One of the many strengths of our program is the caliber of training offered in both general thoracic surgery and cardiac surgery. From the inception of sub-specialization within the Mass General Department of Surgery into divisions, cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery have stood as units with distinct faculty and development opportunities, and are both among the top units in their respective subspecialty. While residents enter the training program defined by their track, all receive adequate exposure to the sister specialty and benefit from the caliber of that unit.
Each division is supported by separate nursing units and occupies separate operating room space. At any given time, residents are assigned to one or the other service rather than both, affording them the ability to focus their attention in that area of specialty during the rotation.
The cardiac surgery practice at Mass General is broad, providing residents with exposure to all aspects of the field including:. The didactic curriculum is standardized for all residents and includes broad education in both cardiac and thoracic topics, as is required by the American Board of Thoracic Surgery. For residents on the cardiac track, a total of six months is dedictated to thoracic surgery with the remaining time focused on contemporary intensive care and temporary mechanical circulatory support.
The latter is organized into three-month rotations—three months will be focused on catheter-based approaches to treat structural heart disease, and three months will be spent at Boston Children's Hospital and focused on congenital heart disease. The cardiac surgical training experience is set in a preceptorship format and involves collaboration with each of the cardiac surgery attendings.
Residents on the thoracic track will spend nine months dedicated to cardiac surgery with a focus on general thoracic, including three months in multispecialty and interdisciplinary care, and three to six months engaging in away rotations at institutions such as Mayo Clinic, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Hospital, Toronto General Hospital and more.
All aspects of thoracic surgery are covered with a particular focus on robotic techniques. Residents actively participate in multidisciplinary care of thoracic surgery, including exposure to cutting-edge clinical trials in thoracic oncology.
The following chart shows the Thoracic Surgery Case Mix for residents in the program. The following chart shows the Cardiac Surgery Case Mix for residents in the program.
Didactic conferences are held weekly, with 45 minutes dedicated to topics in general thoracic surgery and 45 minutes dedicated to topics in general cardiac surgery. Thoracic residents receive a rich clinical experience at Mass General. With an extraordinarily busy clinical service, the thoracic team provides a high volume of pulmonary, esophageal both benign and malignant , mediastinal and tracheal procedures.
The clinical and operative experience offers a referral base for complex procedures. Residents are exposed to an array of clinical experience, and case-based learning is emphasized. We believe this is truly the best way for residents to learn. Didactic conferences are held weekly for residents to gain more exposure to thoracic surgery.
The Mass General Division of Thoracic Surgery includes attending physicians, advanced practice providers, data mangers and research nurses. The goal of the program is to train thoracic residents in the full breadth of thoracic surgery including endoscopy, open and minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery and airway surgery.
In addition, there is an opportunity for thoracic track residents to experience elective opportunities at other institutions. The Mass General Division of Cardiac Surgery clinical service is supported by advanced practice providers physician assistants and nurse practitioners in the preoperative clinic and postoperative step-down unit. The Heart Center intensive care unit at Mass General is an open, multidisciplinary format that includes both surgical and medical patients.
Residents are expected to play an active role in the care of cardiac surgical patients postoperatively. There are also data managers and research personnel to facilitate clinical research projects. The goal of the cardiac track is to offer comprehensive training in cardiac surgery. Trainees on the cardiac track spend sufficient time dedicated to the general thoracic service, which is a major strength of the program.
By getting experience in both clinical areas, trainees can exceed their case requirements in all areas , but more importantly become comfortable in and around the entire chest, anatomically and surgically. The Mass General and cardiac surgical service culture is one of collaboration and cooperation with associated services, such as cardiology and vascular surgery, which fosters trainees' growth more broadly in all areas. Faculty in cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery are active participants in research and publications, helping to advance science and health care.
All surgeons in the cardiac surgery at Mass General participate in clinical research. In addition, there are two cardiac surgeons with active basic science laboratories:. Similarly, all surgeons within the thoracic surgery division at Mass General participate in active clinical research, typically within their field of interest. Research papers are presented at national meetings by residents and fellows. The cardiothoracic surgery group is leading health care with innovative research.
Below are some recent publications from our residents:. We do not directly accept or process applications for this residency. Our deadline for the July 1, residency start date is January 31, Please note we are accepting cardiac track applicants. Spring interview season will take place in March To apply to the program, visit the ERAS website. All applications for our cardiothoracic surgery residency program must be submitted through ERAS.
We will not accept any additional supporting documents by mail. To register, visit the NRMP website. Instead of first completing general surgery training and then beginning a separate residency in cardiothoracic surgery, doctors enter a cardiothoracic residency directly out of medical school.
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. Please refer to the ERAS website to complete your application for our residency program. The traditional two-year thoracic surgery program, led by Dr.
Andrew Chang , is offered for those who have completed either a general or vascular surgery residency. It provides two years of cardiac and thoracic surgery training following general surgery. Jennifer Romano , is one of 13 programs in the country approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. The fellowship is one year in duration and follows completion of either an integrated thoracic surgery residency or cardiothoracic surgery fellowship.
The residency encompasses surgical training for congenital cardiac surgery along with the full spectrum of perioperative care.
Himanshu Patel that follows completion of either an integrated thoracic surgery residency or independent cardiothoracic surgery fellowship. Our fellowship delivers specialized training in advanced aortic, aortic valve, TAVR, and endovascular surgery. When you decide to become a resident at the University of Michigan Department of Cardiac Surgery, you join a culture of education. Because of the expertise found in every discipline, Michigan is considered one of the very best places to train.
The University of Michigan offers highly competitive salaries and tremendous benefits to our residents and fellows. An overview of salary, benefits and employment eligibility is available on the GME Office website.
Our residents leave the Department of Cardiac Surgery well prepared to make a difference in the world of cardiac medicine. Michigan Cardiac Surgery alumni form a network of some of the most prestigious, highly regarded cardiac surgeons anywhere, from Michigan Medicine to institutions across the world. Vikram Sood and Dr. Joe Phillips discuss their experiences as residents and why they decided to train at Michigan Medicine.
Traditional Thoracic Surgery Fellowship The traditional two-year thoracic surgery program, led by Dr. Excellence in Cardiothoracic Training When you decide to become a resident at the University of Michigan Department of Cardiac Surgery, you join a culture of education.
Clinical Care: Trainees are exposed to a wealth of clinical pathology and are able to learn from premiere faculty recruited nationally and internationally who have deep expertise in all branches of cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery. Residents are active participants in operations and become proficient in every aspect of the surgical process, from diagnosis to techniques required for surgery, as well as follow up clinical care.
Surgical Facilities: Trainees practice at premiere facilities , rotating between the Veterans Hospital, C. The Frankel Cardiovascular Center is a , square-foot facility that showcases our innovative approach to cardiovascular clinical care and research, including a 1,square-foot hybrid operating suite for multidisciplinary procedures and a cardiovascular research center. Research: Residents and fellows experience the full scope of working in an institution that performs cutting edge research in cardiac surgery and thoracic surgery.
Trainees are directly involved in key studies, as well as clinical trials. Cardiac surgery residents routinely publish in prestigious academic journals and have presented at national and international meetings. Support: We have a pool of support dedicated to providing residents with the research skills they need to succeed at Michigan and beyond. A full-time biostatician is on staff and residents have access to a rich database.
Residents and fellows have the opportunity to practice their presentations to a faculty audience before heading to a national stage. A monthly Research in Progress seminar series allows both residents and faculty to present their ideas to their peers for feedback as well.
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