Fellowship in Nephrology Research

1. Must hold a medical degree or equivalent qualification.
2. Must complete a three-year residency in Internal Medicine accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education before the fellowship begins.
3. Must submit three letters of recommendation, including one from the residency program director.
4. Must provide a personal statement.
5. Must submit the Electronic Residency Application Service application and United States Medical Licensing Examination or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination transcript.
6. Applicants requiring visa sponsorship may be considered for J-1 or H-1B visas.
7. Interviews are by invitation and usually take place from September through early October.

The Nephrology Research Fellowship at Yale School of Medicine is a three-year training program that combines clinical nephrology with advanced research. The first year focuses on clinical practice and kidney disease management, while the second and third years are dedicated to research. Fellows can pursue clinical, basic science, or translational research under faculty mentorship. The program offers access to advanced research facilities and opportunities to pursue additional degrees in public health, epidemiology, bioinformatics, or investigative medicine.

1. Applicants must complete a three-year accredited Internal Medicine residency before the fellowship begins.
2. Prepare a personal statement, current curriculum vitae, and three letters of recommendation, including one from the residency program director.
3. Submit the application through the Electronic Residency Application Service when the fellowship application cycle opens in spring.
4. Provide the required United States Medical Licensing Examination or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination transcript.
5. Submit the application early because interview invitations are issued according to application receipt and availability.
6. Selected applicants attend interviews, usually held from September through early October.
7. Applicants participate in the applicable fellowship matching process through the National Resident Matching Program.