Cleveland Clinic Northwestern University
Drexel University Penn State Hershey Medical Center
University of California-San Diego University of Rochester
University of Illinois at Chicago St. Louis University
University of Minnesota (a) SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn
University of Minnesota (b) Tufts Medical Center
University of Mississippi (a) University of Tennessee
University of Mississippi (b) University of Texas MD Anderson/Methodist Hospital
Mount Sinai Medical Center University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Cardiac Thoracic & Endovascular Therapies, SC
University of New Mexico
University of Oklahoma
Albany Medical College
Division/Department: Department of Surgery/Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Albany, New York
Clinical Specialty: Adult Cardiac Surgery; General Thoracic Surgery; Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
Requirements: Completion of a five year General Surgery Residency in an ACGME approved site in the U.S. by July 1, 2010. Board Certified/Board Eligible General Surgery. J1 Visa only.
Required Documents:
1. Current CV
2. Personal statement
3. Medical school transcript with official seal and copy of diploma
4. Medical School Performance Evaluations (MSPE)
5. Dean's letter
6. Three letters of recommendation including one from current program director
7. ABSITE scores
8. USMLE scores
9. Citizenship/Visa type (ECFMG Certificate, if available)
10. Contact information
Opening: Position to begin July 1, 2010
Description: This is an ACGME approved two year program with one resident per year. The position offers training in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery, pediatric cardiac surgery and general thoracic surgery. The cardiac program is full service including minimally invasive bypass surgery and all aspects of valve surgery. The thoracic program is equally comprehensive including video-assisted procedures as well as complex esophageal and tracheal surgeries.
Phyllis Sperry
Residency Coordinator
Send Applications To:
Phyllis Sperry
Residency Coordinator
Albany Medical College
Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
47 New Scotland Avenue, MC61
Albany, NY 12208
Phone: 518-262-4880
Fax: 518-262-5999
E-mail: sperry@mail.amc.edu
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Cleveland Clinic
Division/Department: Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Clinical Specialty: Transplantation/Mechanical Assist Fellowship
Requirements: Board Certified/Board Eligible General Surgery; One year cardiothoracic surgery; international applicants: ECFMG Certificate
Immediate Opening: July 1, 2009
Description: The Cleveland Clinic Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery is seeking qualified applicants for a non-accredited one-year fellowship position in Transplantation/Mechanical Assist beginning July 1, 2009. The fellowship position focuses on surgeries for heart failure, including LV reconstruction, mitral valve repair, high risk operations with LVAD back-up, and new circulatory support devices. The program may be expanded to include basic research including LVADs, total artificial heart, continuous flow pumps, immunobiology, molecular aspects in heart failure patients, and many areas of clinical research. Foreign candidates must be ECFMG certified and must have either a green card, J1 Visa or H1-B to be eligible for employment at The Cleveland Clinic. The applicant needs to have previous experience in Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or General Surgery.
Contact:
Laurie Staltari
Administrative Program Coordinator
Phone: 216-445-6816
E-mail: staltal@ccf.org
Send applications to:
Gonzalo Gonzales-Stawinski, MD
Transplantation & Mechanical Program
Cleveland Clinic Heart & Vascular Institute
Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
9500 Euclid Avenue, J4-460
Cleveland, OH 44195
Phone: 216-444-6708
Fax: 216-636-1286
E-mail: gonzalg@ccf.org
Web: www.ccf.org (Institutes & Services; Heart & Vascular Institute; Departments; Cardiovascular Surgery)
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Drexel University College of Medicine
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency (PGY-6)
Requirements: Board Eligibility in General Surgery
Required Documents:
- Application form
- CV
- Personal Statement
- ABSITE scores
- USMLE scores
- ECFMG (IMG only)
- Visa status (IMG only)
- Three letters of recommendation (including Program Director)
Immediate Opening: PGY-6 cardiothoracic residency position beginning July 2008.
