Fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine

1. Applicants must hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
2. Applicants must have completed an accredited Family Medicine residency program in the United States.
3. Applicants must be board-eligible or board-certified in Family Medicine.
4. Applicants must be eligible to obtain a California medical license if they do not already hold one.
5. Applicants must meet the program's requirements to qualify for the Certificate of Added Qualification (CAQ) in Sports Medicine.

The Primary Care Sports Medicine Fellowship at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine provides advanced training in sports-related injuries, musculoskeletal conditions, and exercise medicine. The University of California San Diego is a public research university located in La Jolla, California, known for medical education and scientific research. Its School of Medicine offers specialized clinical training and opportunities for academic development. The fellowship provides practical experience in injury prevention, rehabilitation, ultrasound-guided procedures, athlete care, and sports-related medical conditions, preparing physicians for careers in sports medicine and team physician services.

1. Complete an accredited Family Medicine residency program in the United States.
2. Prepare a curriculum vitae, personal statement, and other required application documents.
3. Submit the application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
4. Include the required response to one of the program's personal statement prompts.
5. Submit the application by October 1 of the year before the fellowship begins.
6. Attend an interview if shortlisted; interviews are typically conducted in November.
7. Complete the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) matching process and fulfil the licensing and institutional appointment requirements.