Journal Club, held once a month, has been an opportunity to review relevant articles. I did not start a cardiothoracic training program with any expectations of a social life. The University of Pittsburgh Medical Center has not impressed me as a liberal or friendly atmosphere. Please comment on being a woman in cardiothoracic surgery. At present, the world of cardiothoracic surgery does not welcome women with open arms.
Thoracic surgery is perhaps more accepting than cardiac.
Unfortunately, female cardiac surgeons are not a prevalent role model. I hope that I will be able to accomplish this here.