Started in 1940, the California Thoracic Society (CTS) is a professional society committed in its mission to improve California lung health and, through advocacy and education, advance the science and practice of pulmonary and critical care medicine. CTS is the largest Chapter of the American Thoracic Society (ATS).

CTS is officially recognized by the California Medical Association (CMA), and has direct representation on the CMA Scientific Committee on Chest Diseases, its Council on Legislation, and its governing body the House of Delegates.

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California Thoracic Society – CTS

Tisha Wang

Walter Vanderschraaf

William W. Stringer

Jason Seidler

James K. Brown

Asha Devereaux

The Medical Professionals team at the California Thoracic Society (CTS) consists of esteemed experts in pulmonary and critical care medicine. This team focuses on advancing lung health in California through ground-breaking research, education, and clinical practice. They collaborate on developing guidelines, conducting studies, and advocating for policy changes to address respiratory health issues and improve patient care.

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