New York Presbyterian Hospital (Cornell Campus) Program

Welcome to the Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine, a prestigious program established in 1989, which has been accredited since 2007. This fellowship is designed to train the next generation of exceptional cardiothoracic anesthesiologists, ensuring they excel in perioperative medicine and echocardiography.

The program offers a rich curriculum that provides numerous clinical and educational experiences, including training in a variety of cardiothoracic procedures ranging from routine surgical techniques to advanced interventions, such as heart transplants and robotic-assisted surgeries.

Fellowship Structure and Clinical Rotations

The fellowship spans 12 months, during which fellows participate in a well-structured training plan consisting of 9 months of mandatory clinical activity. This includes a minimum of 6 months dedicated to cardiac anesthesiology, 1 month in critical care medicine, along with additional rotations in thoracic anesthesiology and electrophysiology.

Up to 2 months of elective time allows fellows to tailor their learning experiences based on individual interests, with options including perioperative echocardiography, pediatric cardiac anesthesiology, critical care medicine, and structural heart interventions.

Curriculum and Educational Objectives

The curriculum aims to develop expertise in key areas of cardiothoracic anesthesiology, including patient care systems, perioperative echocardiography, invasive monitoring, and advanced airway management techniques. Additionally, fellows participate in an intensive echocardiography program, complemented by simulation training and didactic education sessions that take place throughout the fellowship duration.

Formal didactic sessions are conducted weekly, including Grand Rounds and monthly journal clubs, to foster scholarly activity and ensure that fellows are up-to-date on current literature and practices in the field.

Research Opportunities

All fellows are expected to engage in research activities. Opportunities include participation in ongoing clinical trials and the development of independent research projects, with a strong emphasis on publishing findings and presenting at national conferences.

Faculty and Mentorship

The fellowship is supported by a diverse faculty, who bring extensive clinical, research, and educational experience. Mentorship is central to the program, with fellows matched with faculty based on their personal interests and career goals. Regular feedback and evaluations are part of the structured mentorship approach.

Financial and Support Services

Financial support includes a competitive salary, educational stipend, and assistance for conference attendance. Furthermore, fellows enjoy access to subsidized housing options in New York City, with many choosing to live in the Upper East Side neighborhood for convenience.

Visa Support

The program currently accepts applicants with J-1 or O-1 visa statuses. Unfortunately, it does not sponsor H-1B visas, ensuring that prospective fellows are aware of the visa requirements before applying.

Application Details and Competitiveness

Applicants must have completed an ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency. The program maintains a high level of competitiveness and encourages applications from a diverse range of candidates, including those who may be International Medical Graduates (IMGs).

It is critical for applicants to submit their applications through the San Francisco Match (SF Match), with detailed requirements outlined on the application page. Additionally, special consideration may be given to those applicants interested in pursuing dual fellowships in Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology and Anesthesiology Critical Care Medicine.