The Cardiothoracic Surgery (CTS) Residency Programme at the National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS) is part of the Singapore Integrated Programme (SGIP) for Cardiothoracic Surgery.
The CTS programme at NUHCS is designed to equip residents with the clinical expertise, surgical skills, and academic foundation required to deliver high-quality cardiothoracic care across diverse patient populations.
For full details on the national curriculum and training structure, please visit:
👉https://www.singhealthacademy.edu.sg/residency/programmes/residency-programmes/cardiothoracic-surgery/your-learning-experience
NUHCS offers a comprehensive and well-rounded training environment within a tertiary academic medical centre, with exposure across multiple institutions.
Residents benefit from a broad case mix, including:
• Adult cardiac surgery
• Thoracic surgery
• Minimally invasive cardiac and thoracic surgery
• Paediatric cardiac surgery
• Robotically-assisted Thoracic surgery
• Aortic and endovascular surgery
• Complex, high-risk and reoperative cases
• Multidisciplinary care involving cardiology, intensive care, and allied health teams
• Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI)
This diverse exposure supports the development of clinical depth and surgical confidence across the full spectrum of cardiothoracic care.
Residents at NUHCS can expect:
• Exposure to a high volume and complexity of cases, enabling progressive development of operative skills
• Opportunities to participate in perioperative care across the full patient journey, from pre-operative assessment to post-operative management
• Hands-on experience with advanced surgical techniques and technologies
• Management of disease is based on current guidelines and research
Training is structured to support graduated responsibility, ensuring residents build competency in a safe and supervised environment.
NUHCS places strong emphasis on academic excellence and continuous learning.
Residents will have access to:
• Structured teaching sessions and case-based discussions
• Multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical conferences
• Opportunities for clinical research, presentations, and publications
• Teaching opportunities involving undergraduate and postgraduate learners
Residents are supported to develop not only as clinicians, but also as clinician-educators and future leaders in cardiothoracic surgery.
NUHCS fosters a supportive and collaborative learning culture, with close mentorship from experienced faculty.
In addition, clinical teams are increasingly incorporating innovative learning approaches, including:
• Video-based educational materials to support procedural learning
• Case-based learning and simulation where appropriate
These initiatives aim to enhance accessibility, consistency, and effectiveness of training.
