Fellowship in Infectious Diseases (FID)
Duration: 3 Year(s)
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Chicago
Chicago, Illinois, USA
Course TypeFellowship
Course Specialty
Infectious Diseases
Affiliation
Northwestern University - Chicago
Overview
The Infectious Diseases Fellowship at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is a two-year ACGME-accredited program that provides comprehensive training in both clinical infectious diseases and scholarly inquiry. Fellows care for a diverse patient population with routine and highly complex infections across inpatient and outpatient settings. The curriculum includes extensive exposure to HIV medicine, transplant infectious diseases, infection prevention, and antimicrobial stewardship. Fellows work closely with multidisciplinary teams and participate in microbiology laboratory rotations, didactic conferences, and research projects under the guidance of accomplished faculty mentors. Opportunities for clinical, translational, and basic science research enable fellows to develop as physician-scientists and leaders in the field. Graduates are well prepared for careers in academic medicine, public health, and specialized infectious disease practice.
Admission Intake
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
Fellows receive a PGY-level salary according to the McGaw Medical Center stipend schedule and are provided health, dental, vision, professional liability, retirement, paid leave, and CME benefits.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
- Completion of an accredited Internal Medicine residency.
- Board eligible or board certified in Internal Medicine.
- Eligible for Illinois medical licensure.
- Apply through ERAS and participate in the NRMP Match.
- Submit a CV, personal statement, letters of recommendation, transcripts, and examination scores.
- Successfully complete interviews and credentialing requirements.
Minimum Education
MD (Doctor of Medicine)Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
Admission Process:
- Complete an accredited Internal Medicine residency program.
- Apply through ERAS and register for the NRMP Match.
- Submit all required supporting documents.
- Participate in faculty interviews.
- Upon matching, complete Illinois licensure, credentialing, and onboarding before beginning the fellowship.
