Interview Dates: Integrated (I-6) programs
Cardiothoracic surgery residency interview dates will be posted once they become available.
CT surgery residency and fellowship programs provide interview dates to TSRA. Please contact programs directly with any inquiries.
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Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Boston, MA
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Contact Information
Cynthia Gordon
Education Program Manager
Phone: 617-732-8584
E-Mail: cpgordon@bwh.harvard.edu
Website: https://www.brighamandwomens.org/surgery/for-medical-professionals/cardiothoracic-surgery-residency
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Cleveland Clinic
Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery
Cleveland, OH
Narrative
The Cleveland Clinic Department of Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery intends to recruit motivated candidates and train them to become academic leaders in the field of Thoracic Surgery. Our program utilizes an innovative, multidisciplinary approach that emphasizes academic knowledge, accomplishment, and clinical expertise in patient care. Our department is the busiest cardiac center in the country providing an exceptional opportunity for its residents to receive focused training in a wider variety of cardiothoracic surgery procedures. Our General Thoracic section performs in excess of 2000 surgeries per year providing robust experience for residents with open, laparoscopic, robotic and endoscopic procedures.
The first three years of the curriculum are designed to provide broad training in both surgical and medical specialties with a graduated level of responsibility and patient complexity. Rotations during the PGY 1- 3 years are one month in duration at select Cleveland Clinic hospitals, the Cleveland Louis B. Stokes VA Medical Center, and MetroHealth Medical Center.
The last three years of training are devoted to the surgical, percutaneous, and minimally invasive treatment of acquired and congenital cardiac disease, thoracic and esophageal disease, and vascular disease. Residents rotate each year with progressive responsibility through the Senior/Chief level. There is a three month block in the PGY 5-6 years for residents to choose an elective in adult cardiac, thoracic/esophageal surgery, or vascular/endovascular surgery amongst others. The rotation length is three months during the PGY 4-6 years.
With its rich variety of surgical cases and reputation for academic excellence, the Cleveland Clinic Department of Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery is best positioned to offer its residents a comprehensive patient care experience over a full spectrum of health problems related to cardiovascular and thoracic disorders requiring surgical intervention. In addition, we offer an exceptional opportunity for interested trainees to join a 2 year PhD program during their training.
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Format
TBD
Contact Information
Janelle Daher
Administrative Program Coordinator
Phone: 216-445-6816
E-mail: daherj@ccf.org
Website: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/departments/heart/medical-professionals/fellowship-residency/thoracic-cardiovascular-surgery
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Duke University Hospital
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Durham, NC
Interview Dates
Interview Location
10 Duke Medicine Circle
Durham, NC 27710
Contact Information
Penny Potvin
Program Coordinator
E-mail: penny.potvin@duke.edu
Website: http://cardiothoracic.surgery.duke.edu/education-and-training/residency-program/integrated-thoracic-surgery-residency-program
Emory University
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Atlanta, GA
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Susan Blackstock
Assistant Director, Training Programs
Phone: 404-727-1994
E-mail: susan.mcnair.blackstock@emory.edu
Website: http://www.surgery.emory.edu/training/ct-surgery-residency-fellowships/index.html
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Indiana University School of Medicine
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Indianapolis, IN
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Contact Information
Cherron Jones
Clinical Education Coordinator
Phone: 317-274-7105
E-mail: jones562@iupui.edu
Website: https://medicine.iu.edu/
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Loma Linda University
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Loma Linda, CA
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Contact Information
Adriana Acosta
Residency/Fellowship Coordinator 2
Phone: 909-558-4000 ext. 48436
Email: amacosta@llu.edu
Website: under construction
Montefiore Medical Center
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Bronx, NY
Narrative
The Integrated 6-year program in Cardiothoracic training at Montefiore-Einstein has a well-balanced curriculum with fulfillment of the basic requirements in general surgery, critical care, and vascular surgery along with early exposure to cardiothoracic surgery. The cardiothoracic program provides a comprehensive and broad-based experience in adult cardiac surgery, general thoracic surgery and congenital heart surgery. Particular areas of focus include Heart Transplantation, Ventricular Assist Devices, Robotic and Minimally Invasive Surgery, transcatheter therapies in the treatment of valvular heart disease, Aortic Surgery, Lung Transplantation and neonatal heart surgery.
