Henry Ford Health/Henry Ford Hospital Program

Sleep Medicine Fellowship Program

The Sleep Medicine Fellowship Program at Henry Ford Health provides a one-year training opportunity for three fellows each year. The program is accredited by the American Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and offers extensive training experience in collaboration with various medical specialties including Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Medicine, Neurology, Psychiatry, and Otolaryngology. Additionally, fellows benefit from an affiliation with Michigan State University and Wayne State University, enhancing their educational experience through multidisciplinary collaboration 1.

Curriculum Overview

The fellowship is designed with a structured curriculum that spans clinical responsibilities, research engagements, and educational didactics. Clinical excellence is emphasized with a focus on treating a diverse patient population presenting with complex sleep disorders. Training includes participation in cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), ENT evaluations, sleep dentistry, and hypoventilation management 1.

Rotations and Training Sites

Fellows rotate through various clinical settings, gaining expertise across multiple domains of sleep medicine. Opportunities include:

• Continuity clinics at New Center One, focusing on ambulatory patient care.
• Satellite clinics at Henry Ford Medical Center - Columbus and other locations, where they handle diverse sleep disorder cases.
• Children's Hospital of Michigan offers additional pediatric sleep medicine training.
• Hypoventilation/ALS clinic provides exposure to managing non-invasive positive pressure ventilation.
• In-house consultations at Henry Ford Hospital, the flagship of the health system.

Each training experience is strategically designed to develop clinical skills essential for managing varied sleep disorders 1.

Didactic Training

Fellows participate in weekly didactic sessions covering core topics in sleep medicine, including:

• Basic sciences and neurobiology of sleep
• Case-based learning and presentations
• Board preparation
• Peer-reviewed journal clubs and M&M sessions

This structured didactic program complements clinical training and encourages fellows to engage in ongoing scholarship and research initiatives 1.

Research Opportunities

Engagement in research is a pivotal component of the fellowship. All fellows are required to participate in ongoing research projects and are supported by faculty mentors. Research time of ½ day per week is allocated to facilitate involvement in IRB-approved projects. Active participation in national meetings is encouraged, with many fellows presenting their scholarly work 1.12

Support and Benefits

Fellows at Henry Ford are offered a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 4 weeks of paid vacation annually
• Access to a Professional Development Fund
• Insurance benefits
• Optional housing at Henry Ford Hospital Apartments
• Corporate discounts

A strong emphasis is placed on wellness, providing resources such as mental health support, a house staff lounge, and fitness club memberships 1.4

Visa and Application Requirements

The program is friendly towards international medical graduates (IMGs) and will sponsor a J-1 visa for applicable candidates. However, the program does not support H-1B visa applications. Applicants must submit a personal statement, three letters of recommendation (including one from their Program Director), and complete USMLE or COMLEX scores. There are no strict caps on the number of failed STEP exams considered for candidates 3.

Competitive Nature

The Sleep Medicine Fellowship is considered competitive; it welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds including DOs and IMGs, indicating an inclusive approach to fellowship admissions. High caliber candidates with prior training in relevant specialties such as internal medicine, pulmonology, neurology, and psychiatry are encouraged to apply 2.4

Living in Detroit

Detroit offers a rich cultural environment with a variety of entertainment, dining, and sports activities. The city is renowned for its historical significance in music and arts, and offers numerous outdoor activities with proximity to lakes and parks. Living in the Detroit metropolitan area provides easy access to prominent cultural, sporting, and recreational opportunities 3.