How to apply to the cardiothoracic surgery residency at Tufts Medical Center

Applying to our cardiothoracic surgery residency program involves submitting a complete application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Applicants must have completed an ACGME-accredited general surgery residency or equivalent before starting. Required materials include a CV, personal statement, letters of recommendation, medical school transcripts and USMLE scores.

We review applications holistically, focusing on academic achievements, clinical experience and commitment to cardiothoracic surgery. Selected candidates will be invited for interviews to learn more about the program and meet our faculty and residents.

For detailed application deadlines, requirements and contact information, please visit our official application page or contact the program coordinator.

Experienced cardiac + thoracic surgeons leading your training

Our faculty includes expert cardiac and general thoracic surgeons at Tufts Medical Center who are deeply committed to surgical education. Each team member actively participates in teaching, evaluation and professional development. We train not only outstanding technical surgeons but also compassionate physicians with strong clinical judgment and dedication to patient care.

Panayotis N. Vardas, MD, FACC, FACS
Aaron Sparks, DO
Gregory Couper, MD
Siva Venkata, MD, MBBS, MRCS
Miguel M. Leiva-Juarez, MD, MSE