FC Cardio(SA) — Cardiothoracic Surgery Fellowship
Fellowship of the College of Cardiothoracic Surgeons of South Africa
At a glance.
- College
- College of Cardiothoracic Surgeons of South Africa
- Questions
- 9,794+
- Flashcards
- 4,118+
- Topics
- 259
CMSA-aligned · updated release over release
Know the format.
Everything below is pulled from the official CMSA documentation for this certification.
- Issuing body
- College of Medicine of South Africa
Upcoming sessions.
Imported from the CMSA’s published examination timetables. Always confirm the final date with the College before you plan.
- 01
2nd Semester 2026
Zoom SOEUpcoming22–23 Sep 2026
- 02
1st Semester 2027
WrittenUpcoming28–29 Jan 2027
- 03
1st Semester 2027
Zoom SOEUpcoming13–14 May 2027
Exam parts, one section at a time.
The content is organised to match the official CMSA exam structure, so every minute of prep maps back to what you’ll be tested on.
- 01
FCS(SA) Primary Examination
First stage examination. Requires post-internship qualification registered with the HPCSA or any other medical council. Covers basic sciences and foundational knowledge.
- 2,544
- Questions
- 1,049
- Flashcards
- 02
FCS(SA) Intermediate Examination
Second stage examination. Requires passage of Primary plus 12 months of approved training including 6 months general surgery, 3 months ICU, and 3 months trauma/emergency surgery.
- 3,709
- Questions
- 1,577
- Flashcards
- 03
FC Cardio(SA) Final Examination
Final Fellowship examination. Requires passing Primary and Intermediate exams, minimum six years of medical practice, four years registrar training in cardiothoracic surgery, a letter from Head of Academic unit, minimum 75 cardiac cases as primary surgeon, and submission of logbook/portfolio. The Libero Fatti Medal is awarded to distinguished candidates.
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- Questions
- 1,492
- Flashcards
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- Questions
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- Cards
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- Topics
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