From the Chest December 2025
23 December 2025
As we approach Christmas and the turn of a new page into 2026, it's incredible to reflect on how quickly 2025 has flown by. This year has been an exciting time for SCTS, marked by numerous changes and developments. The Communications Committee has been diligently working on various aspects of our communication strategy. This includes enhancing our social media presence to raise the charity's profile, particularly through events like our charity bicycle ride. Additionally, the committee has been focusing on streamlining other communication efforts to ensure a cohesive and effective approach.
This winter issue is packed with exciting articles. We continue to celebrate our heritage by showcasing the contributions of the Leicester ECMO unit. We also celebrate Nisha Nair, our NAHP Inspirational Star, who highlights various aspects of her professional and personal career, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and training. Cardio-thoracic surgery is a specialty that constantly evolves, and we are excited to introduce a new innovative tool that will aid in long operations: the exoskeleton model from Harefield Hospital.
We also honour the contributions of Marion Ionescu, a great patron and friend of the society. During my time as the Education Secretary, Marion's support allowed us to award an unprecedented number of traveling fellowships. As the former Education Secretary, it gave me great pleasure to read about the achievements of our traveling fellows, which have reinforced the current mission of SCTS: to offer minimally invasive cardiothoracic surgery and aim towards enhanced recovery after cardiac and thoracic surgery.
In this issue, we also showcase the SCTS Medical Students Committee, introducing their members. It has been a great privilege and honour to serve as the Communications Secretary. We have recently advertised for my replacement and are seeking new talented individuals to join the Communications Committee.
Until the next issue, I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Prosperous 2026.
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