A robust didactic curriculum with a focus on mastery of both written and oral Board exam material is also a requirement of the training program. The program is based on an environment of collegiality and strong interdisciplinary relationships exist with heart failure cardiology, interventional cardiology, electrophysiology, anesthesia, critical care and vascular surgery.
Ample opportunities exist for clinical research among all training years.
Interview Format
In-Person
Interview Dates
Friday, December 6, 2024
Friday, January 10, 2025
Contact Information
Brianna Murray
Residency Program Administrator
Phone: 718-696-2590
Email: brimurray@montefiore.org
Website: Cardiothoracic
Surgery Fellowship and Integrated Six Year Training Program | Montefiore
Einstein
Mount Sinai School of Medicine
Department of Cardiovascular Surgery
New York, NY
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
Mount Sinai Hospital
1190 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10029
Contact Information
LaVerne Powell
Education Manager
Phone: 212-659-6864
E-mail: LaVerne.Powell@mountsinai.org
Website: http://icahn.mssm.edu/education/residencies-fellowships/list/integrated-thoracic-surgery-residency
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University Irving Medical Center
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery / Department of Surgery
New York, NY
Narrative
Welcome to the Cardiothoracic Surgery Integrated Training Program at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center. NYP/Columbia is a nationally recognized, high quality and innovative center with high surgical volume that utilizes advanced techniques and procedures. The Program began in 2010 when the first two residents were accepted. This innovative, accredited program accepts applications for two post graduate positions each year. This program represents a unique experience to train in a high volume, innovative, major academic and clinical institution. Thank you for your interest, and we welcome you to learn more about us.
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Contact Information
Alla Vaynshteyn
Program Coordinator
Phone: 212-305-1629
E-mail: av3067@cumc.columbia.edu
Website: http://columbiasurgery.org/cardiothoracic-training
New York University Langone Health
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
New York, NY
Narrative
The interview process begins with a Welcoming Dinner with our faculty and current CT-Surgery residents on the night prior to the interview day. The interview day begins at 9:00 am and ends around 2:00 pm. Applicants can book an afternoon return flight with departures as early as 4:00 pm.
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
NYU Langone Health
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
530 First Avenue, Suite 9V
New York, NY 10016
Contact Information
Beata Li
Program Manager
Phone: 212-263-7427
Email: beata.li@nyulangone.org
Website: http://www.med.nyu.edu/cardiac-surgery/residencyfellowship
Northwestern University
Division of Cardiac Surgery / Division of Thoracic Surgery
Chicago, IL
Narrative
We welcome you to contact our office with any questions, and we invite you to visit our website: https://www.surgery.northwestern.edu/divisions/cardiac/index.html
Interview Format & Location
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Hemali Shah
Education Coordinator
Phone: 312-926-5136
E-mail: hemali.shah@nm.org
Website: https://www.surgery.northwestern.edu/divisions/cardiac/index.html
The Ohio State University
Divisions of Cardiac & Thoracic Surgery
Columbus, OH
Narrative
Our goal is to be on of the top academic cardiothoracic surgical training programs in the region and among the top programs in the nation. In order to accomplish this goal, we have assembled a highly skilled and committed faculty to support the three key areas of the educational mission at The Ohio State University – patient care, education, and research. Dr. Nahush Mokadam has assumed responsibility for the integrated residency program. In partnership with the outstanding faculty at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, including Dr. Mark Galantowicz, Chairman of the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Nationwide Children’s Hospital, these programs are positioned to take a leadership role in cardiothoracic surgical education of the future.
