Fellowship in Endocrinology

1. Must complete a three-year Internal Medicine residency accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) before starting the fellowship.
2. Applicants from diverse educational and professional backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
3. International medical graduates must obtain a J-1 visa through the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).
4. The program does not sponsor H-1B visas for fellowship training.

The Endocrinology Fellowship at UC San Diego School of Medicine provides advanced training in the diagnosis and management of diabetes, thyroid disorders, pituitary and adrenal diseases, and metabolic bone disorders. Fellows gain clinical experience in inpatient and outpatient care, specialty clinics, and research. UC San Diego School of Medicine is part of the University of California San Diego, a public research university in California. Its Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism combines specialized patient care, medical education, and scientific research to prepare physicians for careers in clinical practice and academic medicine.

1. Complete the fellowship application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Register for the Endocrinology Fellowship Match through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
3. Submit the required application information and supporting documents through ERAS.
4. Indicate interest in the Academic Track during the interview process if you wish to pursue an academic or research-focused career.
5. Selected applicants will receive an invitation to interview, with available dates and details provided by the program.
6. Complete the interview and matching process through the National Resident Matching Program.
7. International applicants must arrange the required J-1 visa through the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates before starting fellowship training.