Fellowship in Pediatric Nephrology

1. Medical Degree or equivalent.
2. United States citizenship, Canadian citizenship, or permanent resident status in the United States is preferred.
3. Non-citizens with J-1 visas may be considered on a case-by-case basis; currently, other visa types are not eligible.
4. Completion of 3 years of Pediatric Residency in an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education-approved program.
5. Expected satisfactory completion of requirements for Certification in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.
6. Registration with the National Resident Matching Program and submission of the National Resident Matching Program number.
7. California Medical License required at the time of starting the fellowship.

The Pediatric Nephrology Fellowship Program was founded in 1980 and provides specialized training in Pediatric Nephrology. The program prepares fellows to become accomplished physicians with expertise in Pediatric Nephrology and to work in academic and tertiary-care pediatric environments. Training includes general Pediatric Nephrology, dialysis and renal replacement therapy, renal transplantation and transplant immunology, and bone metabolic disease related to renal disease.

1. Applications must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service.
2. Required application materials include a Curriculum Vitae, Personal Statement, and 3 Letters of Recommendation.
3. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early because positions are competitive.
4. Applicants are notified about interview availability after their application is received.
5. The program participates in the National Resident Matching Program.