Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/West Program

The Maternal Fetal Medicine Fellowship at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai West is designed to prepare participants to become fully qualified clinicians in the subspecialty of maternal-fetal medicine, fostering their ability to pursue academic careers while improving healthcare for women and their developing fetuses and infants. This three-year fellowship is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education and the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Specialty Board of the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology, enrolling one new fellow each year.

The program includes 12 months of research throughout the fellowship duration and clinical rotations crafted to build competency, expertise, and independence in clinical decision-making. With expected obstetrical care overseeing more than 6,000 deliveries in 2024, fellows benefit from exposure to a diverse patient population, with 30 to 40 percent of patients being at high risk for pregnancy-related complications 1.

Curriculum

The curriculum is structured to enhance clinical skills through collaborative efforts with faculty members, directly managing patients while also training residents and medical students. Clinical rotations encompass a wide array of inpatient and outpatient obstetric services, including labor and delivery and high-risk patient clinics. One-on-one mentorship in ultrasonography and invasive procedures takes place in the Maternal-Fetal Evaluation Unit and hospital settings 1.

Additional clinical training includes rotations across various disciplines and electives tailored to individual interests, which might involve fetal echo, obstetric anesthesia, neonatal intensive care, and infectious diseases. A comprehensive educational program consisting of seminars, conferences, and lectures supports the academic environment, with activities such as Daily Labor Floor Rounds, Interdisciplinary MFM Meetings, and Maternal-Fetal Medicine Journal Clubs occurring regularly 1.

Research Opportunities

The fellowship emphasizes research, drawing on the expertise of nationally recognized faculty members involved in clinical and basic science studies. Fellows receive mentorship throughout the research process and are allocated protected time to focus on their research initiatives. They are encouraged to present findings at professional meetings and to publish research outcomes in peer-reviewed journals 1.

Application Process

Individuals interested in applying for the Maternal-Fetal Medicine Fellowship at Mount Sinai West must utilize the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) for submission. The faculty committee conducts a thorough review of the application, followed by interviews that are scheduled during July and August 1.

Visa Support and Competitiveness

The program provides visa support for eligible fellows, including H-1B and J-1 visa types, facilitating the process for international medical graduates to participate in the fellowship. The competitive nature of the program is recognized, with a notable emphasis on attracting diverse applicants, including DO and international medical graduates (IMGs) 1.

Special Application Requirements

Application requirements include consideration of the year of graduation and maximum STEP exam attempts, ensuring candidates meet the program’s standards for incoming fellows. These criteria are essential for maintaining the integrity and high caliber of training within the fellowship 1.