COURSE DIRECTOR
Jonathan D'Cunha, M.D., Ph.D.

DESCRIPTION
The Cardiothoracic Surgery Morbidity and Mortality (M&M) Conference is a structured, peer-reviewed educational forum dedicated to the critical analysis of adverse outcomes, complications, and near-miss events in cardiothoracic surgical care. The conference promotes a culture of transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement through systematic case review and multidisciplinary discussion.

In-Person and Live-Streamed; Quarterly

TARGET AUDIENCE
Physicians

LEARNING OBJECTIVES
Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to:

• Identify practice gaps revealed by M&M case review and translate current evidence and consensus guidance into actionable plans to standardize care and improve outcomes.
• Apply ERAS/ERATS elements to CT-surgery cases by correctly selecting and sequencing key components (pre-op optimization, anesthesia/analgesia updates, early mobilization, nutrition, standardized discharge) to identify local barriers and adherence with a feasible fix.
• Assess transplant innovations (DCD lungs/EVLP) by defining inclusion/exclusion criteria and mapping a multidisciplinary workflow (donor selection, procurement/perfusion, documentation) that meets current consensus. Specify ≥ two process metrics to monitor implementation.
• Detect early or rising complication signals from M&M case reviews, perform concise root-cause analysis, and outline corrective actions to prevent recurrence and improve outcomes.
• Translate current evidence and consensus guidance into actionable plans to standardize care and improve outcomes.

Accreditation Statement
In support of improving patient care, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

CREDIT STATEMENT(S)
AMA
Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science designates this live activity for a maximum of 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits^TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

DISCLOSURE SUMMARY
As a provider accredited by Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science must ensure balance, independence, objectivity and scientific rigor in its educational activities.  All who are in a position to control the content are required to disclose all financial relationships with any ineligible company.   Faculty will also identify any off-label and/or investigational use of pharmaceuticals or instruments discussed in their content for FDA compliance.

Listed below are individuals with control of the content of this program who have disclosed...

Relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies:
None

All relevant financial relationships have been mitigated.

No relevant financial relationship(s) with ineligible companies:
Staci Beamer, M.D.
Jonathan D'Cunha, M.D., Ph.D.
Pyongsoo Yoon, M.D.
Jennifer Lutz, M.S.N., R.N. (Coordinator)

References to off-label usage(s) of pharmaceuticals or instruments in their presentation:
None

For disclosure information regarding Mayo Clinic School of Continuous Professional Development accreditation review committee member(s), please go here.

ATTENDANCE / CREDIT
Text the session code (provided only at the session) to 507-200-3010 within 48 hours of the live presentation to record attendance. All learners are encouraged to text attendance regardless of credit needs. This number is only used for receiving text messages related to tracking attendance. Additional tasks to obtain credit may be required based on the specific activity requirements and will be announced accordingly. Swiping your badge will not provide credit; that process is only applicable to meet GME requirements for Residents & Fellows.

TRANSCRIPT
Any credit or attendance awarded will appear on your Transcript.

QUESTIONS?
Contact Jennifer Lutz