Dr. Arnold G. Coran, professor Emeritus of Surgery, University of Michigan Health System, opens the symposium with discussion of esophageal atresia patients. His presentation provides insight on the current management of esophageal atresia and tracheoesophageal fistula, areas of interest, management of post operative tracheomalacia, and esophageal replacement. This segment includes case study demonstrations, surgical illustrations, and comprehensive discussion amongst the panel and audience members.