Rigorous, expert peer review is the core function of The Journalof Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. To this end, the Journalhas received enormous help from many colleagues. The Editorand the Section Editors gratefully acknowledge the criticalcontributions of the following Distinguished Reviewers, EditorialBoard members, and Guest Reviewers. We could not have done thejob without their enthusiastic support.
The following individuals, by virtue of having provided 5 ormore exceptional reviews since July 1, 2000, have achieved thedesignation "Distinguished Reviewer."