Dear Colleagues, It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to the Cardiac Continuing Medical Education (CME) program under the auspices of the Indian Association of Cardiovascular-Thoracic Surgeons (IACTS), to be held in August 2025, in the breathtaking coastal town of Kovalam, Trivandrum. This edition of the CME is being hosted by the prestigious Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), an Institute of National Importance, renowned for its contributions to cardiac and neurosciences and for being at the forefront of advanced clinical care, resident training and biomedical technology development in India. The program has been meticulously designed for residents in training and early to mid-career cardiac surgeons, with a strong academic focus on key areas of interest including coronary artery surgery, minimally invasive cardiac surgery (MICS), pulmonary endarterectomy, valve repair, aortic procedures, heart and lung transplantation and pediatric cardiac surgery. We are also excited to include a unique session on biomedical innovation, where experts will present insights into the designing, development, clinical testing, and technology transfer of medical devices and implants. Delegates will have the rare opportunity to visit the Biomedical Technology Wing of SCTIMST, gaining firsthand exposure to India's pioneering work in indigenous medical technology. Interactive segments such as the Resident Quiz and a competitive Poster session aim to foster academic enthusiasm, peer learning, and the showcasing of novel ideas and research by young minds in the field. Set against the serene backdrop of the Arabian Sea, the venue in Kovalam offers the perfect balance of intense academic engagement and peaceful reflection. We are confident that this CME will be an enriching experience for all participants. We look forward to your participation and to welcoming you to Trivandrum for two days of learning, innovation, and camaraderie. Warm regards, Dr Vivek V Pillai Organising Secretary
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