Matthew Gerdisch Fellowship in Arrhythmia Surgery
The Matthew Gerdisch Fellowship offers early-career surgeons six months of advanced, hands-on training in arrhythmia surgery and multidisciplinary program development at University Hospital Vienna.
Funder: American Association for Thoracic Surgery
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 USD for a 6-month immersive fellowship at University Hospital Vienna; one award annually.
Summary: Advanced fellowship for early-career surgeons to develop expertise and leadership in arrhythmia surgery through hands-on training and multidisciplinary program development.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity; all deadlines are projected and may change.
Description
The Matthew Gerdisch Fellowship in Arrhythmia Surgery is a prestigious annual program designed to foster surgical excellence, innovation, and leadership in the field of cardiac arrhythmia surgery. The fellowship provides a unique opportunity for a graduating cardiothoracic fellow or junior surgeon (within five years of completing training) to undertake a six-month, immersive training experience at the University Hospital Vienna under the mentorship of Professor Daniel Zimpfer. The curriculum emphasizes advanced electrophysiology lab techniques, minimally invasive and hybrid surgical approaches, and comprehensive program development—including multidisciplinary team building and integrated service line creation. The fellowship aims to prepare the next generation of leaders in arrhythmia surgery.
