We have four (4) available positions annually for our ACGME-accredited training program. Our program ACGME ID# is 151412060.
To apply, please go to the ERAS website to submit your application. For questions regarding the application process via ERAS, please visit the ERAS Fellowship website or call ERAS at 215-966-3940.
Eligibility
- Three (3) years of training in a U.S.-based internal medicine or family medicine residency program
- MD or DO degree
- U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Resident or J-1 visa
Required Documents
- ERAS Application
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Personal Statement
- Medical School Transcript/Medical School Performance Evaluation (MSPE)
- USMLE and/or COMLEX scores
- Three (3) Letters of Recommendation (*at least 1 LOR must be from a residency program director*)
- Photograph (optional)
Interviews
We typically begin reviewing applications in mid-July and send out first round interview invites by 1st week of August, with additional rounds of invitations sent in early and mid-September. It is strongly recommended to submit your application by early July in order to secure an interview spot. Deadline for applications is September 30th.
Itineraries are sent out 2-3 weeks in advance of your interview day. Interviews are conducted virtually (usually on Fridays) via remote teleconferencing and are an opportunity to get to know our faculty and current fellows and learn more about our program. Each interview “day” is approximately 3 hours (9A – 12P or 1 – 4P) with the opportunity to attend our Division of Geriatric Medicine Grand Rounds (8-9A).
Results of the NRMP Medicine Specialties Match are released at 12:00 PM in late November or early December.
Visit UPHS HR & YOU for more information on salary and benefits available to University of Pennsylvania Health System fellows.
Contact
Beth Garstkiewicz, MSEd
Program Coordinator
Phone: 215-898-9402
Email: gerifellow@uphs.upenn.edu
Fellow Experiences
Hishen Dang, DO (2019-2020) – Geriatrician, AltaMed PACE, Los Angeles, CA
Mariana Gonzalez, MD (2019-2020) – Internist, Cpl. Michael J. Crescenz Dept. of Veterans Affairs Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA
Rose Onyeali, MD (2019-2020) – Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine, University of Pennsylvania