This textbook provides practical tips on the conduct of aortic surgery, from the aortic valve to the iliac arteries. It is organized as a series of Plates, each with a key central illustration, followed by bullet items of accompanying explanatory text. The accompanying text concentrates on specific, critical  do s and don ts  that promote and enhance patient safety. Chapters include dozens of color illustrations by one of the nation s premier medical illustrators, along with selected classic  pen and ink  line drawings. Each central illustration is accompanied by additional secondary figures interspersed at intervals within the accompanying text. Each  practical tip  has an accompanying short (15-30 second) video demonstrating vividly the specific didactic point being made in each Plate. Chapters provide Q&A sections, to promote an interactive feel and experience.