International Thoracic Surgery Fellowship

Overview

Flexible fellowship (typically 3–12 months) at a centre performing about 2,000 thoracic procedures a year, including over 600 RATS cases with a dual-console da Vinci Xi; tracks include 12-month general thoracic training (RATS, VATS, lung transplant, open surgery, research day) and 6-month minimally invasive training.

The programme

Focus

Minimally invasive & robotic thoracic surgery

Training type

Clinical + research

Duration

Flexible, typically 3–12 months (12-month general, 6-month minimally invasive tracks)

Start

Rolling; apply 6–12 months before intended start

Positions

Not stated on official page

Accreditation

Not stated on official page

Department

Not stated on official page

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Surgeons close to completing surgical training or recently board-certified in thoracic surgery

International applicants

Invites candidates from Europe and internationally

Visa support

Not stated on official page

Licence requirement

Not stated on official page

How to apply

Deadline

Rolling applications; positions limited and filled in advance

Application method

Online application form with letter of intent and supporting documents; contact thoracicfellowship@semmelweis.hu

Funding

Funding

Self-funded: fellows cover accommodation, transport and living expenses

Official sources