Fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care

1. A Medical Degree (MD) or equivalent.
2. U.S. citizenship, Canadian citizenship, or U.S. permanent resident status is preferred.
3. Applicants with J-1 or H-1B visas may be considered on a case-by-case basis; other visa types are currently not eligible.
4. Completion of three years of pediatric residency in an ACGME-approved program.
5. Expected eligibility for Pediatrics certification by the American Board of Pediatrics.
6. Registration with the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) and submission of the NRMP number.
7. A California medical license is required when starting the fellowship.

The UCLA Pediatric Critical Care Fellowship provides advanced clinical training in caring for critically ill children, with opportunities for research and mentorship. Fellows develop expertise in intensive care, medical procedures, evidence-based treatment, and clinical or laboratory research. The program prepares fellows for careers in academic medicine or clinical practice.

1. Submit the application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Include a curriculum vitae, personal statement, and three letters of recommendation.
3. Applications are reviewed starting in August.
4. Interviews are scheduled from August through October.
5. The rank list is due in November, and Match Day takes place in December.