Description: This program is a three-year ACGME Thoracic Surgery Residency Program located in Center City Philadelphia. One resident per year has a comprehensive and intense exposure to all facets of complex Adult Cardiac Surgery, General Thoracic Surgery, Transplantation, and a dedicated six-month rotation in Pediatric Surgery. Resident graduates fully Board eligible meeting all case requirements.
Contact: Anya Goidich, Residency Coordinator
Send applications to:
Anya Goidich, Residency Coordinator
Drexel University College of Medicine
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, MS 111
245 N. 15th Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Phone: 215-762-4955
Fax: 215-762-1858
E-mail: agoidich@drexelmed.edu
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University of California-San Diego
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: San Diego, California
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Requirements:
1. Completion of and ACGME-approved residency in general surgery
2. Board eligibility or board certification in general surgery
Required documents:
1. Application letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Three letters of recommendation
4. Letter of recommendation from Chairman of General Surgery program
Immediate Opening: To be filled as soon as possible.
Description: We have had an unexpected opening for a first-year Thoracic Surgery Resident (Cardiothoracic Surgery track). This position is ACGME-accredited position for two years of training, leading to board eligibility in thoracic surgery by the ABTS.
Contact: Patricia A. Thistlethwaite, M.D., PhD
Assistant: Stacy Brumley
Send applications to:
Patricia A. Thistlethwaite M.D.-Ph.D., Program Director
University of California, San Diego
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
200 West Arbor Drive
San Diego, CA 92103-8892
Phone: 619-543-7777
Fax: 619-543-2652
E-mail: pthistlethwaite@ucsd.edu
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University of Illinois at Chicago
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency (PGY-6)
Requirements: Board Eligibility in General Surgery
Required Documents:
- Letter or e-mail of interest
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letters of recommendation
Immediate Opening: One PGY-6 to Start July 2008 and one PGY-6 to start July 1, 2009.
Description: Two board-track cardiothoracic surgery residency positions at the PGY 6 level have become available for the academic year starting July 1, 2008 and the year starting July 1, 2009. The training program is a two-year training program in a rapidly growing academic practice in Chicago based at The University of Illinois at Chicago, home for the world’s largest robotic center and the nation’s largest medical school in student enrollment. The applicants are required to have an MD or DO degree and must have completed surgical training in a U.S. surgical residency program and qualify for the American Board of Surgery certification. Preference will be given to applicants with an Illinois medical license.
Contact: Mrs. Ellie Stewart Williams
Send applications to:
Mrs. Ellie Stewart Williams
Program Coordinator
University of Illinois at Chicago
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
840 S. Wood Street, CSB Suite 417 (MC 958)
Chicago, Illinois 60612
Phone: 312-996-4942
Fax: 312-996-2013
E-mail: mmassad@uic.edu
Web: www.hopsital.uic.edu
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Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship (PGY 6)
Requirements: Board eligible in General Surgery
Required Documents:
1. USMLE results
2. ECFMG certificate if applicable
3. Personal statement
4. Application form
5. Curriculum vitae
6. Visa status (IMG only)
7. Three letters of recommendation
Immediate Opening: July 2008
Description: This program is a three-year ACGME Thoracic Surgery residency program located in Minneapolis, MN. Rotations offered include complex adult cardiac surgery, general thoracic surgery, heart and lung transplantation, ventricular assist devices, pediatric general surgery and endovascular surgery. Residents graduate fully Board eligible.
Contact: Sandy Takin McKay
Send applications to:
Sandy Takin McKay
Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship Program Coordinator
University of Minnesota
420 Delaware Street SE, MMC 207
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Phone: 612-625-8698
Fax: 612-625-1683
E-mail: takin001@umn.edu
Web: http://www.surg.umn.edu/surgery/Divisions/Cardiothoracic/home.html
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University of Minnesota (b)
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship (PGY 7)
Requirements: Board eligible in General Surgery
Required Documents:
1. USMLE results
2. ECFMG certificate if applicable
3. Personal statement
4. Application form
5. Curriculum vitae
6. Visa status (IMG only)
7. Three letters of recommendation
Immediate Opening: July 2008
Description: This program is a three-year ACGME Thoracic Surgery residency program located in Minneapolis, MN. Rotations offered include complex adult cardiac surgery, general thoracic surgery, heart and lung transplantation, ventricular assist devices, pediatric general surgery and endovascular surgery. Residents graduate fully Board eligible.
