is it possible to start cardiac surgery residency at the age of 45?

[ali3600]

thanks

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[ThoracicGuy]

Sure, its possible, but you are looking at 6-9+ years of training. Do you want to go through that at 45?

 

[Dares Dareson]

How about at 36?

 

[ThoracicGuy]

How about at 36?

Are you ok with starting being an attending at 42-44 years old? If so, go for it.