Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship

1. Must hold a medical degree or equivalent qualification.
2. Must complete a three-year accredited Internal Medicine residency before the fellowship start date.
3. Must submit three letters of recommendation, including one from the residency program director.
4. Must provide a personal statement.
5. Must submit United States Medical Licensing Examination or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination transcripts, as applicable.
6. Must apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service.
7. Applicants requiring a visa may be considered for J-1 or H-1B visa sponsorship, subject to program requirements.

The General Cardiovascular Medicine Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine is a three-year, accredited clinical training program designed to prepare physicians for careers in cardiovascular medicine. Fellows receive training in inpatient and outpatient cardiology, cardiac intensive care, heart failure, cardiac imaging, electrophysiology, and catheterization. The program includes supervised clinical practice, research mentorship, and structured educational conferences. Fellows complete original research or substantial scholarly work in cardiology. Training takes place at Yale New Haven Hospital and the VA Connecticut Healthcare System.

1. Applicants must complete a three-year accredited Internal Medicine residency before beginning the fellowship.
2. Prepare a personal statement, three letters of recommendation including one from the residency program director, and the required examination transcripts.
3. Submit the application through the Electronic Residency Application Service. The application cycle opens in the spring, and early submission is recommended.
4. Applicants interested in combined clinical and research training should mention this interest in their personal statement.
5. Selected applicants are invited to interview, usually between September and early October.
6. Successful applicants complete the matching process through the National Resident Matching Program.