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Monique Singleterry Wells
Program Coordinator
Phone: (614)-685-1628
E-mail: monique.singleterrywells@osumc.edu
Website: https://medicine.osu.edu/departments/surgery/cardiac/education
Stanford University
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Palo Alto, CA
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Contact Information
Stephanie Harrington
Program Coordinator
Phone: 650-721-2552
E-mail: scunanan@stanford.edu
Website: http://med.stanford.edu/ctsurgery.html
University of California, Davis
Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery
Sacramento, CA
Narrative
The Aims of the University of California, Davis Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program are:
• To offer a comprehensive education curriculum, committed to the intellectual, technical and professional maturation of future Cardiothoracic Surgeons
• To support resident research initiatives that will transform patient care
• Develop a culturally competent workforce who practices patient-centered and cost-effective care
• Develop clinicians who provide the highest quality cardiothoracic surgical care within the communities they serve
• Provide the foundation for graduates to be leaders and innovators
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Thanh Huynh
Program Administrator
Phone: 916-734-2726
E-mail: Tvhhuynh@ucdavis.edu
Website: https://health.ucdavis.edu/surgery/education/cardio.html
University of California, San Diego Medical Center
Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery
La Jolla, CA
Narrative
The I-6 Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program at the University of California, San Diego is designed to train individuals to become leaders in the discipline of cardiothoracic surgery. Our program strives to instill the knowledge, skills, clinical judgment, and attitudes necessary for graduates to excel as cardiothoracic surgeons. To accomplish these objectives, we combine a fundamental education in general surgery with adult and congenital cardiac and general thoracic surgery, with a rich exposure to clinical material. Our division is one of the busiest cardiac surgery centers on the west coast, providing an excellent breadth of operations that span coronary revascularization, structural heart disease, mechanical circulatory support, and heart/lung transplantation. We have one of the largest heart transplant programs in the United States. Our general thoracic surgery section performs in excess of 1000 operations per year, providing ample opportunity for training in open, robotic, endoscopic, and thoracoscopic procedures.
The first three years of the curriculum are designed to provide a strong training in general surgery, integrated with operative rotations in cardiac and thoracic surgery. Rotations in cardiac catheterization and advanced catheterization skills, intensive care unit medicine, cardiac anesthesia, and endoscopic thoracic procedures are also part of the curriculum in the first three years.
The final three years of training provide a concentrated focus on adult cardiac surgery, general thoracic surgery, and congenital cardiac surgery. Residents have the option to tailor their curricula to fit the specialty of their choosing. All residents have opportunities to engage in research either during training or as separate years research years, if desired.
Interview Format
Virtual Interviews via Zoom
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Veronica Felix
I-6 Residency Program Coordinator – Cardiothoracic Surgery
Phone: 858-657-7777
E-mail: vfelix@health.ucsd.edu
University of Cincinnati Medical Center
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Cincinnati, OH
Narrative
TBD
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Andrea Anderson, C-TAGME
Program Coordinator
Phone: (513) 584-1387
E-mail: andrea.anderson@uc.edu
Website: https://med.uc.edu/depart/surgery/home
University of Florida – Gainesville
Department of Surgery – Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Gainesville, FL
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Lilas Khashab
Residency/Fellowship Coordinator
Phone: 352-733-1196
Email: lilas.khashab@surgery.ufl.edu
Website: https://surgery.med.ufl.edu/education/advanced-surgical-training/thoracic-cardiovascular-surgical-fellowship/
University of Iowa
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Iowa City, IA
Narrative
UIHC will match with one applicant for its I6 Cardiothoracic Surgery program. The program provides a comprehensive and immersive experience that emphasizes a flexible curriculum that offers pathways to cardiac, thoracic, or congenital surgery.
Interview Format
Virtual
Interview Dates
Tuesday, December 3, 2024 (morning)
Friday, January 13, 2025 (morning)
Interview Location
N/A
Contact Information
Jody Gingerich
Program Coordinator
Phone: 319-356-4518
E-mail: ctsurgery-education@uiowa.edu
Website: https://gme.medicine.uiowa.edu/thoracic-surgery-integrated-residency
University of Kentucky
Surgery/Thoracic Surgery-Integrated
Lexington, KY
Narrative
The University of Kentucky will be recruiting a resident that is seeking to pursue the thoracic track as their future goal.
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Carolyn Grissom
Program Coordinator
Phone: (859) 323-5443
E-mail: carolyn.grissom@uky.edu
Website: https://surgery.med.uky.edu/surgery-cardiothoracic-surgery-integrated-6-residency-program
University of Maryland
Baltimore, MD
Narrative
The University of Maryland-Baltimore will participate in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and the National Residency Match Program (NRMP) when a NRMP number is assigned.
Contact Information
Jaime Williams
Residency Coordinator
Phone: 410-328-5842.
