Fellowship in Cardiovascular and Thoracic Imaging

1. Applicants must hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or equivalent medical degree.
2. Applicants must have completed an accredited radiology residency before starting the fellowship.
3. Applicants must be certified by or eligible for certification by the American Board of Radiology (ABR).
4. Applicants must hold a valid California medical license at the time of joining the fellowship.
5. International medical graduates without approved Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) training should review California medical licensing requirements before applying.

The University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) School of Medicine provides advanced medical education, clinical training, and research opportunities through its Department of Radiology. The Cardiothoracic Imaging Fellowship is a 12-month program that offers comprehensive training in chest and cardiac imaging, including chest radiography, computed tomography (CT), coronary CT angiography, cardiac CT, chest magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), cardiac MRI, and four-dimensional (4D) flow MRI. Fellows gain experience diagnosing complex cardiopulmonary conditions and participate in multidisciplinary conferences with specialists in cardiology, pulmonology, oncology, and cardiothoracic surgery. The program also provides opportunities for research in cardiac and thoracic imaging, lung transplantation, interstitial lung disease, and chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension.

1. Complete the official Cardiothoracic Imaging Fellowship application form.
2. Submit a personal statement explaining career goals and professional interests.
3. Provide three letters of recommendation, including one from the residency program director.
4. Submit an updated curriculum vitae.
5. Provide a copy of the medical school Dean's Letter.
6. Submit a copy of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) or Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (LMCC) transcript.
7. Submit a copy of the medical school diploma.
8. Submit the completed application and supporting documents for review.
9. Attend an interview if invited by the selection committee.