11/06/2026
👏TFS Aortic Treatment English Case Competition Concludes Successfully: Young Chinese Surgeons Shine on the Global Stage!
👉We’re thrilled to share highlights from the 4th Tianfu Aortic Symposium (TFS 2026) flagship event:
On May 29, 2026, as a key part of TFS 2026 in Chengdu, the TFS Aortic Treatment English Case Competition was wonderfully staged. This competition focused on complex aortic disease management, conducted entirely in English, and aimed at young physicians. It continues to build a longterm, open, and professional international academic dialogue platform.
Chaired and judged by an international panel of renowned experts, including:
Chinese Experts:
Prof. Hu Jia (West China Hospital, Sichuan University)
Prof. Sun Xiaogang (Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences)
Prof. Huang Lingjin (Xiangya Hospital, Central South University)
Prof. Fang Kun (Fuwai Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences)
Prof. Ni Buqing (Jiangsu Province Hospital)
Prof. Zhou Jian (Shanghai Tenth People’s Hospital)
Featuring Drs: Dr. Gaspar Mestres (Institut de Malalties Cardiovasculars, Hospital Clinic, Barcelona)
Dr. Clark Zeebregts (Division of Vascular Surgery, University Medical Center Groningen)
Dr. Nguyễn Tùng Sơn (Viet Duc University Hospital)
Dr. Julien Sfeir(LAUMC-RIZK Hospital)
Dr. Veera Suwanruangsri (Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital)
Dr. Benjamin Leong Dak Keung (Gleneagles Kota Kinabalu Hospital)
Dr. Nguyễn Công Hựu (Cardiovascular Center – E Hospital)
The judges emphasized clinical reasoning, surgical strategy, global perspectives, and real-world evidence, turning each case presentation into a high-level training session.
Insightful Debates & Future Leaders
During the competition, eight young physicians from top medical centers across China presented complex cases in English, covering topics such as aortic pseudoaneurysm in pregnancy, post-TEVAR endoleak management, long-term care for type B aortic dissection, and challenging post-operative infections.
The judges provided multidimensional comments, stimulating lively discussion and fully demonstrating the accelerating integration of China’s young doctors into the international academic system.
As one of the chair professors noted:
“Awards are not the end; the real value lies in the exchange of clinical logic and technical resonance – that is the true significance of this stage.”
Awards & Global Opportunities
All participants received the "Pioneer in Healing" honorary certificate. The three top awards went to:
🌟Luminary – awarded to Dr. Zhang Yu (West China Hospital), including a fully supported trip to attend SITE 2026 in Spain.
🌟Maestro – awarded to Dr. D**g Kaiyi (Xiangya Hospital), with an opportunity to present at FYA 2027 in London, UK.
🌟Healer – awarded to Dr. Li Minghui (Jiangsu Province Hospital), granting participation in ASVA 2027 in Vietnam.
These young surgeons will now take their insights to major international conferences, sharing “Chinese cases” with the world.
A Celebration of Progress
With warm group photos and heartfelt congratulations, the English case competition concluded successfully. This was more than a high-level surgical exchange, it was an event of cultural integration, mutual learning, and genuine encouragement for the next generation.
Congratulations to all the young doctors who participated! Every case presented reflected your dedication, courage, and clinical excellence.
Moving forward, the Tianfu Aortic Symposium will continue to build a stage to the world for young physicians, so that “Chinese cases” can make a stronger voice on the global stage.