E-mail: jwilliams@smail.umaryland.edu
University of Michigan
Michigan Medicine/Cardiac Surgery Department
Ann Arbor, MI
Narrative
Our residency programs offer access to a high volume of unique clinical cases and expansive research opportunities for the future leaders of cardiothoracic surgery. This six-year program includes a variety of rotations in the early years, including general surgery, critical care, cardiac imaging, and other relevant surgical and non-surgical specialties. It has become the educational standard for thoracic surgical residency training.
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
Virtual via Zoom
Contact Information
Karen Bowring
GME Program Administrator
Phone: 734-647-5923
E-mail: kbowring@med.umich.edu
Website: https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/cardiac-surgery/education-training
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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Chapel Hill, NC
Narrative
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
160 Dental Circle Burnett Womack Building
Chapel Hill, NC 27599
Contact Information
Website: https://www.med.unc.edu/ct
Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania
Cardiovascular and Thoracic Surgery
Philadelphia, PA
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Contact Information
Sarah Keeny
Program Coordinator
Phone: (215) 662-6157
E-mail: sarah.keeny@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
Website: http://www.uphs.upenn.edu/surgery/Education/thoracic/program_overview.html
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC)
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Pittsburgh, PA
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Bridget Purcell
GME Department Manager
Phone: (412) 648-6359
E-mail: purcellb@upmc.edu
Website: www.ctsurgery.pitt.edu
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University of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital
Thoracic Integrated Surgery Program
Rochester, NY
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
University of Rochester Medical Center
601 Elmwood Avenue
Rochester, NY 14642
Contact Information
Rachel Zapata-Bermudez
Program Coordinator
Phone: 585-275-1510
E-mail: rachel_zapata-bermudez@urmc.rochester.edu
Web: http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/education/graduate-medical-education/prospective-residents/cardiothoracic-surgery
Medical University of South Carolina
Cardiothoracic Surgery Division/Department of Surgery
Charleston, SC
Narrative
The MUSC CT program will provide educational experiences to residents who are competent to enter practice; advance knowledge regarding thoracic and cardiovascular disease through clinical and basic research; and provide care to patients with all forms of thoracic and cardiovascular disease while serving as the tertiary referral center for the state.
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Location
Medical University of South Carolina
Strom Thurmond Research Building
114 Doughty Street
Charleston, SC 29425
Contact Information
Diana G. Heyward
Program Coordinator
Phone: 843-792-6296
E-mail: gillardd@musc.edu
Website: http://academicdepartments.musc.edu/surgery/divisions/cardiothoracic/residency/index.htm
University of Southern California/Los Angeles General Medical Center
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Los Angeles, CA
Narrative
The 6-year Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program at The University of Southern California provides a well-balanced curricula designed to train future innovators and leaders in Cardiothoracic surgery. The nationally recognized Departments of Surgery and the CardioVascular Thoracic Institute, both under the direction of pioneer, Dr. Vaughn A. Starnes, have combined resources to ensure residents receive important early essential skills training and ultimately progress to become highly competent cardiothoracic surgeons. In addition to cardiac and thoracic surgery, the early curriculum includes rotations in acute care surgery, intensive care, cardiovascular anesthesia/perfusion, imaging, cardiology and vascular surgery. Senior residents will become proficient in all aspects of complex cardiac and thoracic diseases including transplantation, assist devices, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, as well as complex endovascular therapies. The educational program includes a highly structured didactic core curriculum, weekly educational conferences and frequent participation in our renowned simulation training program.
Interview Format
In-Person
Interview Dates
Friday, December 13, 2024
Friday, January 10, 2025
Interview Location
Keck School of Medicine
Los Angeles, CA
Contact Information
Celeste Mendoza
Residency Coordinator
Phone: 323-442-9064
E-mail: celestem@med.usc.edu
Website: https://keck.usc.edu/surgery/integrated-cardiothoracic-residency-program
University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
Cardiothoracic Surgery
San Antonio, TX
Narrative
Applications are accepted only through ERAS and all applications are reviewed. Interviews are conducted on Wednesday evening through Thursday afternoon. The interview process includes a meet and greet at the home of our Department Chair and dinner with the current residents on Wednesday evening. Thursday applicants will attend our core curriculum, interview with all faculty, experience a brief anastomosis simulation and tour the facilities. Interviews will be completed in time to catch a late afternoon or evening flight.
