Neonatal Perinatal Medicine Fellowship

1. Applicants must hold a Medical Degree (MD) or equivalent.
2. United States citizenship or permanent resident status is required according to the program’s eligibility criteria.
3. Applicants must be expected to complete the requirements for certification in Pediatrics by the American Board of Pediatrics.
4. Applicants must register with the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
5. Applicants must obtain a California medical license before starting the fellowship.

The UCLA Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Fellowship provides clinical and research training in the care of premature, critically ill, and high-risk newborns. Fellows train in neonatal intensive care units at UCLA Mattel Children’s Hospital and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. Clinical experience includes neonatal resuscitation, ventilatory and cardiovascular support, neonatal transport, high-risk infant follow-up, and multidisciplinary care. The program also offers research opportunities in laboratory, clinical, translational, and outcomes-based research, preparing fellows for careers in clinical practice, academic medicine, and research.

1. Submit the application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Provide a curriculum vitae (CV) and personal statement.
3. Submit three letters of recommendation, including one from the residency program director.
4. Register with the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
5. Review the official ERAS and NRMP calendars for current application and matching deadlines.