Israeli National Specialisation in Cardiology (התמחות בקרדיולוגיה)

Overview

Israel's national residency pathway in cardiology, with three tracks: 3 years of cardiology after specialist title in internal medicine, or combined internal medicine–cardiology dual tracks (1+1+2+2 years or 3+3 years, each plus ½ year basic sciences); one year (no more) in cardiac inpatient units (ICCU/intermediate cardiac care) is mandatory.

The programme

Training type

Specialist training programme

Duration

3 years of cardiology (after internal medicine specialisation) or 6.5-year dual internal medicine–cardiology tracks

Start

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Positions

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Accreditation

Scientific Council of the Israel Medical Association – specialist title

Department

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Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Applies to residents starting from 1 August 2007; dual-track residents must also meet all internal medicine requirements including Stage A and Stage B examinations before sitting the cardiology examination.

International applicants

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Visa support

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Licence requirement

Israeli medical licence

How to apply

Deadline

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Application method

Residency positions are obtained at accredited departments; specialist title application includes a detailed procedure log approved by the department head.

Funding

Funding

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Official sources