Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
The Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Thoracic Surgery fellowship in Richmond, VA is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
Residents spend two-four months second year training at children’s national medical center in washington, d.c. Residents are expected to complete a research project every year and submit it to presentation at a national meeting.
Summarized from the program’s official website, checked October 5, 2026. Confirm details with the program.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Rachit D. Shah, MD
- Program coordinator
- Christine Mahnken
- Division Chief
- Patricia Nicolato, DO
- Address
- 1200 W. Broad Street Richmond, VA 23298
- surgery@vcu.edu
- Phone
- (804) 828-4620
Contact details checked October 5, 2026.
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.