Fellowship in Gastroenterology

• Must have an MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree
• Must have completed an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine Residency Program
• Must be eligible for Internal Medicine board certification before starting the fellowship
• International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must meet U.S. training requirements and have required certifications, including ECFMG certification where applicable
• Must fulfill U.S. medical licensing requirements for fellowship training
• Applicants should demonstrate strong interest in Gastroenterology, Hepatology, clinical care, research, and academic medicine

The Gastroenterology Fellowship Program at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is an advanced subspecialty training program designed to develop expert physicians in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary diseases. The program provides comprehensive clinical training in gastroenterology, hepatology, endoscopy, and related subspecialty areas including inflammatory bowel disease, liver disease, gastrointestinal oncology, nutrition, neurogastroenterology, and therapeutic endoscopy. Fellows receive training through inpatient gastroenterology consult services, hepatology services, outpatient specialty clinics, and endoscopic procedures. The fellowship also emphasizes clinical research, translational research, teaching skills, and academic development through mentorship and dedicated research opportunities, preparing fellows for careers as academic clinicians, educators, and physician-scientists

1. Complete Internal Medicine Residency

• Applicants must complete an accredited Internal Medicine residency program.

1. Check Fellowship Eligibility Requirements

• Ensure fulfillment of medical degree, board eligibility, licensing, and visa requirements.

1. Apply through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service)

• Submit the Gastroenterology Fellowship application through ERAS.

1. Submit Required Documents

• ERAS application
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Personal Statement
• Letters of Recommendation
• Medical school and residency documents
• USMLE/ECFMG documents (for applicable applicants)

1. Application Review

• The fellowship selection committee reviews applications.

1. Interview Process

• Selected candidates are invited for fellowship interviews.

1. NRMP Match Participation

• The program participates in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) Match.

1. Final Selection and Joining Formalities

• Selected fellows complete credentialing, licensing, and visa requirements (if applicable) before joining.