Contact: Sandy Takin McKay
Send applications to:
Sandy Takin McKay
Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship Program Coordinator
University of Minnesota
420 Delaware Street SE, MMC 207
Minneapolis, MN 55455
Phone: 612-625-8698
Fax: 612-625-1683
E-mail: takin001@umn.edu
Web: http://www.surg.umn.edu/surgery/Divisions/Cardiothoracic/home.html
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University of Mississippi Medical Center (a)
Division/Department: Department of Surgery/Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Jackson, Mississippi
Clinical Specialty: Adult Cardiac, Pediatric Cardiac, General Cardiac
Requirements: Board Certified / Eligible General Surgery
Required Documents: Please send a completed application including the following documentation:
- Common Application Form (CAF)
- CV report
- Personal Statement
- Medical school transcript
- ABS – ABSITE scores
- Dean’s letters
- Three letters of recommendation (in addition to current Program Director, if applicable)
- Wallet-sized photo
- USMLE transcripts
- ECFMG status report (FMG only)
- Visa status
Immediate Opening: PGY-6 residency position beginning July 1, 2009
Description: We have an unexpected position open for a two-year ACGME accredited Thoracic resident beginning July 1, 2009. Rotations will be at the University of Mississippi Medical Center and the VA Medical Center. Upon graduating, residents will be fully board eligible meeting all requirements. The University of Mississippi has dedicated faculty along with research options and opportunities. ACGME General Surgery Residency completion is required.
Send applications to:
Giorgio M. Aru, MD
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
2500 North State Street
Jackson, MS 39216-4505
Phone: 601-984-5170
Fax: 601-984-5198
E-mail: garu@surgery.umsmed.edu
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University of Mississippi Medical Center (b)
Division/Department: Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Job Title: Cardiothoracic Surgery non-accredited PGY6 fellowship position
Location: Jackson, Mississippi
Clinical Specialty: Adult Cardiac, Pediatric Cardiac, and General Thoracic
Requirement: Board Certified / Board Eligible Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or General Surgery
Required Documents:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. USMLE scores
3. Recommendation letters
4. ECFMG certification (IMG only)
5. Visa status (IMG only)
Immediate Opening: PGY 6 non-accredited fellowship position beginning July 1, 2008
Description: The University of Mississippi Medical Center, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery is seeking qualified applicants for a non-accredited one-year fellowship position in Cardiothoracic Surgery beginning July 1, 2008. The fellowship position will include active participation in surgery as first assistant or operator with research opportunities. This excellent cardiothoracic surgery program has a very competitive benefit package. Foreign candidates must be ECFMG certified and must have either a green card or J1 Visa to be eligible for employment at The University of Mississippi Medical Center. The applicant needs to have previous experience in the USA in Cardiothoracic Surgery and/or General Surgery.
Send applications to:
Giorgio M. Aru, MD
Residency Program Director
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
2500 North State Street
Jackson, MS 39216-4505
Fax: 601-984-5198
E-Mail: garu@surgery.umsmed.edu
The University of Mississippi Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer, M/F/D/V.
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Mount Sinai Medical Center
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: New York City, NY
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Requirements:
1. Completion of an ACGME-approved residency in general surgery
2. Board eligibility or board certification in general surgery
3. Satisfactory completion of one year of an ACGME-approved fellowship in cardiothoracic surgery
4. Applicants must be able to obtain a New York State Medical License
Required Documents:
1. Application letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Three letters of recommendation
4. Letter of recommendation from Chairman of General Surgery program
Immediate Opening: July 1, 2009
Description: The Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the Mount Sinai Medical Center has 1 opening for a second-year Thoracic Surgery Resident (Cardiothoracic Surgery track) in an ACGME approved 3 year program. This position is ACGME-accredited for training beginning July 1, 2009 leading to Board eligibility in thoracic surgery by the ABTS.
