New York Presbyterian Hospital (Cornell Campus) Program

The Clinical Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at Weill Cornell Medicine is a one-year, ACGME-accredited program designed to cultivate skills in clinical practice, scholarly research, and education concerning substance use disorders. The program welcomes three fellows each academic year, providing an immersive training experience that encompasses diverse settings and comprehensive curricula.

Curriculum

The curriculum comprises various critical components including:

Mentored Patient Care

Fellows engage in evidence-based addiction treatment under the mentorship of seasoned faculty. They partake in a wide array of patient care settings that include acute inpatient programs, rehabilitative services, intensive outpatient programs, and opioid treatment services. This firsthand experience enables fellows to apply their theoretical knowledge in practical settings, facilitating a deeper understanding of patient care dynamics in addiction psychiatry 1.

Mentored Research

Research is a cornerstone of the fellowship, incorporating structured scholarly activities aimed at nurturing the next generation of clinical scientists in the field. Each fellow is obligated to undertake a research project that will be presented at a formal seminar at the conclusion of the academic year. Alongside this, a series of seminars provide vital exposure to advanced research methodologies, inspiring fellows to contribute to the evolving landscape of addiction psychiatry 1.

Didactic Curriculum

The didactic aspect features twice-weekly immersive seminars, where topics span innovations in addiction psychiatry to public health approaches. Fellows also engage in supervised group discussions focusing on patient management and partake in monthly journal clubs to analyze and critique high-yield scholarly articles relevant to their field 1.

Education Training

Fellows receive training on educational methodologies, equipping them with the skills necessary to become future educators in addiction psychiatry. This includes opportunities to mentor medical students and residents throughout the year 1.

Clinical Rotations

Fellows gain practical experience by providing inpatient and outpatient care through various facilities, including:

• NewYork-Presbyterian Addiction Consult Service
• NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center
• NewYork-Presbyterian Midtown Center for Treatment and Research
• NewYork-Presbyterian Medication Assisted Treatment Outpatient Clinic
• Vincent P. Dole Treatment and Research Institute for Opiate Dependency
• Weill Cornell Medicine Center for Special Studies
• Weill Cornell Medicine Center for Trauma and Addiction

An exceptional component of the fellowship is the engagement with community partners, promoting the destigmatization of addiction through various initiatives like Narcan training and involvement with 12-step programs 1.

Eligibility and Application Process

The program accepts three fellows each year: two through NewYork-Presbyterian and one through the Community Track with Lincoln Medical Center. Eligible applicants must have completed an ACGME-accredited general psychiatry residency and demonstrate self-motivation and flexibility. A diverse cohort is encouraged, enhancing the learning environment 1.

Application Requirements

The application process mandates submission through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), which should include:

• Application form
• Personal statement
• Three letters of recommendation (one of which must be from the training director)
• Official medical school transcript
• MSPE (Medical School Performance Evaluation)
• Official USMLE score reports (Steps 1, 2, and 3 or equivalent)

Additionally, foreign medical graduates must include specific documentation as per program guidelines 1.

Visa Sponsorship

The fellowship program provides visa sponsorship for eligible applicants, including J-1 and H-1B visa types, ensuring that qualified international medical graduates can pursue training in addiction psychiatry 1.

Competitiveness

The Clinical Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship is considered highly competitive, with a rigorous selection process aimed at attracting the most qualified candidates. While it primarily caters to graduates of US medical schools, it also welcomes qualified international medical graduates (IMGs) and candidates from osteopathic (DO) backgrounds, promoting inclusivity in its selection 1.