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The California Thoracic Society (CTS) is a professional society founded in 1940, dedicated to improving lung health in California and advancing the field of pulmonary and critical care medicine through advocacy and education. As the largest chapter of the American Thoracic Society, CTS is officially recognized by the California Medical Association and actively participates in shaping policies related to chest diseases. Their activities focus on clinical practice issues, education, government policies, and access to care, offering a range of services such as conferences, guidelines development, proficiency testing programs, and special committee projects. With a diverse membership that includes pulmonary physicians, critical care specialists, internists, and other healthcare professionals, CTS provides a platform for networking, information sharing, and shaping the future of lung care in California. Governed by a Board of Directors and supported by its own income sources, CTS is committed to advancing the science and practice of pulmonary, sleep, and critical care medicine, ultimately striving to improve the lung health of individuals across the state.Generated from the website