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the Society of Thoracic Surgeons Names Justine Varieur Turco As CEO

PRIVATEJul 28, 2026•11 days ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

Justine Varieur Turco
BiotechnologyHealth CareEducationMedicalNon Profit

Description

Justine Varieur Turco has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer/Executive Director of The Society of Thoracic Surgeons, effective August 31, 2026. She will succeed Elaine Weiss, who is retiring after seven years in the position.

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Company

The Society of Thoracic Surgeons

About

STS is the largest not-for-profit organization in cardiothoracic surgery, representing more than 8,000 surgeons, researchers, and allied healthcare professionals worldwide. Through the STS National Database—one of medicine’s most robust clinical registries—and ongoing education, research, and advocacy, STS aims to advance high standards of patient care.

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