Program Website: http://www.massgeneral.org/children/education/fellowship.aspx?id=178
Program Director: Deborah Mitchell, MD
Program Overview
The Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship at Massachusetts General Hospital has been ACGME-accredited since November 1985 and is in good standing. Over 30 fellows have successfully completed the program, which offers comprehensive clinical and research training in pediatric endocrinology.
Duration: 3 years
Training Site: Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, MA
Prerequisite Training & Selection Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- M.D. or equivalent (e.g., MBBS)
- Completion of an ACGME-accredited residency in Pediatrics (or exception granted by GME)
- Successful completion of USMLE Steps 1, 2 CK, 2 CS, and, if eligible, Step 3
- Completed ERAS application
- ECFMG certification (if applicable)
- Massachusetts medical license (limited or full) and hospital appointment
- Visa eligibility (if applicable)
- Commitment to pursue Board certification in Pediatric Endocrinology
Program Goals
Our fellowship prepares trainees to:
- Deliver expert care in pediatric endocrinology across inpatient and outpatient settings
- Pass the American Board of Pediatrics Certification Exam in Pediatric Endocrinology
- Develop a strong foundation in physiology, pathophysiology, and research (basic, translational, genetic, clinical, and epidemiological)
- Critically evaluate medical literature and communicate effectively through writing and presentations
- Cultivate professionalism, ethics, and collaborative skills for patient care and teaching
Curriculum Highlights
- Year 1: Intensive clinical training (inpatient service, outpatient clinics, core conferences)
- Years 2 & 3: Dedicated research time with scholarly output; progressive clinical independence and teaching responsibilities
- Didactics: Weekly clinical and didactic conferences, monthly journal club, weekly Endocrine Grand Rounds
- Mentorship: Fellows receive guidance from clinical and research mentors; progression reviewed semi-annually by CCC and SOC
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Bethanie Calvanese, Pediatric Education Manager
bcalvanese@mgh.harvard.edu
