Fellowship in Infectious Diseases (FID)

The Infectious Diseases Fellowship at UMass Chan Medical School is an ACGME-accredited program offering a 2-year Clinical Scholar Track and a 3-year Academic Research Track. Fellows receive comprehensive training in inpatient infectious disease consultation, outpatient ID care, transplant infectious diseases, HIV/ID, antimicrobial stewardship, hospital epidemiology, infection prevention, clinical microbiology, TB, travel medicine, and viral hepatitis. The program also provides opportunities for research, quality improvement, teaching, and specialized tracks in areas such as transplant ID, HIV/AIDS and community health, antimicrobial stewardship, and medical education.

1. Apply through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) if the program is participating through ERAS.
2. If applicable, register and apply through the NRMP (National Resident Matching Program).
3. Submit the required CV, personal statement, medical school and residency information, and examination scores through the application system.
4. Provide the required letters of recommendation.
5. Selected applicants are invited for an interview.
6. Applicants interested in the Academic Research Track are encouraged to contact potential research mentors during the application process to discuss research opportunities.
7. Complete the UMass Chan GME credentialing, licensing, employee health, and appointment requirements before beginning training.