NYU Grossman School of Medicine Program

The Sports Medicine Fellowship Program at NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides advanced training in the field of pediatrics specifically focused on sports medicine. The program is designed to equip fellows with the skills required to treat a diverse range of pediatric sports-related injuries and enhance overall athletic performance. This fellowship is integrated within the broader pediatrics residency framework, allowing fellows to benefit from a comprehensive educational environment.

Curriculum

The curriculum for the Sports Medicine Fellowship is structured to incorporate both clinical and academic components, ensuring that fellows gain a well-rounded experience. The program emphasizes hands-on training through rotations in various settings, including outpatient clinics, sports teams, and hospitals, where fellows are involved in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of pediatric patients.

Moreover, didactic sessions aim to cover essential topics, including exercise physiology, nutrition, and biomechanics, which are crucial for understanding the development and management of sports-related injuries in children and adolescents.

Rotations

The fellowship includes rotations that provide exposure to different aspects of pediatric sports medicine. Fellows typically rotate through:

• Outpatient Sports Medicine Clinic
• Pediatric Emergency Department
• Inpatient Pediatric Rehabilitation
• Team Coverage for various high school and collegiate athletic programs

These rotations are designed to enhance clinical skills, foster collaboration, and refine the knowledge necessary for providing comprehensive care tailored to young athletes.

Research Opportunities

The program encourages fellows to engage in scholarly activities and research that contribute to the field of sports medicine. NYU Grossman School of Medicine supports various research initiatives, allowing fellows to explore topics like injury prevention, rehabilitation techniques, and the impact of sports on pediatric health.

Unique Aspects

The Sports Medicine Fellowship at NYU is distinguished by its focus on the unique aspects of treating pediatric patients. This includes understanding the psychosocial factors affecting young athletes and tailoring prevention and treatment strategies accordingly.

The program also emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, providing fellows with opportunities to work closely with physical therapists, nutritionists, and psychologists, thereby promoting a holistic approach to care for young athletes.

Training Sites

Fellows will receive training primarily at:

• Hassenfeld Children’s Hospital
• NYU Langone Orthopedic Hospital
• Local high schools and community centers that cater to youth sports

Each site offers unique opportunities that empower fellows to understand and manage sports-related injuries while dealing with the dynamics of different sports contexts and environments.

Visa Support and Competitiveness

The program offers sponsorship under the J-1 Visa Exchange Visitor Program for international medical graduates. However, it does not provide support for the H-1B visa category. This offers a pathway for foreign-trained physicians to gain valuable experience in U.S. healthcare, while the competitiveness of the fellowship is shaped by the high volume of candidates each year, especially those among U.S. medical graduates.

Application Requirements

All prospective fellows must meet specific application criteria. While there is no rigid cutoff for the number of unsuccessful STEP exams, candidates are typically expected to have successfully completed the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 and Step 2. Additionally, candidates should have completed a residency in pediatrics and be board eligible or certified at the time of application. Applications are evaluated holistically, with a focus on clinical experience, references, and academic achievements.