The program provides outstanding operative training in a wide range of complex cardiothoracic procedures such as advanced mitral valve repair, aortic root and valve sparing surgery, transplantation and ventricular assist device surgery, and minimally invasive thoracic and esophageal surgery. There is a strong faculty-led program of teaching and research opportunities for fellows.
Send applications to:
David H. Adams, M.D.
Professor and Chairman
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Mount Sinai Medical Center, Box 1028
1190 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10029
david.adams@mountsinai.org
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UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery/Surgery
Location: New Brunswick, New Jersey
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Requirements: Board certified/eligible general surgery
Required Documents:
1. Transcripts of grades from medical school
2. Dean's letter
3. Three letters of recommendation (including letter from Program Director)
4. USMLE scores
Immediate Opening: PGY-7 and PGY-8
Description:
The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at UMDNJ/Robert Wood Johnson Medical School has an unexpected PGY-7 and PGY-8 opening in their accredited ACGME residency program. The candidate must have completed five years of training in an ACGME accredited general surgery residency program. This position offers training in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery, pediatric cardiac surgery, including transplantation and general thoracic surgery.
Contact: Joan Zenuch
Send applications to:
Peter Scholz, MD
Program Director
UMDNJ-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
1 Robert Wood Johnson Place, MEB 508
New Brunswick, NJ 08091
Phone: 732-235-7806
Fax: 732-235-8727
E-mail: zenuchjp@umdnj.edu
Web: http://rwjsurgery.umdnj.edu/
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University of New Mexico
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Albuquerque, New Mexico
Clinical Specialty: Adult Cardiac Surgery, Pediatric Cardiac Surgery, General Thoracic Surgery
Requirements: Completion of an ACGME-approved general surgery residency; Board eligibility or Board certification in general surgery
Required Documents:
1. Application letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Three letters of recommendation
4. International graduates must be ECFMG certified and must have either a green card or have the documents necessary for a J-1 Visa.
Immediate Opening: July 1, 2009
Description: The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of New Mexico seeks a resident to begin a two-year, accredited program on July 1, 2009. Throughout the residency program, the trainee will rotate between the University of New Mexico Hospital or the New Mexico VA Health Care System. All facets of cardiothoracic surgery are represented in the training program, including off-pump surgery coronary revascularization, complex valve operations, aneurysm repairs and a large volume of benign and malignant general thoracic surgery.
Send applications to:
Jorge A. Wernly, MD
University of New Mexico Hospital
Department of Surgery
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
MSC 10 5610, ACC2
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
Phone: 505-272-6901
Fax: 505-272-6909
E-mail: jwernly@salud.unm.edu
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Division/Department: Health Sciences Center, Section of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Clinical Specialty: Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery
Requirements: Board Surgery/eligible General Surgery
Required Documents:
1. CV
2. School transcripts
3. USMLE transcripts
4. ABSITE scores
5. ECFMG Status Report (foreign medical graduates only)
6. Letters of recommendation (2-3)
7. Dean's letter
8. Photograph
9. Visa status
Immediate Opening: PGY-6 position beginning July 2010
Description: The Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center has an opening in their accredited ACGME program. The resident must have completed five years of training in an ACGME accredited general surgery resident program. The center has excellent opportunity for a varied learning environment. Please visit the web site listed below for further information.
