University of Kentucky College of Medicine Program

Lexington, KY
UniversityFellowship
Specialty:Critical care medicine (Anesthesiology)
ACGME Code:0452031083
NRMP Code:-
Status:Continued Accreditation

Overview

Overview of the Critical Care Medicine Fellowship

The Critical Care Medicine Fellowship at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine offers a comprehensive one-year ACGME-accredited training program focused on anesthesiology critical care medicine. This fellowship begins following the successful completion of an accredited anesthesiology residency and encompasses 12 months of rigorous clinical training.

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Training under this program takes place primarily at UK Chandler Hospital, where fellows engage in critical care in specialized units: the cardiovascular ICU (CVICU), neurosciences ICU (NSICU), and surgical ICU (SICU). Each of these units is staffed by a multidisciplinary team consisting of faculty, fellows, residents, nurses, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals, all working collaboratively to provide high-quality patient care.

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Clinical Rotations

Fellows rotate through various intensive care units, which include the CVICU, NSICU, SICU, medicine ICU (MICU), and trauma ICU (TICU). This diverse exposure allows fellows to encounter a wide range of critical care scenarios and diseases, enhancing their competence in managing critically ill patients.

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A particular focus is dedicated to point-of-care ultrasonography within a dedicated rotation, and fellows have the opportunity to engage in elective rotations. These electives cover a variety of specialties including nephrology, hepatology, infectious disease, nutrition medicine, and transfusion medicine, thereby broadening the fellows' critical care skill set.

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Clinical Experience

The fellowship provides crucial experience in managing complex cases in the CVICU, where fellows are involved in the postoperative care of patients undergoing intricate cardiothoracic surgeries such as cardiac revascularizations and heart transplants. Additional critical interventions include managing patients on mechanical cardiac support devices and those on extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO).

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In the NSICU, fellows collaborate with specialists to address various neurological emergencies, encountering conditions such as ischemic strokes, subarachnoid hemorrhages, and traumatic brain injuries. While in the SICU, fellows gain hands-on experience caring for postoperative surgical patients, which extends to those admitted post-abdominal organ transplantation and other complex procedures.

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Didactics and Learning Environment

Didactic education is an integral component of the fellowship, occurring daily during anesthesiologist-led teaching rounds. This provides fellows with a strong foundation in understanding patient pathology while fostering critical thinking and decision-making skills. Weekly formal lectures led by surgical critical care colleagues address a range of relevant critical care topics, contributing to an enriched educational environment.

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The UK Chandler Hospital is recognized for its high patient acuity rates, challenging fellows with complex and rewarding clinical cases that enhance learning outcomes. The hands-on experience, data-driven knowledge acquisition, and opportunities for skill development form the cornerstone of the training philosophy.

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Research Opportunities

The fellowship also emphasizes research within critical care medicine. Fellows have access to a variety of research publications and ongoing projects, fostering an environment conducive to scholarly activity. This not only enhances their understanding of contemporary issues in critical care but also prepares them for contributions to the medical literature.

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Research conducted by the faculty covers diverse topics ranging from pharmacological studies to innovative treatment approaches, providing fellows with opportunities to engage in research endeavors and development of clinical protocols.

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Application and Competitiveness

Applicants for the Critical Care Medicine Fellowship typically must have completed an ACGME-accredited anesthesiology residency. This program has a competitive application process and is designed to be welcoming to diverse candidates, including those from a DO or IMG background, making it relatively IMG-friendly.

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For international medical graduates, the program offers sponsorship for various visa types to facilitate participation in the fellowship. Specific requirements concerning graduation year and previous examination performance may apply.

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Web sources

1. Critical Care Medicine Fellowship Overview2. Critical Care Medicine Research Publications

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Program data

ACGME History

Accreditation Last updated: Jul 16, 2026
Initial accreditation4
Full accreditation0
Continued14
Warning0
Probationary Accreditation0
Withdrawal0

Program

Program Size

2 (1 years)

Accreditation Status

Continued Accreditation

(Effective: December 15, 2025)

Composition

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Training

Faculty-to-Residents Ratio:6X

Quality of Life

First Year Paid Sick Leave: --

First Year Paid Vacation: --

First Year Salary: $73,241

First Year Maximum Consecutive Hours on Duty: 24 hours

First Year Average Weekly Hours: 62 hours

Admission

USMLE Step 2 Score: --

Visa Sponsorship:--

YOG Cutoff:--

Race / Ethnicity

No race data available.

Gender

No gender data available.

Rotation Duration by Site

Benchmarks

Roster

Publications

2 Publications (5 yr)

Peer-reviewed output from faculty and residents, last 5 years

BMC health services research2024

Impact of burnout and professional fulfillment on intent to leave among pediatric physicians: The findings of a quality improvement initiative.

R Thomas Collins,1Aric Schadler,2Hong Huang,2Scottie B Day,3
PMID: 38580940doi.org/10.1186/s12913-024-10842-2

Location

Lexington, KY

Population
322,570
Median income
$66,392Above
Education
49.8%Above
Employment
65.5%Below
Health
6.6%On par
Age
35On par
  • Above the national average
  • Below the national average
  • Similar to the national average

Housing — Rental prices

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Crime — All violent offences

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Pros

  • Affordable cost of living
  • rich cultural heritage
  • and proximity to major cities.

Cons

  • Weather can be hot and humid in the summer and cold in the winter for those not accustomed to it.

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2. ACGME - Accreditation Data System (ADS) - https://apps.acgme.org/ads/Public/Programs/Search

3. NRMP Results and Data: 2022-2026 Main Residency Match - https://www.nrmp.org/match-data/2026/03/program-results-2022-2026/

4. United States Census Bureau - https://data.census.gov/profile/City,_VS?g=160XX00US2146027

5. Zillow Research - Observed Rent Index (ZORI) - https://www.zillow.com/research/data/

6. FBI - Crime/Law Enforcement Stats (Uniform Crime Reporting Program) - https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/ucr

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