TRISTAN YAN CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY FOUNDATION LIMITED
The Tristan Yan Cardiothoracic Surgery Foundation established in 2022, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing cardiovascular health in Australia and around the world through highyield initiatives. Our mission is to improve clinical outcomes for patients undergoing cardiovascular and thoracic surgery by employing a comprehensive approach that encompasses worldleading research, immersive education/training, and direct advocacy for positive changes in cardiovascular care delivery. Our Purpose At the Foundation, we are committed to improving the quality of cardiovascular care through: WorldLeading Research: We support and conduct groundbreaking studies that drive innovation in cardiac surgery and patient care, pushing the boundaries of medical science. Immersive Education/Training: We provide exceptional training and educational opportunities for surgeons and healthcare professionals, enhancing their skills and knowledge to deliver the highest standard of care. Policy Advocacy: We advocate for changes in healthcare policy to ensure that cardiovascular care in Australia meets the highest standards of quality and accessibility, benefiting patients across the nation. Our Foundational Undertakings Pioneering Excellence in Cardiothoracic Surgery Research: Annals of Cardiothoracic Surgery (ACS) ACS is a distinguished international bimonthly peerreviewed journal dedicated to advancing the field of cardiothoracic surgery. ACS has published 94 journal articles in 2023, establishing itself as a premier source of knowledge and innovation. https://www.annalscts.com/issue/view/649 https://www.annalscts.com/issue/view/650 https://www.annalscts.com/issue/view/645 https://www.annalscts.com/issue/view/653 https://www.annalscts.com/issue/view/643 https://www.annalscts.com/issue/view/642 These innovations have contributed to ACS’s impressive 2023 Journal Impact Factor of 3.3, ranking it third in the field of cardiothoracic surgery. The journal’s global recognition is further evidenced by its indexing in PubMed, Scopus, and Google Scholar.