Comprehensive hands-on training + expert mentorship in adult cardiothoracic anesthesiology
The Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship at Tufts Medical Center provides a personalized and immersive training experience, designed to prepare fellows for expert, independent practice. Fellows receive one-on-one intraoperative instruction from nationally recognized faculty, gaining hands-on experience in complex cardiac and thoracic procedures, including heart transplantation, mechanical circulatory support and structural heart interventions.
Alongside clinical training, fellows participate in a robust didactic curriculum that features lectures, interdisciplinary case conferences, and focused echocardiography training. Dedicated rotations in transesophageal (TEE) and transthoracic echocardiography (TTE) prepare fellows to earn Advanced TEE certification through the National Board of Echocardiography.
The program encourages progressive responsibility, with fellows leading multidisciplinary rounds, managing perioperative care independently and teaching junior residents and students. Collaboration with cardiac surgery, heart failure and intensive care teams develops well-rounded clinical judgment and decision-making skills.
Career mentorship and protected elective time support individual interests, including research, perfusion and heart failure. Fellows also build leadership and communication skills through teaching opportunities, journal clubs and simulation training.
This comprehensive approach combines expert supervision, academic rigor and personalized mentorship to prepare graduates to excel as leaders in adult cardiothoracic anesthesiology.
