The Fifth Annual Masters of Minimally Invasive Thoracic Surgery program involves well-known leaders and technical masters in minimally invasive surgery, creating an experience that is both didactic and interactive. The Masters activity will focus on a spectrum of the most complex thoracic surgical issues. The faculty, with help from the audience, will review decision-making, operative strategies, advanced technical details, controversies and management of complications. The post-graduate activity includes didactic and video-based education to meet the continuing education needs of those who routinely practice thoracoscopic procedures.