Applications to the Pediatric Pulmonary Medicine Fellowship Program are accepted through ERAS starting in July.

Deadline

Pediatric Pulmonary is a July application cycle specialty. Applicants may begin applying and programs begin receiving applications starting in July. Interviews will take place from August to October with the match ranking beginning in October. The deadline for rank order is in November, with the match day occurring in December for the following year July start date.

Please visit ERAS for more information.

Application materials

Please include the following documents with your application:

  • ERAS application
  • Three letters of recommendation (one from residency director)
  • Personal statement
  • Medical school transcript
  • Wallet-size color photograph
  • USMLE transcript (transmitted by the NBME)
  • COMPLEX transcript (transmitted by the NBOME for DO applicants)
  • ECFMG status report (for international medical graduates only) 

Program eligibility

  • Graduate from one of the following:
    • United States or Canadian medical school accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME)
    • United States college of osteopathic medicine accredited by the American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
    • Medical school outside the United States or Canada, and also:
      • Have a valid certificate from the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) and have a passing score for Step 1 and Step 2 of the USMLE,
      • Be a U.S. citizen, a legal permanent resident, or hold a visa which provides eligibility to work in the U.S. Typical visas are J-1 (requires Steps 1 and 2 of USMLE and ECFMG certification) and H1-B (requires departmental approval, and Steps 1, 2 and 3 of USMLE, and an Iowa medical license)
  • Meet Iowa Board of Medicine licensure requirements

The interview

When do interviews take place?

Interviews will take place from August – October for the following year July start date. Our fellowship program coordinator will reach out to determine your availability by email and once a date is agreed upon, an itinerary will be arranged and provided to the candidate well in advance of the date.  Generally candidates arrive the evening before the interview and depart late afternoon the day of the interview. The candidate will arrange their own flight reservation and the fellowship program is pleased to provide hotel accommodations, meals, and ground transportation to and from the hospital and airport.

What should I expect the night before my interview?

One of our team members will meet you in the hotel lobby to escort you to dinner with current fellows, faculty members, and significant others. Dress is casual but remember to wear a light jacket in case of cooler evening temperatures. This get-together is an opportunity for you to meet us, your potential future colleagues, and we are here to answer your questions. Don’t be shy about asking the things that are on your mind.

What should I expect on the interview day?

We will arrange for transportation from your hotel to the hospital, which will be outlined in your itinerary. We suggest business attire for your interview day. We are happy to keep any personal belongings for you in a secure place for the duration of your visit. We will provide to you an overview of the program, tour of the facilities, meetings with program director, division director, faculty members, research physicians, and a lunch meeting with current fellows. Depending on travel arrangements, meetings may extend into the afternoon.

Questions

Please contact our fellowship program coordinator listed at the bottom of this page, or contact fellowship leaders.

Learn about our program

Pediatric board certification

Medical specialty certification in the United States is a voluntary process which serves multiple purposes for the trainee and the public. Our training program aims to produce trainees who meet board eligibility criteria.

Certification:

  • Distinguishes a physician as someone with a distinct level of expertise
  • Provides more opportunities when applying for employment
  • Presents resources and tools by the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS)
  • Promotes a commitment to lifelong improvement for providing the best patient care
  • Elevates physicians into the ranks of doctors committed to the highest standards of healthcare

For more information visit the American Board of Pediatrics for specifics on board certification requirements.