AATS Meeting Travel Awards
The AATS Meeting Travel Awards support surgeons and trainees, especially from underserved communities, to attend the AATS Annual Meeting for professional development and knowledge sharing in thoracic surgery.
Funder: American Association for Thoracic Surgery Foundation
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Stipend to offset AATS Meeting attendance costs; amount varies by need and applicant profile.
Summary: Supports surgeons and trainees worldwide, especially those serving underserved communities, to attend the AATS Meeting.
Key Information: Open to all career stages and geographic regions; special emphasis on applicants from under-resourced or underserved settings.
Description
The AATS Meeting Travel Awards provide financial support for surgeons and trainees from around the world to attend the American Association for Thoracic Surgery (AATS) Annual Meeting. The program aims to foster professional development, knowledge sharing, and advancement of thoracic surgery by enabling participation from individuals at all career stages and from both well-resourced and under-resourced medical centers. Special consideration is given to applicants who serve heart valve disease patients in underserved communities or who practice in challenging environments where the award could significantly impact patient care.
