Fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care
Duration: 3 Year(s)
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (JHUSOM), Baltimore
Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Course TypeFellowship
Course Specialty
Pediatric Critical Care
Affiliation
Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore
Overview
The Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is a rigorous 3-year program designed to train physicians in the comprehensive management of critically ill infants, children, and adolescents. It provides extensive hands-on experience in a high-acuity Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU), where fellows manage complex medical and surgical cases, including trauma, transplant, and multi-organ failure. The program emphasizes advanced clinical skills such as mechanical ventilation, ECMO, neurocritical care, and renal support, while also integrating research, teaching, and leadership development. Fellows work closely with multidisciplinary teams and gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies and evidence-based practices, preparing them for careers in academic medicine, pediatric critical care leadership, and specialized clinical practice.
Admission Intake
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
Approximately $79,000 – $90,000 per year (depending on PGY level)
Accomodation:
At Your Own
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- Completion of Pediatrics Residency (ACGME-accredited or equivalent)
- Board-eligible or board-certified in Pediatrics
- Valid medical degree (MD/DO or equivalent)
- ECFMG certification required for international applicants
- Eligible for U.S. training/licensure (Maryland medical license eligibility)
- Submission of letters of recommendation, transcripts & Dean’s letter
- Must be eligible for visa sponsorship (if applicable)
- Strong clinical background with interest in pediatric critical care
Minimum Education
MD (Doctor of Medicine)Doctor of Osteopathy (DO)
Admission Process:
- Apply through ERAS
- Submit application via Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS)
- Submit Required Documents
- CV, Personal Statement, MSPE (Dean’s letter), Transcripts
- Letters of Recommendation (usually 3)
- USMLE scores & ECFMG (if applicable)
- Program Review
- Faculty reviews applications using a holistic evaluation process
- Interview Invitation
- Shortlisted candidates are invited for formal interviews (virtual/on-site)
- Participate in Match (NRMP)
- Applicants must register with NRMP and submit rank list
- Final Selection (Match Result)
- Selection is done through the NRMP Match system
- Offer Acceptance & Credentialing
- Complete background check, licensing, and institutional onboarding
