We are excited to share that Akron Children’s Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics (DBP) Fellowship is currently accepting applications for our ACGME-accredited, three-year DBP Fellowship, with positions beginning in July 2026. We accept applications through ERAS and participate in the Pediatric Specialties NRMP Match.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION
Our DBP Fellowship provides a comprehensive training experience in a supportive environment which equips fellows with skills to excel in leadership roles as clinicians, educators, researchers, and advocates for children and adolescents with complex developmental and behavioral needs. Key highlights of our program include:
- Diverse Clinical Exposure: Fellows gain significant depth and breadth of clinical experiences in a wide range of settings.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Fellows engage in team-based evaluations across a variety of interdisciplinary clinics.
- Educational Opportunities and Innovation: Fellows have hands-on opportunities to teach others while benefiting from faculty who use innovative strategies to create a supportive and dynamic learning environment.
- Strong Support and Mentorship: Fellows receive robust mentorship in scholarly work, leadership and advocacy from faculty dedicated to their growth.
- Personalized Training Opportunities: Fellows have flexibility to tailor their training to align with personal interests and career goals, ensuring a customized learning experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS
We will participate in the 2025-2026 NRMP Fellowship Match. Applications should be submitted via ERAS at
👉 Apply to Fellowships with the ERAS® System | Students & Residents
LEARN MORE
Visit our program website:
🔗 Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics Fellowship
CONTACT INFORMATION:
For more information or application instructions, please contact:
Dr. Kristen Stefanski
Fellowship Program Director, Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics
Akron Children’s
Associate Professor of Pediatrics, Northeast Ohio Medical University
Email: kstefanski@akronchildrens.org
Anna Dusseau
Fellowship Coordinator
Email: adusseau@akronchildrens.org
