Fellowship in Surgical Critical Care

1. Completion of an approved General Surgery residency.
2. Eligibility for a California medical license.
3. Board eligibility or certification by the American Board of Surgery.
4. Demonstrated teaching ability with medical students and residents.
5. International medical graduates must meet applicable certification and California medical licensing requirements.

The University of California San Diego School of Medicine provides advanced medical education, clinical training, and research opportunities through its Department of Surgery. The Division of Acute Care Surgery focuses on trauma care, emergency surgical conditions, burns, and the management of critically ill patients. It offers multidisciplinary clinical services and specialized intensive care training to improve outcomes for patients with complex surgical conditions. The one-year Surgical Critical Care Fellowship provides advanced training in the assessment and treatment of critically ill surgical patients, including those with traumatic injuries, severe infections, organ failure, and postoperative complications. Fellows gain practical experience in resuscitation, airway management, hemodynamic monitoring, mechanical ventilation, and organ support. The program also emphasizes clinical decision-making, multidisciplinary collaboration, teaching, research, and leadership in surgical intensive care.

1. Register and create an account on the Surgical Critical Care and Acute Care Surgery Fellowship Application Service (SAFAS) website.
2. Complete the online application.
3. Upload all required supporting documents as instructed on the application portal.
4. Attend an interview if selected after the initial application review.
5. Participate in the Surgical Critical Care Fellowship Match through the National Resident Matching Program.
6. Complete the required licensing, credentialing, and appointment procedures before joining the fellowship.