Fellowship in Non Invasive Cardiovascular Imaging

The Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging Fellowship at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is a two-year GME-recognized fellowship offered through the Division of Cardiology at the internationally renowned Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute. The program provides comprehensive training in advanced multimodality cardiovascular imaging with a strong emphasis on clinical excellence, innovation, and research. During the first year, fellows develop expertise in advanced transthoracic and transesophageal echocardiography, including 3D echocardiography, strain imaging, interventional echocardiography, structural heart imaging, and adult congenital heart disease imaging. The second year focuses on advanced Cardiac CT and Cardiac MRI, enabling fellows to achieve competency in the acquisition, interpretation, and clinical integration of these imaging modalities. Fellows participate in specialized imaging clinics, multidisciplinary structural heart conferences, and collaborative educational activities while receiving dedicated mentorship from nationally recognized cardiovascular imaging faculty. The curriculum includes protected research time, and fellows are expected to complete significant scholarly work suitable for presentation at national meetings and publication in peer-reviewed journals. Graduates are well prepared for careers in academic cardiovascular imaging, imaging laboratory leadership, and advanced clinical practice.

• Hold an MD, DO, or equivalent medical degree.
• Successfully complete an accredited Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship.
• Be board-certified or board-eligible in Cardiovascular Disease.
• Obtain a full Illinois medical license before July 1.
• International applicants must possess a valid ECFMG Certificate and appropriate visa sponsorship.
• Submit a completed McGaw GME Fellowship Application.
• Submit a current Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Submit a Personal Statement (maximum one page).
• Submit USMLE Step I, II, and III transcripts.
• Submit ABIM Board Certificate or board eligibility documentation.
• Submit ACLS and BLS certifications.
• Submit three letters of recommendation, including:
• One from the Cardiovascular Disease Fellowship Program Director.
• Two from cardiologists familiar with the applicant's clinical work.
• Participate in an interview if shortlisted