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THE GLOBAL IMPACT OF THE FRANCIS FONTAN FELLOWSHIPS
by EACTS
Valeria Iturriaga
Cardiac surgeon, Hospital de Especialidades Pediatrico
León, Mexico
Fellowship: Aortic Root and Valve Repair
“I work in a small hospital where I am the only cardiac surgeon. The Aortic Root and Valve Repair Fellowship provided an invaluable opportunity to visit different hospitals and learn more about the different techniques that are used by fantastic surgeons who are experts in aortic valve repair. The experience not only reinforced my existing knowledge but has given me confidence to apply these techniques in my own department.”
About The Francis Fontan Fund
Polina Danchenko
Amosov Institute of Cardiovascular Surgery
AMS of Ukraine, Kiev
Fellowship: Ukrainian Support
“The Department of Cardiovascular Surgery at Hospital Clínic de Barcelona does all kinds of surgical procedures and interventions, including minimally invasive and robotic surgery. This allows me to see the full spectrum of cardiac surgery interventions.
“For a trainee resident like me, it’s a perfect setting to see the whole of cardiac surgery whilst being mentored and trained by specialists. I will take this knowledge back to my clinic in Ukraine to help other residents who are in need of education and training. The war has limited the chances for young fellows so the techniques and learnings that I am bringing back home will be very valuable.”
The prestigious Francis Fontan Fund offers young surgeons an exciting opportunity to advance their surgical education and learn from the highest standards of cardiothoracic care across the world at some of the most prestigious institutions around the world.
Mmcts
A valuable online reference
MMCTS continues to grow as a valuable online resource for residents and experienced surgeons alike. Over the last 12 months we have published 44 video-based tutorials and 25 case reports across the field of cardiovascular and thoracic surgery.
“MMCTS is an important resource and a stimulus for Residents because it allows us to directly update ourselves on surgical skills and interventions.”
IN 2022 WE PROVIDED SURGICAL COMMUNITIES AROUND THE WORLD WITH UNRIVALLED OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
