Fellowship in Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics

1. Completion of the required Pediatrics residency training for entry into the fellowship.
2. Applicants must meet the University of Tennessee Health Science Center Graduate Medical Education eligibility requirements.
3. United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 3 or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination of the United States (COMLEX-USA) Level 3 must be passed before starting fellowship training at the postgraduate year 3 or higher level.
4. International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must meet the applicable Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification requirements.
5. International Medical Graduates may hold J-1, permanent resident/Green Card, or other visa status permitted under the program's current Graduate Medical Education policy; H-1B sponsorship requires institutional approval.

The Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Fellowship at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) is a three-year program focused on advanced training in the evaluation and management of children with developmental and behavioral concerns, including autism spectrum disorders, attention problems, language disorders, learning disabilities, and intellectual disabilities. Fellows receive clinical experience at Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital, the UTHSC Center on Developmental Disabilities, related pediatric subspecialties, and community sites. Training includes comprehensive diagnostic assessments, targeted evaluations, treatment planning, longitudinal patient care, interdisciplinary collaboration, teaching, advocacy, and participation in the Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (LEND) program. Fellows also receive dedicated time and mentorship for scholarly activity and research in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics.

1. Submit the fellowship application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Complete and submit the application form, current curriculum vitae, personal statement, and required supporting documents.
3. Provide examination scores and three letters of recommendation as part of the application.
4. International Medical Graduates should provide their Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification, if applicable.
5. Applications are reviewed based on qualifications, examination scores, medical school performance, letters of recommendation, and other application materials.
6. Selected applicants are invited for an interview, with final selection made by the program leadership and selection committee.