Overview of the Program

The training program in cardiothoracic surgery has been structured to provide participants a broad experience in all areas of cardiothoracic surgery. There are two separate programs, one for ACGME-accredited residents/fellows (3 years) and a second for non-accredited fellows who are seeking additional training (1 to 2 years). Both programs provide a strong exposure to all aspects of adult cardiac surgery, including beating-heart surgery, valve repair and replacement, minimally invasive mitral valve surgery, implantation of ventricular assist devices and cardiac transplantation. In addition, participants in the ACGME-accredited program spend dedicated time in congenital cardiac surgery and adult thoracic surgery.

Since each program differs significantly in terms of duration, composition of the rotations and eligibility requirements, applicants must choose the program that suits their individual needs.

WHICH PROGRAM IS RIGHT FOR ME?

IF: You have completed a full residency in General Surgery approved by the ACME or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

AND

You desire complete training in cardiothoracic surgery to become eligible to apply for certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

THEN PROCEED TO
RESIDENCY IN CARDIOTHORACIC SURGERY

IF: You have trained only overseas

AND

You have NOT completed a full residency in General Surgery approved by the ACME or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

AND

You desire initial training in cardiac surgery

OR

You have completed training in cardiothoracic surgery and are eligible for certification by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery

BUT

You desire additional training in cardiac surgery

THEN CONTINUE HERE