Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellowship

1. Hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or an equivalent medical degree.
2. Complete an accredited residency in Internal Medicine.
3. Complete an accredited Cardiovascular Disease fellowship before starting the Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellowship.
4. Meet the applicable medical licensure and institutional appointment requirements.
5. Prepare a curriculum vitae, personal statement, United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) scores, and a professional photograph.
6. Obtain at least three letters of recommendation.
7. For international applicants, a J-1 visa is accepted; an H-1B visa is not accepted.

The Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology Fellowship at UC San Diego School of Medicine is a one-year advanced training program focused on the management of complex heart failure, heart transplantation, and mechanical circulatory support. The University of California, San Diego is a public research university recognized for medical education, scientific discovery, and clinical innovation. Its School of Medicine provides specialized cardiovascular training through experienced faculty and multidisciplinary clinical teams. Fellows gain practical experience in cardiogenic shock management, ventricular assist devices, transplant evaluation and post-transplant care, catheter-based procedures, and clinical research, preparing them for advanced clinical practice and academic careers.

1. Prepare the required application documents: curriculum vitae, personal statement, United States Medical Licensing Examination scores, and a professional photograph.
2. Obtain at least three letters of recommendation.
3. Submit the application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
4. Register for the fellowship match through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
5. Attend a virtual interview if selected. Applicants are notified by email.
6. Submit the rank list by the published deadline and participate in the matching process.
7. Successful applicants begin the fellowship in July, according to the program's schedule.