Robin William Paton

Surgeons Lodge Ltd. is a British company that offers central venues for conferences, weddings, private dining, and parties in Edinburgh, UK. In addition to their travel agency services, Surgeons Lodge is dedicated to advancing surgery and saving lives globally through their profits. Founded in 2003, they also provide quality accommodation within walking distance of the city's attractions.

The European Association for Cardio-Thoracic Surgery was founded in 1986 and is based in Windsor, UK. The British company represents over 4,000 surgeons and aims to advance education in the field of cardiac, thoracic, and vascular interventions. The private company also promotes and disseminate research into cardiovascular and thoracic physiology, pathology, and therapy.