Requirements & Eligibility

The Hematology and Medical Oncology Fellowship Program at Northwestern University is specifically oriented to train physicians with an interest in academic medicine. It is three years in duration and includes all of the American Board of Internal Medicine requirements for eligibility for board certification in both medical oncology and hematology. In addition, up to 18 months of protected laboratory time is available for fellows with an interest in laboratory-based research. Alternatively, individuals with an interest in clinical research are provided with a curriculum to develop a career in clinically based academic medicine.

At the present time, only residents who are in an ACGME accredited residency program in a US hospital are considered, and if not permanent US residents, individuals must already have an appropriate VISA that will permit a three-year stay for training (usually a "J" VISA). Appointment is contingent with receipt of a valid Illinois Permanent License.