What are the required classes that I need to take to become a heart surgeon?

Answer 1

Four years of college taking all the prerequisites for Med School (most people will major in biology or chemistry -- but any major will do as long as you have the right classes)

Then four years of medical school.

Then a year as a surgical intern followed by at least two years as a surgical resident.

Answer 2

Pre-med at college - 4 years
Med school - 4 years
Internship - 1 year
Residency - 3 years
Specialization training - more and more
Updating your skills - annually

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