AI for Cardiothoracic Surgeons

Daily Hands-On Workshops at AATS Annual Meeting • May 3-6, 2026 • Chicago, IL

Program Overview

Join us for an intensive 4-day workshop series designed specifically for cardiothoracic surgeons. Learn how to leverage AI to enhance your clinical practice, research productivity, and administrative efficiency. Each morning session combines expert instruction with hands-on practice, ensuring you leave with immediately applicable skills.

Location

AATS Annual Meeting
Chicago, Illinois

Dates

May 3-6, 2026
Saturday through Tuesday

Time

7:00-8:00 AM daily
30-60 minute sessions

Why Attend?

CME Credits

4.0 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ (pending ACCME accreditation)

Convenient Timing

7-8 AM daily sessions before conference activities begin

Hands-On Learning

Bring your laptop and practice with AI during hands-on sessions

Expert Instruction

Led by Prahlad Menon, PhD, PMP - AI Architect at AATS

Daily Schedule

AI Fundamentals for Surgeons
Saturday, May 3
7:00-8:00 AM
  • What is AI and how does it work?
  • AI in medicine: Current landscape and future potential
  • Hands-on: Your first AI conversation
  • AATS AI tools introduction: Ask AQG demo
Practical AI for Clinical Work
Sunday, May 4
7:00-8:00 AM
  • Literature review and research with AI
  • Patient education materials generation
  • Clinical documentation assistance
  • Hands-on: Create patient handouts with AI
AI for Academic & Administrative Tasks
Monday, May 5
7:00-8:00 AM
  • Grant writing and research proposals
  • Presentation and slide deck creation
  • Email and communication efficiency
  • Hands-on: Draft a conference abstract with AI
Advanced Applications & Ethics
Tuesday, May 6
7:00-8:00 AM
  • AI in surgical planning and decision support
  • Image analysis and diagnostic assistance
  • Ethical considerations and limitations
  • Q&A and ongoing learning resources
What You'll Learn
Fundamentals of AI and large language models
Effective prompt engineering techniques
Conducting literature reviews with AI assistance
Patient communication and education materials
Clinical documentation assistance
Grant writing and academic writing support
Presentation and slide creation
Ethical considerations and limitations
AATS-specific AI tools (Ask AQG)
Best practices for data privacy
Integration into daily workflow
Ongoing learning resources
Your Instructor

Prahlad Menon, PhD, PMP

AI Architect, AATS

Dr. Menon brings extensive experience in AI implementation and education, with a focus on practical applications in healthcare and medical societies. He has designed and delivered AI training programs for diverse audiences, from beginners to advanced practitioners.

What to Bring

  • Laptop Computer

    Bring your own laptop for hands-on practice during sessions

  • AI Tool Accounts (Optional)

    Pre-register for ChatGPT, Claude, or Google Gemini to maximize practice time

  • Open Mind

    Come ready to explore new tools and approaches to your work

Registration Information
Workshop registration will open with AATS Annual Meeting registration

Space is limited to ensure personalized attention and hands-on practice. Early registration is recommended.