Fellowship Training in Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia

Overview

Comprehensive training in anaesthesia, surgical intensive care and acute pain management for cardiothoracic surgical patients including VAD, ECMO, heart and lung transplant and TEE.

The programme

Focus

Adult cardiothoracic anaesthesia

Training type

Clinical Fellowship (hands-on)

Duration

12 months

Start

Approx. 6-9 months after provisional offer (processing with relevant authorities)

Positions

Not stated on official page

Accreditation

Completion proves experience gained; does not imply recognition for registration with any medical council

Department

Department of Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia

Eligibility and visa

Eligibility

Qualified practising anaesthesiologist in home country interested in cardiothoracic anaesthesia; fluent in spoken and written English

International applicants

Yes - NHCS offers fellowship positions each year to cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons and cardiac anaesthetists, including overseas fellows (estimated costs listed for foreign trainees)

Visa support

Training Employment Pass (Ministry of Manpower) required - fee SGD 360

Licence requirement

Temporary Medical Registration with the Singapore Medical Council

How to apply

Deadline

Reviewed twice a year: applications received 1 Feb-31 Jul reviewed in Oct/Nov; applications received 1 Aug-31 Jan reviewed in Apr/May

Application method

Email completed NHCS Fellowship Application Form and CV to the NHCS Fellowship Administrator, Office of Training & Education (nhcs.ote@nhcs.com.sg)

Funding

Funding

Self-funded; NHCS does not offer stipends or accommodation. Estimated costs: NHCS administrative fee SGD 500, SMC temporary registration SGD 300 + practising certificate SGD 550, Training Employment Pass SGD 360, malpractice insurance SGD 455-910

Official sources