Family Planning Fellowship Program
Duration: 2 Year(s)
UCSF School of Medicine, San Francisco
San Francisco, California, USA
Course TypeFellowship
Course Specialty
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Affiliation
University of California San Francisco (UCSF)
Overview
The Family Planning Fellowship Program (Complex Family Planning Fellowship) at UCSF School of Medicine, San Francisco is a specialized subspecialty training program that provides education in a fully integrated clinical and research environment. Fellows gain extensive hands-on experience in contraception, abortion care, and complex reproductive health services across hospital and outpatient settings, including public health systems and independent clinics. The program offers opportunities to work with leading experts in the field while engaging in clinical care, research, policy development, and advocacy related to reproductive health. It emphasizes development of advanced clinical skills, academic research, and teaching abilities, preparing fellows for leadership roles in academic medicine and specialized reproductive healthcare.
Admission Intake
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
Fellows receive a stipend/salary as per UCSF graduate medical education pay scale; the amount varies by year of training and institutional guidelines.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Must have completed residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology (ACGME-accredited, USA)
- Applicants from other specialties or non-US residencies are not accepted
- Strong interest in family planning, reproductive health, research, and advocacy
- Must meet UCSF Graduate Medical Education (GME) requirements
- Selection based on academic background, clinical training, and career goals
Minimum Education
MD (Doctor of Medicine)Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
Admission Process:
- Apply through the ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service)
- Also follow guidelines from the Society of Family Planning fellowship application system
- Submit required documents:
- ERAS application form
- CV / Resume
- Personal statement
- Letters of recommendation
- Applications are reviewed by faculty committee based on:
- Academic performance
- Clinical skills
- Research interest and career goals
- Interview process for shortlisted candidates
- Final selection in accordance with UCSF GME policies and regulations