Contact: Crystal Taylor, Residency Coordinator
Send applications to:
Crystal Taylor
Residency Coordinator
University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center
Section of Cardiothoracic Surgery
920 S.L. Young Blvd., WP2230
Oklahoma City, OK 73104
Phone: 405-271-5789
Fax: 405-271-3288
E-mail: thoracic-surgery@ouhsc.edu
Web: www.oumedicine.com/body.cfm?id=2099
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Loma Linda University
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Loma Linda, California
Clinical Specialty: Adult Cardiac; Pediatric Cardiac; General Thoracic
Requirements: Completion of five year ACGME accredited General Surgery Residency
Required Documents:
1. CV
2. Personal Statement
3. Medical school transcript
4. ABS-ABSITE scores
5. Dean's letter
6. Three letters of recommendation
7. USMLE transcripts
8. ECFMG status report (FMG only)
9. Visa status
Description: The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Loma Linda University has an opening for a PGY-6 (cardiac track) resident starting July 1, 2010. The residency program is ACGME accredited and is based at a single large medical center setting. The faculty of six cardiac surgeons and one thoracic surgeon offer the residents hands-on experience in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery, congenital and pediatric surgery, and general thoracic surgery. The volume of cases per year has been consistently over 1,100 for the last five years and includes:
Coronary artery bypass grafting (both on and off pump), nearly 400 cases per year
Valve repair and replacement operations over 200 cases per year
Aortic surgery (including endovascular, and over 30 acute dissections per year)
Surgery for heart failure
Mechanical support devices
Arrhythmia surgery
Adult and pediatric cardiac transplantation
Congenital/pediatric cardiac cases over 300 per year
High volume thoracic surgery (including esophageal surgery)
Applicants are required to have 5 years of general surgery training at an ACGME accredited program in the U.S.A. Please contact:
Marcie L. O'Reilly
Program Coordinator
11175 Campus Street, Suite 21121
Loma Linda, CA 92354
Phone: 909-558-8648
Fax: 909-558-0348
E-mail: mloreilly@llu.edu
Web: http://www.llu.edu/llumc/ctsurgery
Anees J. Razzouk, MD
Program Director
11175 Campus Street, Suite 21121
Loma Linda, CA 92354
Phone: 909-558-8648
Fax: 909-558-0348
E-mail: mloreilly@llu.edu
Web: http://www.llu.edu/llumc/ctsurgery
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Northwestern University
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Chicago, Ilinois
Clinical Specialty: Advanced Cardiac Surgery Training: Atrial Fibrillation, Advanced Valve Repair, Congestive Heart Failure
Required Documents:
1. Curriculum vitae
2. USMLE results
3. ECFMG certificate (if applicable)
Description: A one-year program is available for individuals seeking additional training in cardiac surgery who have completed a United States, board-approved training program in cardiac surgery and are eligible for medical licensure in the State of Illinois. This is a 12-month experience on the adult cardiac surgery service at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
Six months will be focused on atrial fibrillation and valve surgery. The institution performs over 100 MAZE surgeries annually and offers both concomitant and stand-alone procedures. The stand-alone spectrum ranges from thoracoscopic-assisted minimally invasive pulmonary vein isolation to traditional cut-and-sew classic MAZEs. The concomitant experience typically uses alternate energy sources and accompanies mitral valve repair. As the program performs more than 100 mitral valve repairs annually, this experience also provides the fellow with proficiency in repairing all forms of complex mitral pathology. In addition, we offer experience in percutaneous and trans-apical aortic valve replacement.
Six months will be focused on surgery for congestive heart failure. This includes ventricular assist devices and heart transplantation and also complex surgery for congestive heart failure. The institution has a vast experience with ventricular reconstruction (modified DOR procedure), low-EF mitral valve repair and electrical reconstruction. In addition, the program is participating in several trials with innovative therapies and devices for patients with end-stage heart disease.
