Integrated Thoracic Surgery Residency

The University of Kentucky Division of Thoracic Surgery is seeking a resident to fill an unexpected opening for a PGY 2 position in the Integrated Thoracic Surgery Program, beginning July 1, 2023. This is a 6-year program, leading to certification in Thoracic Surgery.

Our focus is on graduating competent cardiothoracic surgeons, who utilize evidence-based decision-making, to safely and confidently deliver optimal patient-centered care. Our trainees exist in an environment of team-based care and will learn to interact positively and professionally with other healthcare providers. They will develop skills to improve the practice of thoracic surgery as a whole through patient safety initiatives, quality improvement projects, medical research, and the application of scientific literature to clinical practice. We strive to continually improve our training program to reach this goal, taking into account the ever-changing landscape of surgical knowledge, advances in techniques, and the shifting health care environment.

Prerequisites:

To qualify for this position, candidates must complete at least one year of a surgical residency (preliminary or categorical) in good standing by June 30, 2023.

How To Apply:

Please send the following to [email protected]:

• your CV,
• MSPE,
• step scores,
• ABSITE (if applicable),
• final transcript,
• case logs,
• and a letter of intent