University of California (San Francisco) Program
Nuclear medicine - San Francisco, CA | ACGME Code: 2000521016
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) offers comprehensive Nuclear Medicine Residency and Fellowship Programs aimed at training physicians to become leaders in nuclear medicine and molecular imaging.
The programs cover various aspects of modern nuclear medicine practice, including diagnostic nuclear medicine, nuclear cardiology, PET/CT, and PET/MRI. Trainees gain exposure to therapeutic applications of radioisotopes, including radioiodine, Ra-223, and Lutetium-177 DOTA TATE. Clinical service is provided at multiple sites with state-of-the-art equipment.
Faculty in the nuclear medicine section at UCSF are actively involved in research, offering opportunities for trainees to engage in independent research and quality improvement projects. Educational conferences provide lectures on physics, instrumentation, radiopharmaceuticals, and clinical practice.
Application requirements for the program include a CV, copy of USMLE scores, a personal statement, research statement (if interested), and three letters of professional reference. Successful completion of a diagnostic radiology residency is also a prerequisite for the Nuclear Medicine Fellowship program.
UCSF's Nuclear Medicine program offers a 12-month fellowship for diagnostic radiology graduates and a 16-month training program within the diagnostic radiology residency. The program encourages independent research and quality improvement projects and provides exposure to a range of educational conferences.
Please note that the UCSF program emphasizes research opportunities, exposure to advanced technologies, and comprehensive training in nuclear medicine practice.
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