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Contact Information
Amanda N Bennett
Academic Program Coordinator
Phone: 210-567-6956
E-mail: bennetta1@uthscsa.edu
Website: https://lsom.uthscsa.edu/ct-surgery/education/
University of Utah
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Salt Lake City, UT
Narrative
The field of Cardiothoracic Surgery has changed dramatically over the last several years; including the introduction of new technologies such as endovascular interventions, percutaneous valves, minimally invasive surgery with and without robot assistance and modalities for advanced heart failure. With an aging population and an anticipated shrinking work force there will be an increased demand for well trained and specialized cardiothoracic surgeons in the near future. The goal of the integrated training program is to produce outstanding cardiothoracic surgeons by combining an intensive experience in cardiac and thoracic surgery with carefully selected experiences in general surgery, as well as related disciplines such as interventional pulmonology, interventional and diagnostic cardiology, and medical oncology to name a few. This change provides the opportunity to address the continued evolution of care in the treatment of increasingly complex cardiothoracic disease by modifying the traditional course of cardiothoracic surgical education. The curriculum preserves the significant contribution of general surgery and vascular surgery training to the development of well-rounded, clinically competent to cardiothoracic surgeon.
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Shawnda Gillespie
Programs Manager
Phone: 801-581-4222
E-mail: shawnda.gillespie@hsc.utah.edu
Website: https://medicine.utah.edu/surgery/cardiothoracic/residency/
University of Virginia Medical Center
Thoracic Surgery
Charlottesville, VA
Narrative
The Integrated Thoracic Surgery Residency Program at the University of Virginia is participating in the 2021 Match for one position. The matched applicant would start the training program in June of 2021. Applicants for these positions should be in their fourth year in medical school.
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Contact Information
Stephanie Kidd
Program Coordinator
Phone: 434-982-0332
E-mail: stephanie.kidd@virginia.edu
Website: https://surgery.virginia.edu
University of Washington
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Seattle, WA
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Kay Burke
Program Administrator
Phone: 206-685-8644
E-mail: ctrespa@uw.edu
Website: https://www.uwsurgery.org/divisions/cardiothoracic-surgery/education/
West Virginia University
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Morgantown, WV
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Heather Mitchell
Program Manager
Phone: 304-598-6287
E-mail: heather.mitchell.m@wvumedicine.org
Yale University School of Medicine
Cardiothoracic Surgery
New Haven, CT
Narrative
The 6-year Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program at Yale University School of Medicine at Yale New Haven Hospital provides a well-balanced curriculum designed to train future academic and clinical leaders in Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery. All applications are accepted through ERAS and every application is reviewed. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we have adjusted our interview schedules accordingly. Applicants invited to interview will be provided 3 dates from which to choose. The interview schedule will accommodate applicants from across time zones. The interview day will be entirely virtual using Zoom, starting with an introduction from the program leadership, opportunities for one-on-one time with faculty, and confidential breakout sessions with current residents, including a live virtual tour. We anticipate the day to end no later than 3pm.
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Contact Information
Lisa Giudice
Program Coordinator
Phone: 203-785-7627
E-mail: lisa.giudice@yale.edu
Websites:
https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/cardio/education/six_year/
https://medicine.yale.edu/surgery/thoracic/
https://twitter.com/yalectsurgery
Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra-Thoracic Surgery Residency Program at Northwell Health
Thoracic Surgery
New Hyde Park, NY
Narrative
The residency in integrated thoracic surgery at North Shore University Hospital & Long Island Jewish Medical center (NS/LIJ) and Southside is a six-year comprehensive experience in general surgery, medical subspecialities, clinical cardiothoracic surgery (including pediatric cardiothoracic surgery, general thoracic surgery, and adult cardiac surgery). Clinical decision- making in preoperative and postoperative care is increased during the six-year training period.
Interview Format
TBD
Interview Dates
TBD
Interview Location
TBD
Contact Information
Christine Mejilla
Training Program Administrator
Phone: 516-562-4863
E-mail: cmejilla@northwell.edu
Website: https://professionals.northwell.edu/graduate-medical-education/residency-integrated-thoracic-surgery-nsuh-lij