University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson Program
Allergy and immunology - Tucson, AZ | ACGME Code: 0200300001
The University of Arizona College of Medicine-Tucson offers an Allergy and Immunology Fellowship Program that is ACGME accredited. The program is structured into clinical, research, and educational activities, with 50%, 25%, and 25% respectively, spread over a 24-month training period. Clinical rotations cover both pediatric and adult patients at various facilities, emphasizing research projects and quality improvement activities. The program aligns with ACGME Allergy-Immunology Program Requirements and is supported by diverse faculty members.
Facilities and Resources: - Major training sites include Banner - University Medical Center Tucson and Banner - Diamond Children's Wilmot Multispecialty Pediatric Clinic. - Research facilities include the UA Health Sciences Asthma and Airway Disease Research Center, now the Arizona Respiratory Center. - Affiliation with the UA BIO5 Institute.
Application Requirements: - ERAS application, personal statement, and three letters of recommendation. - Must have passed USMLE Steps 1, 2, and 3. - Program length is 2 years, with opportunities for a third-year research track. - Highly qualified International Medical Graduates are welcome to apply, needing a standard ECFMG Certificate and visa status restrictions apply.
Timeline and Deadlines: - Application through ERAS is followed by internal review and candidate selection for interviews. - Interviews typically begin in August, with Match Results announced in December.
Research and Scholarly Activities: - Fellows are required to complete a hypothesis-driven research project for peer-reviewed publication. - Quality Improvement projects are also emphasized. - Each fellow must write at least one scholarly work under faculty mentorship. - Fellows will be involved in national conferences and presentations.
The program prioritizes candidates with a history of excellence in clinical expertise, research, education leadership, or quality improvement, aligning with the three pillars of the University of Arizona - Banner University Medical Group mission.
For more detailed information, including application procedures and preferred criteria, interested candidates can visit the official program website.
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