James L. Cox Fellowship in Atrial Fibrillation Surgery
Fellowship for early career cardiac surgeons to gain advanced, mentored training in the surgical management of atrial fibrillation, including hands-on experience and a structured educational curriculum.
Funder: American Association for Thoracic Surgery
Due Dates: December 1, 2026 | December 2, 2026
Funding Amounts: $3,750–$7,500 (domestic, 2–4 weeks) | $5,000–$10,000 (international, 2–4 weeks) | Up to $1,500 for AATS Annual Meeting travel
Summary: Fellowship for early career cardiac surgeons to gain advanced training and mentorship in surgical management of atrial fibrillation.
Key Information: Program opens September 1, 2026; host sites may be observation-only.
Description
This fellowship provides early career cardiac surgeons with specialized, hands-on training in the surgical management of atrial fibrillation. The program is designed to deepen participants’ understanding of the pathophysiology, diagnosis, and surgical treatments of atrial fibrillation through a structured curriculum, mentorship from leading surgeons at top institutions, and practical experience where possible. The fellowship aims to prepare participants for leadership roles in atrial fibrillation surgery.
The curriculum covers:
- Cardiac anatomy and electrophysiology relevant to atrial fibrillation
- Guideline-based treatment strategies
- Decision-making for surgical approaches
- Management of the left atrial appendage
- Postoperative care and rhythm assessment
- Interdisciplinary collaboration with cardiologists and electrophysiologists
Fellows may be credentialed to participate in procedures at their host institutions or, in some cases, may observe only. The program also includes reimbursement for travel to the AATS Annual Meeting.
