Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship
Duration: 3 Year(s)
Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC), Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Course TypeFellowship
Course Specialty
Cardiovascular Pathology
Overview
Hennepin Healthcare is a major public academic medical center in Minneapolis known for providing advanced clinical training and serving as a large teaching hospital. The institution trains hundreds of residents, fellows, and medical students each year in a collaborative academic environment. The Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship offers a broad spectrum of cardiology exposure across two high-volume tertiary hospitals, ensuring extensive hands-on learning. Fellows work closely with experienced cardiology faculty and participate in clinical care, teaching, and research activities. The program integrates advanced imaging technologies, cardiac procedures, and multidisciplinary cardiovascular care. Trainees benefit from diverse patient populations and exposure to complex cardiovascular cases. The fellowship emphasizes leadership development, clinical excellence, and academic scholarship. Graduates are prepared for careers in academic cardiology, clinical practice, or further subspecialty training.
Admission Intake
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Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
Fellows receive a salary and benefits according to Hennepin Healthcare resident and fellow compensation structure, along with an annual education stipend and institutional benefits.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
- Completion or good standing in a 3-year ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine residency
- USMLE examination scores and transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae and personal statement
- Three letters of recommendation (including one from program director)
- Medical school diploma and transcripts
- ECFMG certification for international medical graduates
- Participation in ERAS application and NRMP match proces
Minimum Education
MD (Doctor of Medicine)Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
Admission Process:
- Submit application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
- Provide required documents (transcripts, CV, recommendations, exam scores).
- Applications are reviewed by the fellowship selection committee.
- Selected applicants receive interview invitations (virtual or in person).
- Candidates are evaluated based on clinical performance, academic record, research, and interviews.
- Final ranking is submitted through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
- Successful candidates are matched and offered fellowship positions.
