Fellowship in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

• Must have completed or be completing an accredited Pediatrics or Internal Medicine Residency Program.
• Must possess an MD, DO, MBBS, or equivalent medical degree.
• Must meet the University of Illinois Graduate Medical Education (GME) requirements.
• Must apply through ERAS and participate in the NRMP Fellowship Match.
• International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must meet certification requirements; the program sponsors J-1 visas only.

The Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Fellowship is a 3-year, ACGME-accredited fellowship program that provides advanced training in the evaluation and management of developmental, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders in children and adolescents. Fellows gain comprehensive clinical experience in diagnosing and treating conditions such as autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, learning disabilities, developmental delays, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral disorders. The program offers interdisciplinary training through clinical practice, research, advocacy, leadership development, medical education, and community-based experiences, including participation in the Illinois Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) Program. The fellowship prepares graduates for careers in academic medicine, clinical practice, research, and leadership in developmental-behavioral pediatrics.