UPMC Medical Education Program

The UPMC Allergy & Immunology Fellowship Program at the University of Pittsburgh offers a two to three year ACGME accredited training program. They accept two fellows per year, one from pediatrics and the other with a background in internal medicine or combined medicine-pediatrics. The program provides a 50/50 clinical experience in pediatric and adult clinical care, covering both inpatient and outpatient cases. Fellows get exposure to a wide range of conditions, including allergic rhinitis, asthma, urticaria, rare inborn errors of immunity, and immunologic disorders.

The University of Pittsburgh is well-known for its NIH funding and provides valuable research opportunities under internationally recognized mentors. Fellows engage in comprehensive research experiences and present their findings at national meetings. The program offers a third year dedicated to research for interested fellows.

The curriculum includes rotations on both pediatric and adult allergy services, outpatient clinics, inpatient consult coverage, and specialty clinics focused on various allergic or immunologic conditions. The educational curriculum features weekly grand rounds, case conferences, dedicated board review sessions, summer lectures, and other unique educational experiences.

The application process is started through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) website, and the program participates in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Additional information and guidelines for residency/fellowship training programs in the United States can be found on various medical organizations' websites.