Applying to the Program
Applications are accepted either through ERAS or by direct communication with our Fellowship Director and Administrative Coordinator. On a yearly basis, we make the choice as to whether to take candidates through ERAS/match or outside of the match.
Application Process
All applicants must apply online through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service).
Applicants must submit:
- ERAS application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Medical School Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- Photograph
- Letter of recommendation from your Program Director
- Two additional letters of recommendation (if you are not currently in a training program, one of the letters should be from your current position)
- USMLE /COMLEX scores
- ECFMG certificate
ERAS application deadline: July 15
Applicant Requirements
Prior to matriculation to fellowship training at Baystate Medical Center, all incoming fellows must have:
- Completed a 3-year ACGME-accredited residency program in Internal Medicine or Internal Medicine-Pediatrics
- Passed the USMLE Step 3 or COMLEX-USA Level 3 examination
- All fellowship candidates must fulfill Baystate's Resident & Fellow Appointment Requirements.
Institutional Policy on Visa Status
Fellows are sponsored on J1 visas through the ECFMG. Baystate Medical Center does sponsor a some select candidates for H1B visas.
Interviews
Completed ERAS applications will be reviewed by the Selection Committee. Selected candidates will be notified by the program and invited for an interview. Further details about your interview day will be provided at that time.
This Division participates in the National Residency Matching Program for Nephrology Fellowships and is fully certified by the ACGME.
Contact for Questions
Cheyenne Ferro
email Cheyenne.ferro@baystatehealth.org
phone 413.794.2759
Gail Wall
email Gail.Wall@baystatehealth.org
phone 413.794.2613