University of Maryland Program
Thoracic surgery - Baltimore, MD | ACGME Code: 4602311038
The University of Maryland Medical Center offers a comprehensive 6-8 year Integrated Cardiothoracic Surgical Residency program aimed at preparing future cardiothoracic surgeons. This unique curriculum includes in-depth exposure to various aspects of cardiovascular and thoracic diseases through multidisciplinary training. During the program, residents undergo rotations in echocardiography, interventional pulmonology, interventional cardiology, and more.
Residents are encouraged to dedicate two years to basic or translational research or pursue a graduate degree in a related field. The final three years focus on cardiothoracic surgery, providing exposure to both minimally invasive and open approaches to thoracic malignancies, benign esophageal diseases, pleural malignancies, and more.
Application to the program should be submitted through ERAS between September 15 and November 30. There is also an opportunity for 4th-year medical students to rotate as a sub-intern on the Cardiac or Thoracic Surgical Services to gain firsthand experience.
The training includes a variety of educational conferences, journal clubs, mortality morbidity sessions, and various interdisciplinary programs to equip residents with the necessary skills and knowledge as future cardiothoracic surgeons. Residents also have the option to pursue research opportunities during the program.
The University of Maryland Medical Center's program demonstrates a commitment to providing residents with a robust clinical experience, cutting-edge research opportunities, and a supportive learning environment to foster the development of skilled cardiothoracic surgeons.
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Baltimore County, Maryland
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