The Society of Thoracic Surgeons Expert Consensus Pathway for Robotic Cardiac Surgical Training

Key Points

• Robotic surgery training enhances surgical precision and patient outcomes, fostering a safer surgical environment.
• Key competencies for robotic cardiac surgery training include proficiency in robotic surgery techniques and patient management.
• Assessment methods for evaluating surgical skills during training include simulation-based evaluations and supervised practice.
• These pathways aim to standardize training, improving overall technique and facilitating future advancements in cardiac surgery.