Clinical research opportunities are also available. Salary and rank will commensurate with experience. Northwestern University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Contact: Kevin Bargon, Division Administrator
Send applications to:
Kevin Bargon
Division Administrator
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
201 E. Hurton, Galter 11-140
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312-695-0538
Fax: 312-695-1903
E-mail: kbargon@nmh.org
Web: www.heart.nmh.org
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Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Hershey, Pennsylvania
Clinical Specialty: Adult Cardiac Surgery/Pediatric Cardiac Surgery/General Thoracic Surgery
Requirements: Board Certified/Eligible General Surgery
Required Documents:
1. Resume/General Resident Application
2. Three letters of recommendation
3. Documentation of three steps ECFMG taken and passed
Immediate Opening: July 1, 2009
Description: Opening for first year fellow in ACGME approved Thoracic Surgical Program beginning July 1, 2009. Excellent operative experience and case mix for either general thoracic or cardiac pathways. Unique experience in transplantation/mechanical circulatory support in an integrated academic Heart and Vascular Institute.
Contact: Walter E. Pae, Jr., MD, Program Director
Send applications to:
Walter E. Pae, Jr., MD
Program Director
Penn State Hershey Medical Center
Cardiothoracic Surgery, MC-H165
Penn State Heart and Vascular Institute
500 University Drive
Hershey, PA 17033
Phone: 717-531-8329
Fax: 717-531-3664
E-mail: wpae@hmc.psu.edu
Web: www.pennstatehershey.org/web/heartandvascular/education/fellowship/csf
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University of Rochester
Division/Department: Department of Surgery, Division of Cardiac/Thoracic Surgery
Location: Rochester, New York
Clinical Specialty: Adult and Pediatric Cardiac Surgery and Thoracic/Foregut Surgery
Requirements: Completion of a five year General Surgery Residency in ACGME approved site in the United States by July 1, 2010. J1 Visa only.
Required Documents:
- Current CV
- Personal statement
- Three letters of recommendation including one from current program director
- ABSITE scores
- USMLE scores
- Contact information
Immediate Opening: July 1, 2010
Description: This position offers training in all aspects of adult cardiac surgery including transplantation, pediatric cardiac surgery, and general thoracic/foregut surgery. Adult Cardiac Surgery rotations include complex adult cardiac surgery, complex aortic root surgery, minimally invasive surgery, unique experience in transplantation/mechanical circulatory support. Thoracic/Foregut surgery is a dedicated service with separate faculty. Resident graduates fully Board eligible meeting all case requirements.
Contact: Suzanne Hutchings, Residency Coordinator
Send applications to:
Suzanne Hutchings, Residency Coordinator
University of Rochester Cardiac Surgery
601 Elmwood Avenue
Rochester, NY 14642
Phone: 585-275-1508
E-mail: suzanne_hutchings@urmc.rochester.edu
St. Louis University School of Medicine
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: St. Louis, Missouri
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship (PGY-6 and 7)
Requirements: Completion of five-year ACGME General Surgery residency program; Board eligibility in General Surgery
Required Documents:
1. Application form
2. CV
3. Personal statement
4. ABSITE scores
5. USMLE scores
6. ECFMG (IMG only)
7. Visa status (IMG only)
8. Three letters of recommendation
Immediate Opening: PGY-6 cardiothoracic fellowship position beginning July 2009
Description: The Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at St. Louis University is seeking qualified applicants for their ACGME-accredited two-year fellowship program. Intense exposure to Adult Cardiac and General Thoracic surgery as well as a dedicated rotation in Pediatric Cardiac surgery.
