and elegant running of our association. Long live IACTS! Jai Hind!

Regards,
Dr Jacob Jamesraj
Secretary
Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons