Fellowship in Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology

The Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is a comprehensive one-year ACGME-accredited program designed to provide advanced training in the perioperative management of patients undergoing complex cardiac and thoracic surgeries. The fellowship offers extensive hands-on experience in high-acuity procedures such as coronary artery bypass grafting, valve surgeries, heart and lung transplantation, and major thoracic operations, supported by a high-volume clinical environment with approximately 1200–1400 cardiothoracic cases annually. Fellows develop expertise in advanced techniques including transesophageal echocardiography, cardiopulmonary bypass management, and sophisticated hemodynamic monitoring. Training spans multiple settings such as operating rooms, intensive care units, and catheterization laboratories, ensuring a multidisciplinary approach to patient care. The program also emphasizes academic development through teaching, conferences, and research opportunities, preparing fellows for leadership roles in cardiothoracic anesthesia, critical care, and academic medicine.

• MD / DO degree (or equivalent international medical degree)
• Completion of minimum 3 years of accredited Anesthesiology residency
• Eligible for board certification in Anesthesiology (or board eligible)
• Strong clinical training in perioperative and critical care management
• For international applicants: ECFMG certification required
• Must be eligible for U.S. medical license (state requirements before joining)
• Visa eligibility (commonly J-1; depends on program policies)
• Good academic record with relevant clinical experience
• Letters of recommendation (usually 3) + CV + personal statement required
• Interest or experience in cardiac/thoracic anesthesia or critical care preferred