Contact: Allison Lehman, Residency Coordinator
Send applications to:
Allison Lehman, Residency Coordinator
St. Louis University School of Medicine
Dept. of Surgery, Division of Surgical Education
3635 Vista Ave. @ Grand Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63110-0250
Phone: 314-577-8317
Fax: 314-268-5466
E-mail: alehman4@slu.edu
Web: http://surgery.slu.edu
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SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn
Division/Department: Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery (SUNY Downstate, Kings County Hospital, Maimonides Medical Center, Schneider Children’s Hospital)
Location: Brooklyn, New York
Clinical Specialty: Adult Cardiac, General Thoracic and Pediatric Cardiac Surgery
Requirements: expected completion of ACGME-approved General Surgery Residency
Required Documents:
- Common Application Form
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal statement
- USMLE scores
- ABS ABSITE scores
- Letters of recommendation
- ECFMG certification (IMG only)
- Visa status (IMG only)
Immediate Opening: PGY 6 cardiothoracic residency position beginning July 2008
Description: This program is a two-year ACGME Thoracic Surgery Residency Program located in New York City and in the heart of one of the country's most culturally diverse populations – Brooklyn. One resident per year has a comprehensive and intense exposure to all facets of complex Adult Cardiac Surgery (with the exception of transplantation), General Thoracic Surgery (dedicated service with separate faculty) and a dedicated rotation in Pediatric Cardiac Surgery. Resident graduates fully Board eligible meeting all case requirements.
Contact:
Mr. Barry Hirschorn
Program Administrator
718- 283-5433
bhirschorn@maimonidesmed.org
Send applications to:
Stephen J. Lahey, M.D.
Program Director
Chief, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Maimonides Medical Center
4th Floor Administration Building
4802 Tenth Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11219
Phone: 718- 283-7706
Fax: 718- 635-7366
E-mail: slahey@maimonidesmed.org
Web: www.maimonidesmed.org
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Tufts Medical Center
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Boston, Massachusetts
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Required Documents:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Personal statement
3. Three letters of recommendation
4. Dean's letter and medical school transcripts
5. USMLE and ABSITE scores
Immediate Opening: July 1, 2009
Description: Please visit www.tuftsmedicalcenter.org/ourservices/surgicalservices/cardiothoracicsurgery/training
Contact: Annette Cerulli
Send applications to:
Annette Cerulli
Tufts Medical Center
Department of Surgery - Box 47
800 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111
Phone: 617-636-5891
Fax: 617-636-5498
E-mail: acerulli@tuftsmedicalcenter.org
Web: www.tuftsmedicalcenter.org/ourservices/surgicalservices/cardiothoracicisurgery/training
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University of Tennessee Health Science Center
Division/Department: Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency
Requirements: Completed five years of general surgery residency
Required Documents:
1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Three letters of recommendation
3. ABSITE scores
Immediate Opening: Beginning July 1, 2008
Description: Thoracic Surgery encompasses the operative, perioperative, and surgical critical care of patients with acquired and congenital pathologic conditions within the chest. Included are the surgical repair of heart lesions, congenital and acquired conditions of the coronary arteries, valves, and myocardium. Pathologic conditions of the lung, trachea, bronchi, esophagus, chest wall, great vessels, mediastinum, diaphragm and pericardium are also included.
Contact: Darryl S. Weiman, M.D., J.D.
Send applications to:
Program Director
UT Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
910 Madison Avenue, Suite 203
Memphis, TN 38163
Phone: 901-448-5914
Fax: 901-448-7306
E-mail: dweiman@utmem.edu
Web: www.utmem.edu/surgery
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University of Texas MD Anderson/The Methodist Hospital
Division/Department: Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery
Location: Houston, Texas
Requirements: The University of Texas MD Anderson/The Methodist Hospital Thoracic Surgery Fellowship Program was approved for a new cardiac track position and are accepting applicants to be appointed July 1, 2010.
Candidates must apply through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP #1004460F0, AMA #460-48-13-121). Applicants must submit their application and required documents through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
International graduates must contact the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) regarding the process for students and graduates of foreign medical schools. M D Anderson requires international medical graduates to meet requirements for an Institutional Permit as outlined by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, as well as the documents necessary for a J-1 Visa.
