Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program

The Integrated Thoracic Surgery Residency Program at Icahn School of Medicine focuses on training specialized cardiovascular and thoracic surgeons in a six-year integrated curriculum. Directed by prominent faculty members such as Dr. David H. Adams and Dr. Raja M. Flores, the program aims to provide comprehensive training in the latest advances in cardiovascular and thoracic surgical care.

Application to the I6 program is through the National Residency Match Program (NRMP) via Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS) from September with a deadline of November 28th. The program seeks applications from students of all accredited medical schools in the US and abroad. Required application documents include a curriculum vitae, personal statement, dean's letter, medical school transcript, three letters of reference, and USMLE scores for Step 1 and Step 2. The program typically receives around 150 applications annually, interviews about 20 candidates, and offers two PGY-1 matched positions per year.

Residents gain exposure to a wide range of complex cardiac and thoracic cases at The Mount Sinai Hospital. The curriculum emphasizes a hands-on experience within each clinical specialty, including mitral, aortic, heart failure, adult cardiac, congenital, endovascular, and thoracic/lung transplant services. Numerous educational opportunities like weekly teaching sessions, grand rounds, and multidisciplinary team conferences enrich the learning experience.

Faculty members like Dr. David H. Adams and Dr. Raja M. Flores provide leadership and expertise, ensuring residents acquire the necessary skills for a successful career in cardiothoracic surgery. Research opportunities are available, with residents given the option to dedicate time to full-time research. Additionally, the program prides itself on producing impactful research contributions by past and current residents in various cardiovascular and thoracic surgery topics.

For further details, applicants can contact the Education Manager listed on their website for inquiries or connect with current residents for additional information. The residency program aims to cultivate well-rounded cardiothoracic surgeons who can excel both clinically and academically in their practice.