Matthew Gerdisch Fellowship in Arrhythmia Surgery
The Matthew Gerdisch Fellowship in Arrhythmia Surgery offers early career surgeons immersive training in advanced arrhythmia surgery techniques at University Hospital Vienna, funded by the AATS Foundation.
Funder: American Association for Thoracic Surgery Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Application deadline - projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 USD for a six-month fellowship at University Hospital Vienna; one award annually.
Summary: A prestigious fellowship for early career cardiac surgeons to develop advanced skills in arrhythmia surgery at the University Hospital Vienna.
Key Information: Eligibility limited to recent fellows or junior surgeons within five years of starting practice.
Description
The Matthew Gerdisch Fellowship in Arrhythmia Surgery supports early career cardiothoracic surgeons and recent fellows aspiring to become leaders in arrhythmia surgery. Offered by the American Association for Thoracic Surgery Foundation, the fellowship provides a unique six-month, immersive experience at the University Hospital Vienna. The program emphasizes advanced training in electrophysiology lab techniques, minimally invasive and hybrid surgical approaches, and program development within a multidisciplinary team. The fellowship aims to enhance technical, clinical, and leadership skills, fostering innovation and excellence in the field of cardiac arrhythmia surgery.