Required Documents:
1. Personal statement
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Three letters of recommendation from faculty members
4. USMLE board scores
5. American Board of Surgery In-training (ABSITE) exams (all years)
6. Medical school diploma in its original language, as well as in English (copied and notarized, stating that it is a true copy of the original)
7. Medical school transcript in its original language, as well as in English (copied and notarized, stating that it is a true copy of the original)
8. ECFMG certificate (copied and notarized) (approximately 4-6 weeks processing)
Immediate Opening: The program can appoint someone for July 1, 2009 if the applicant meets all the requirements. The program is interviewing March 21 and May 16, 2009 for the 2010 position.
Description: Two tracks – please refer to website: www.mdanderson.org/departments/thoracicsurg/
Contact: Judy Corke, Program Coordinator
Send applicantions to:
For applicants applying for July 1, 2010, you must apply through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP #1004460F0-General Thoracic, NRMP #1004460F1-Cardiovascular, AMA #460-48-13-121). Applicants must submit their application and required documents through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
International graduates must contact the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) regarding the process for students and graduates of foreign medical schools. M. D. Anderson requires international medical graduates to meet requirements for an Institutional Permit as outlined by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, as well as the documents necessary for a J-1 Visa.
Applicants applying for July 1, 2009:
Ara A. Vaporciyan, M.D.
MD Anderson Cancer Center
Thoracic & Cardiovascular Surgery
1515 Holcombe Blvd., Unit 445
Houston, TX 77030
Phone: 713-563-1975
Fax: 713-794-4901
E-mail: jlcorke@mdanderson.org
Website: www.mdanderson.org/departments/thoracicsurg/
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University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
Division/Department: Cardiothoracic Surgery
Location: Dallas, Texas
Clinical Specialty: Cardiothoracic Surgery (including heart and lung transplantation)
Requirements:
1. Completion of an ACGME-approved residency in general surgery
2. Board eligibility or Board certification in general surgery
Required Documents:
1. Current CV
2. Three letters of recommendation, one from general surgery chair or program director
3. Personal statement
4. ECFMG certificate (if applicable)
5. USMLE transcripts
6. ABSITE scores
Immediate Opening: Accredited position available July 1, 2009
Description: The program at UT Southwestern in Dallas is a three-year ACGME Thoracic Surgery residency program. Rotations offered include complex adult cardiac surgery, general thoracic surgery, heart and lung transplantation, ventricular assist devices, complex aortic root surgery, minimally invasive surgery, and endovascular surgery. Residents graduate fully Board eligible.
Contact:
Lea Rhea Capote
214-645-7702
Send applications to:
Michael Jessen, MD
Program Director
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
5323 Harry Hines Blvd.
Dallas, TX 75390-8879
Phone: 214-645-7700
Fax: 214-645-7701
E-mail: learhea.capote@utsouthwestern.edu
Web: www.utsouthwestern.edu/cardiothoracic
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Practice: Cardiac Thoracic & Endovascular Therapies, SC
Division/Department: Surgery
Location: Peoria, Illinois
Clinical Specialty: Cardiovascular/Endovascular
Requirements: Interest in endovascular treatment of PVD and exposure to general vascular surgery during general surgery training or thoracic training.
Required Documents:
1. Curriculum vitae
2. Three references
3. Personal interview
4. Illinois State Medical License
5. Recommendation from Program Director
Immediate Opening: Yes
Description: A stipend is paid for 12 months. Responsible for adult cardiac, thoracic and vascular. Surgery opportunity to do hands-on training in high-volume, non-coronary aortic and endovascular practice. Unlimited access to non-coronary simulator. Opportunity for full-time position after 12 months exists.
Contacts:
James B. Williams, MD
jwilliams@cvendo.com
309-264-9712 (cell)
Debra Hawley
Office Administrator
dhawley2@cvendo.com
309-472-1779 (cell)
309-680-8666 (office)
Send applications to:
Debra Hawley
Office Administrator
Cardiac Thoracic & Endovascular Therapies, SC
2420 Nebraska Avenue
Peoria, IL 61604
Phone: 309-472-1779 (cell)
309-680-8666 (office)
Fax: 309-680-1002
E-mail: dhawley2@cvendo.com
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