InstitutionUniversity of Tartu
LocationTartu and approved Estonian training sites, Estonia
SpecialtyGeneral Thoracic
FocusGeneral Thoracic Surgery
Programme typeUniversity Residency Programme
Duration5 years (55 training months)
ParticipationFull-time supervised clinical and operative residency
International applicantsEstonian qualification recognition, licensing, language and residency-selection requirements apply
RegistrationEstonian medical authorisation and university residency admission requirements apply
AccreditationUniversity of Tartu qualification as a general thoracic surgeon, programme code 3360
PositionsNot publicly listed
IntakeUniversity residency cycle
DeadlineFollow the current University of Tartu residency admissions cycle
FundingResidency employment and funding terms depend on the appointed place
LanguageEstonian; English is required for specialist literature
Visa informationNot publicly listed
FeesNot publicly listed
Data qualityOfficial university residency curriculum verified 28 Aug 2026
Application opensNot publicly announced
EligibilityEstonian qualification recognition, licensing, language and residency-selection requirements apply
Required prior trainingNot publicly listed — confirm with programme
Application documentsSee official application instructions
Operative exposureFull-time supervised clinical and operative residency
Research componentNot publicly listed
Salary or stipendResidency employment and funding terms depend on the appointed place
BenefitsNot publicly listed
AccommodationNot publicly listed
Official contactUse the official programme page
Publication stateVerified
Source typeOfficial institution