Fellowship in Geriatric Medicine

1. Candidates must have a Medical Degree (MD or equivalent)
2. Must have successfully completed an ACGME-accredited residency in:
3. Internal Medicine or
4. Family Medicine
5. Should be board certified or board eligible in the respective specialty (commonly expected for US fellowships)
6. Applicants should demonstrate:
7. Strong clinical skills
8. Interest in geriatric care, research, and education
9. Good communication and interpersonal abilitie

The Geriatric Medicine Fellowship at UCSF School of Medicine, San Francisco is a one-year, clinically focused training program designed to develop expertise in the comprehensive care of older adults. The program provides intensive hands-on experience across multiple care settings, including outpatient clinics, inpatient services, long-term care facilities, and community-based environments, enabling fellows to manage complex geriatric conditions such as multimorbidity, cognitive disorders, frailty, and polypharmacy. It emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach, where fellows work closely with healthcare professionals from various fields to deliver holistic, patient-centered care. In addition to clinical training, the fellowship integrates opportunities in teaching, research, and quality improvement, preparing physicians to become leaders in geriatric medicine and to advance care for the aging population.

1. Apply through the official UCSF Geriatrics Fellowship application portal/website
2. Submit required documents, typically including:
3. Updated CV
4. Personal statement
5. Letters of recommendation
3. Applications are reviewed by the fellowship selection committee
4. Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews
5. Final selection is based on:
6. Academic background
7. Clinical experience
8. Interview performance