Comprehensive cardiothoracic surgery residency training with personalized mentorship + high-volume clinical experience

The Tufts Medical Center Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program is an ACGME-accredited, two-year training program designed for individuals who have completed an ACGME-accredited or equivalent residency in surgery. The program maintains a small, selective cohort with three residents at any given time, admitting one or two residents each year. Resident education is a top priority, with faculty dedicated to personalized teaching and mentoring for every trainee.

Residents gain comprehensive exposure to adult cardiac, general thoracic and congenital cardiothoracic surgery. Training rotations take place at Tufts Medical Center, Lahey Hospital and Medical Center, and Boston Children’s Hospital. As residents demonstrate competency, they earn progressive autonomy in clinical and surgical decision-making.

The clinical experience is complemented by a strong educational curriculum that includes weekly didactic conferences, surgical skills simulation sessions and mock oral examinations. Residents are expected to actively participate and prepare for all educational activities.

Our program’s goal is to train future leaders in cardiothoracic surgery. Graduates are fully prepared to enter independent practice in academic or community settings or to pursue further subspecialty training. Alumni have successfully launched careers throughout the United States.

Train with leaders + operate with confidence while thriving in our cardiothoracic surgery residency program

Tufts Medical Center offers a highly selective, two-year Cardiothoracic Surgery Residency Program accredited by the ACGME. Designed for physicians who have completed an accredited general surgery residency, our program provides comprehensive training in adult cardiac and general thoracic surgery. With only one or two residents accepted each year, we ensure each trainee receives focused, personalized mentorship and hands-on experience.

Residents train across multiple high-volume sites, including Tufts Medical Center and Lahey Hospital & Medical Center. The curriculum includes didactic lectures, surgical simulation and robust clinical exposure, ensuring our graduates exceed case minimums and are well-prepared for independent practice or further subspecialty training.

Our small cohort model fosters a strong sense of community, direct access to faculty, and a progressive path toward surgical autonomy. Graduates have gone on to build successful careers in both academic and community settings across the country.

Program highlights:

• Two-year ACGME-accredited program
• High case volume: ~1,000 adult cardiac and ~300 thoracic cases annually
• Rotations at Tufts Medical Center, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center and optional congenital surgery at Boston Children's Hospital
• Weekly didactics, mock orals and surgical skills training
• Individualized mentorship and career development support

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How to apply for the Tufts Medical Center psychiatry residency

Applications for the psychiatry residency program are submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), developed by the AAMC to securely transmit applications, letters of recommendation, dean’s letters, transcripts, and other supporting documents from applicants and medical schools to residency programs online.

Required application materials

• Completed ERAS application
• Medical school transcript
• Dean’s letter
• Three letters of reference
• Personal statement
• Applicant photo
• USMLE Step 1 results
• USMLE Step 2 Clinical Skills (CS) and Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) scores (required before starting residency)

Additional information for international applicants

• International, Canadian, and osteopathic medical graduates should consult the ERAS website for specific application instructions.
• Tufts Medical Center sponsors J-1 visas.
• International medical graduates must be ECFMG certified before starting residency.

Other notes

• There is no cutoff date for how many years have passed since medical school graduation.
• While clinical experience in the United States is preferred, it is not required.

Psychiatry residents training for mental healthcare at Tufts Medical Center

Our psychiatry residents are the heart of Tufts Medical Center’s training program. They bring diverse backgrounds, strong dedication, and a passion for learning and compassionate care. Throughout their training, they receive expert mentorship, hands-on experience across multiple specialties, and opportunities to grow as clinicians, educators and leaders. We are proud to support their journey toward becoming skilled psychiatrists ready to meet the evolving needs of mental healthcare.

Training future psychiatrists at Tufts Medical Center in Boston

Our residency program thrives because of the dedication and expertise of our faculty, residents and staff. We are proud to have a diverse team of educators and clinicians committed to fostering a supportive learning environment.

Our attending psychiatrists bring a wealth of clinical experience across adult, child, geriatric, addiction and forensic psychiatry. They are passionate about teaching and mentoring residents to develop strong clinical skills, critical thinking and compassionate care.

Residents come from varied backgrounds and bring unique perspectives that enrich the program. We encourage collaboration, respect and professional growth at every stage of training.

Support staff, including social workers, nurse practitioners, psychologists and administrative teams, play an essential role in ensuring smooth patient care and resident education.

Together, our people create a vibrant community focused on excellence in psychiatric training and patient-centered care.

Psychiatry residency hospital partners expanding your clinical experience beyond Tufts Medical Center

In addition to Tufts Medical Center, our psychiatry residents train at several partner hospitals across Massachusetts. These diverse training sites allow for a broad, well-rounded clinical experience in a variety of settings and populations.

Tewksbury Hospital – Tewksbury, MA

This 350-bed state hospital includes seven inpatient units for medically complex adults and five units for psychiatric care. During the PGY-2 year, residents complete a two-month rotation on a psychiatric inpatient unit, gaining experience with treatment-resistant and chronically ill individuals through the Department of Mental Health.

Lawrence Memorial Hospital – Medford, MA

Part of MelroseWakefield Healthcare, this 134-bed community hospital is home to a well-established Geriatric Medical Psychiatric Program. Residents learn to care for older adults with acute psychiatric and medical needs, including those with dementia, depression, and psychosis. Services include inpatient and outpatient ECT, day programs, nursing home consultation, and more. The hospital is accessible by public transportation.

North Shore Medical Center – Salem, MA

This 20-bed inpatient unit specializes in psychiatric care for children and adolescents (ages 3–17). During the PGY-2 year, residents spend one month here, working alongside attendings and physician assistants to care for youth with depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other behavioral health conditions.

Walden Behavioral Care – Waltham, MA

A leading program for the treatment of eating disorders, Walden offers inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient care. During the PGY-3 year, residents join the partial hospital team in Waltham, working closely with a psychiatrist and nurse practitioner who specialize in eating disorders.

Explore Tufts Medical Center psychiatry residency curriculum + leadership opportunities

At Tufts Medical Center, our psychiatry residency program offers comprehensive training designed to prepare residents for successful, impactful careers. With a focus on diverse patient populations and cutting-edge psychiatric care, our curriculum blends rigorous clinical rotations, outpatient and inpatient experiences, and advanced psychotherapy and consultation-liaison training. Supported by nationally recognized faculty mentors, residents thrive in a collaborative and inclusive learning environment. The program also offers specialized electives and fellowship preparation to help residents pursue their unique professional goals.