Multi-specialty · Residency Training
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Cardiothoracic Surgery Training

Leiden University Medical Center·Leiden

Programme overview

Six-year national specialist route with one year of general surgery followed by five years of cardiothoracic surgery.

InstitutionLeiden University Medical Center
LocationLeiden, Netherlands
SpecialtyMulti-specialty
FocusCardiothoracic Surgery
Programme typeResidency Training
Duration6 years
ParticipationSupervised specialist clinical training
International applicantsDutch recognition and appointment requirements apply
RegistrationDutch BIG registration and training requirements apply
AccreditationDutch cardiothoracic specialist training
PositionsNot publicly listed
IntakeConfirm current details with the programme
DeadlineConfirm current details with the programme
FundingEmployment terms depend on appointment
LanguageDutch proficiency required
Visa informationNot publicly listed
FeesNot publicly listed
Data qualityOfficial institutional source available
Application opensNot publicly announced
EligibilityDutch recognition and appointment requirements apply
Required prior trainingNot publicly listed — confirm with programme
Application documentsSee official application instructions
Operative exposureSupervised specialist clinical training
Research componentNot publicly listed
Salary or stipendEmployment terms depend on appointment
BenefitsNot publicly listed
AccommodationNot publicly listed
Official contactUse the official programme page
Publication stateVerified
Source typeOfficial institutional or society page
International applicant check

Dutch recognition and appointment requirements apply

Clinical participationSupervised specialist clinical training

RegistrationDutch BIG registration and training requirements apply

VisaNot publicly listed — confirm directly with the host.

LanguageDutch proficiency required

This is a source summary, not an eligibility decision. Confirm licensing, immigration, funding and clinical privileges with the responsible institution.

Verification notes

LUMC describes the six-year structure and operative involvement from the start of training.

Source qualityOfficial institutional or society page
Last checked14 Aug 2026