The Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Stanford consists of three divisions -- adult cardiac surgery, pediatric surgery and thoracic surgery. Renowned as one of the finest cardiac and thoracic programs in the United States, the department has a long history dating back to the 1950s. It has several accomplishments, including the first adult human heart transplant in the U.S., the first adult human heart-lung transplant in the world, and the first use of a ventricular device as a bridge to transplantation.
Students can complete the residency program at Stanford in less time than traditional surgical residencies; Stanford believes that such specialized training will produce better-trained surgeons. The program focuses on the evolution and developments of cardiothoracic surgery enabling the resident students to stay abreast of technological advancements. Moreover, the curriculum promises to uphold a healthy work-life balance by focusing on multi-disciplinary training and teamwork.
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Stanford University Medical Center
300 Pasteur Drive, Falk Bldg. CVRB
Stanford, CA 94305
650-723-5771
ctsurgery.stanford.edu
The Mount Sinai Medical Center ranked 18th out of 4,861 hospitals in cardiac care by the U.S. News & World Report 2009-2010. The Hospital a reputation of handling difficult cases including complex ischemic and valvular cases as well as a complete spectrum of congenital heart disorders.
The Mount Sinai Medical School offers a two-year residency program wherein residents can focus on either thoracic or cardiac track. A resident can expect to graduate from the program with the requisite knowledge and skills of a competent practicing surgeon. The overall goals aim at providing in-depth knowledge, practice-based and system-based learning, professionalism, and interpersonal and communication skills.
Mount Sinai Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
1190 5th Avenue
Guggenheim Pavilion-Two West
New York, NY 10029
212-659-8600
mssm.edu
The two-year residency program at Brigham allows residents to choose from either cardiac or thoracic track and provides experiences in pre-operative, operative and post-operative care of patients. The program aims at equipping residents with appropriate training to enable them become qualified practitioners. Academic guidance by faculty at Harvard Medical School through every step of the way distinguishes this as a world-class training program.
Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery
Brigham and Women's Hospital
75 Francis St.
Boston, MA 02115
617-732-5500
brighamandwomens.org