Explore current initiatives and findings.
Publication
ThORN Collaborative study evaluating institutional characteristics linked to adherence to evidence-based quality measures in early-stage non-small cell lung cancer.
Publication
Consensus guidance from ThORN providing evidence-based recommendations for surgical triage and management of thoracic malignancy operations during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Publication
Multidisciplinary consensus document from the Thoracic Surgery Outcomes Research Network (ThORN) defining quality standards for wedge resection in early-stage NSCLC.
Publication
Editorial overview from ThORN leadership examining strengths, limitations, and methodological considerations when using administrative and clinical databases in thoracic surgery outcomes research.
Survey
Qualitative study engaging thoracic surgeons and medical oncologists to evaluate multidisciplinary treatment decision-making for resectable early-stage NSCLC, including neoadjuvant and adjuvant immunotherapy use.
The Thoracic Surgery Outcomes Research Network (ThORN) accelerates health services and outcomes research with a cooperative of faculty, trainees, and institutional partners focused on faster, safer, and more equitable surgical care.
Case Study
COVID-19 triage guidelines and rapid consensus for thoracic oncology.
When the pandemic hit, ThORN mobilized its network to produce triage guidance within days, ensuring oncologic surgeries continued safely while resources were stretched.
Turnaround
72 hours
From call-to-action to consensus draft.
Sites
30+
Coordinated implementation across the network.
Outcome
Continuity
Maintained access to essential thoracic oncology surgeries.
Dissemination
Guidelines
Shared with hospitals, societies, and patient advocates.
Get Involved
Whether you represent an institution, lead a clinical program, or are building your research career, there is a role for you at ThORN.
Participate in multi-center clinical trials, data-sharing collaboratives, and rapid-response task forces.
Registration detailsJoin fellowship and residency research groups, present findings, and co-author publications across the network.
Apply for a trainee role