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thoracic surgery

ESCO reuse: sector-specific

Thoracic surgery is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.

thoracic surgery — thoracic surgery is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC. ESCO classifies it as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill within knowledge.

Category: knowledge › medicine Also known as: thoracic cavity surgery, lung surgery, thoracic operation

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Frequently asked questions

What is thoracic surgery?

Thoracic surgery is a medical specialty mentioned in the EU Directive 2005/36/EC.

What category of skill is thoracic surgery?

ESCO classifies thoracic surgery under the knowledge category, specifically in the medicine subcategory.

How transferable is thoracic surgery between industries?

ESCO tags thoracic surgery as a sector-specific (rooted in one industry) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.

Is thoracic surgery the same as thoracic cavity surgery?

Yes — thoracic surgery is also known as thoracic cavity surgery, lung surgery, or thoracic operation. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.

How can I learn thoracic surgery?

The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands thoracic surgery and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.

Data: ESCO v1.2.1 (CC-BY-4.0). Durability framework informed by McKinsey Global Institute (Nov 2025). See our methodology.