Tomas A. Salerno, MD, is an internationally recognized cardiothoracic surgeon, educator, and academic leader with a distinguished career spanning clinical innovation, surgical education, and faculty mentorship. He serves as Professor of Surgery in the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery and Vice Chairman for Faculty Development and Mentoring in the DeWitt Daughtry Family Department of Surgery at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine¿. Dr. Salerno is widely respected for his contributions to cardiac surgery, myocardial protection, surgical outcomes research, and physician education. Over the course of his career, he has trained and mentored generations of surgeons and physician leaders around the world and has authored hundreds of scientific publications, book chapters, and educational presentations in the field of cardiothoracic surgery. Known for his thoughtful mentorship and emphasis on professional judgment, integrity, and lifelong learning, Dr. Salerno has played an important advisory and editorial role in advancing discussions on physician leadership, career development, and the human dimensions of medical practice.

In The Missing Curriculum¿: Navigating the Realities of Modern Medicine, he serves as Senior Editor and contributor to the broader educational vision of the work.