The
Cedars-Sinai/UCLA Multicampus Program in Infectious Diseases participates
in the yearly infectious disease fellowship match sponsored
by the Medical
Specialties Matching Program (MSMP) of the
National Residency Matching Program (NRMP). Applicants are chosen a year in advance and those
interested
in the program are encouraged to begin the application process
a full 1.5 years prior to the intended starting date.
NOTE: Although listed by ERAS as the VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Program, as of July 2008 this program is sponsored by the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. The NRAMP code for the fellowship program is 1030146F0 (listed under Cedars-Sinai Medical Center).
The
following are required for those applying to and entering the
program:
-
Graduation from an accredited medical school
- California State Medical License
- Completion of an Internal Medicine training program with board eligibility
- United States citizenship, permanent residency status or student visa
Interested
individuals meeting the above requirements should submit
applications through ERAS (Electronic
Residency Application Service) to the VA
Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Program (ACGME#
1460521195). Application to our program requires submission
of the following items:
-
Completed application
- Copies of all National Board, FLEX, and USMLE scores
- Four letters:
(1)
Dean's Letter from Medical School
(1) from either the Residency Program Director or Chairperson of the Department of Medicine
(2) from individuals well acquainted with the applicant's clinical activities and/or research experience
Once
all documents have been received, your file will be reviewed
by the Fellowship Committee. Interviews are arranged in Los
Angeles and are conducted January through April. Interviews
last a full day and include visits to the VA and Cedars Sinai
Medical Centers. Interview days are selected to maximize the
applicant's exposure to all aspects of our Program (Tuesdays
and Fridays).
