Aurora Health Care Program

Overview of the Gastroenterology Fellowship Program

The Aurora Gastroenterology Fellowship is a comprehensive three-year program designed to equip fellows with diverse and clinical experiences in gastroenterology. This fellowship specifically trains fellows at two primary sites: Aurora St. Luke’s and Aurora Sinai Medical Centers. Each year, the program admits two new fellows, fostering an intimate and focused learning environment throughout the duration of the fellowship 1.

Training Structure

Training in the program is structured around 13 distinct blocks, offering a wide array of rotations that include Outpatient, Inpatient, Research, and Elective services. This structure ensures that fellows receive a well-rounded exposure to various aspects of gastroenterology 8. The specific rotations include:

• F-1: Outpatient, Inpatient, Research, Hepatology, Inpatient/Outpatient and Advanced Endoscopy
• F-2: Inpatient, Research, Elective, Inpatient/Outpatient, and Advanced Endoscopy
• F-3: Inpatient, Elective, Research, Hepatology, Inpatient/Outpatient, and Advanced Endoscopy

Electives include key areas such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD), Motility, Nutrition, Genetics, Colorectal Surgery, Pediatric GI, and ERCP 8.

Conferences and Education

To complement the clinical training experience, the program features a robust conference schedule that includes:

• GI Guidelines and Board Review every Monday
• Hepatoma Rounds on Wednesdays
• Biliary/Multidisciplinary Case Conference every second and fourth Tuesday
• Core Curriculum Conference every Thursday
• Pathology Conference every other month
• Journal/Research Club on first and third Tuesdays
• GI Oncology Most Difficult Case Conference every Monday
• System-Wide Cancer Case Conference every Thursday

This schedule allows for collaborative learning and exposure to the latest developments in gastroenterology 8.

Research Opportunities

Fellows are encouraged to engage in research activities, allowing them to explore specific clinical interests further. The program emphasizes the value of scholarly activity, and fellows conduct research during designated rotations 8.

Salary and Benefits

The Aurora Gastroenterology Fellowship offers a competitive salary alongside comprehensive health coverage for the fellows and their eligible dependents. Additional benefits are provided, reflecting the program's commitment to the well-being of its fellows 8.

Application Process and Requirements

Applications for the fellowship are processed through the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS). To be considered for the program, applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria:

• Completion or anticipated completion of an accredited internal medicine residency within the United States
• Completion of USMLE I, II/CK, II/CS, and III or COMLEX I, II, III
• Submission of three letters of recommendation, including one from the current or prior internal medicine residency program director

The program does not sponsor H category visas; however, J-1 visa sponsorship is available for qualified applicants 6. Interviews for the fellowship are by invitation only, typically limited to the most competitive candidates 8.

Fellowship Environment

The fellowship prides itself on providing a supportive and patient-focused learning environment. Fellows come from various backgrounds, contributing to a rich educational experience characterized by a diverse range of skills and interests 5. Milwaukee itself offers a vibrant community, making it an appealing location for fellows to live and work during the program 1.