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Cardiothoracic Surgery Oral Boards Review

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4-scenario Private 1:1 Session

– $525

1:1 Session with a Board-certified CT Surgeon

 

2 Cardiac or Thoracic scenarios in 15 min + 15 min of feedback

 

Session Recording

 

AI-generated written feedback

 

Flexible scheduling

 

Abbreviated 2-scenario Private 1:1 Session – $275

1:1 Session with a Board-certified CT Surgeon

 

2 Cardiac or Thoracic scenarios in 15 min + 15 min of feedback

 

Session Recording

 

AI-generated written feedback

 

Flexible scheduling

 

Meet the Examiners

Chigozirim Ekeke, MD

Dr. Chigozirim is an accomplished thoracic surgeon with specialized expertise in lung, esophageal, and airway conditions. With extensive training at The Ohio State University and UPMC, he combines cutting-edge surgical techniques with a deep understanding of board examination requirements. His sessions provide a structured, high-yield approach, including mock oral cases, verbal and written feedback, and in-depth video analysis. Whether you’re preparing for your board exams or refining your surgical communication skills, Dr. Ekeke’s sessions offer a focused and practical learning experience.

Chigozirim “Chigo” Ekeke, MD
Assistant Professor of Surgery
University of Michigan

Irsa Hasan, MD
Assistant Professor of Surgery
UPMC Presbyterian

Irsa Hasan, MD

Dr. Hasan completed her training at Mayo Clinic, UPMC, and Cedars-Sinai and specializes in coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and minimally invasive cardiac procedures. She is a dedicated surgeon scientist with over 50 publications and serves as a reviewer for the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery. Committed to education and medical volunteerism, she has provided cardiac surgical care to underserved communities for over 10 years and is eager to help her CT colleagues prepare for their Boards.

Olugbenga Okusanya, MD

Dr. Okusanya is a nationally recognized expert in robotic and chest wall surgery. After medical school and residency at the University of Pennsylvania, he completed a cardiothoracic fellowship and a minimally invasive super fellowship at UPMC. He is an Editorial Board member for the Annals of Thoracic Surgery with over 100 peer-reviewed articles and is a lifetime educator with multiple teaching accolades.

Olugbenga Okusanya, MD
Robotic and Chest wall Surgery Expert
University of Pennsylvania

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