If you are interested in applying to the Molecular Genetic Pathology Fellowship Program, please send Sheena Hovey a cover letter, CAP Standardized Pathology Fellowship Application, current curriculum vitae, personal statement, medical school Dean’s letter, three letters of recommendation that include one from the Director of your Residency Program and two additional faculty, USMLE scores (steps 1, 2, and 3), copy of ECFMG certificate (applies to international medical graduates only), copy of Permanent Visa (if applicable), and copy of medical school diploma.
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Applications will be accepted until fellowship position(s) are filled.
Eligibility for fellowship
Applications will be accepted from residents who are MD or MD/PhD and have residency training in Pathology (from an ACGME accredited program only).
Priority deadline
Applications are accepted in on an ongoing, rolling basis until fellowship positions are filled for any given fellowship year. Typically we begin to review applications approximately 18 months prior to the fellowship start date. Applications will continue to be accepted until fellowship position is filled.
Certification requirements
Medical specialty certification in the United States is a voluntary process which serves multiple purposes for the trainee and the public.
Certification...
- is one mission of the training program (to produce trainees who meet board eligibility criteria);
- distinguishes a physician as someone with a distinct level of expertise;
- provides more opportunities when applying for employment;
- is a commitment to life-long improvement for providing the best patient care; and
- elevates physicians into the ranks of doctors committed to the highest standards of healthcare.
For more information visit the American Board of Pathology for specifics on board certification requirements.
Interviews
We will interview about 3–4 candidates for one position beginning on January 1 for the following year following the Match guidelines. Orientation for all new fellows begins on July 1, so you must be available for that start date and be licensed in Iowa by June 30.
I got an interview! Now what?
The interview will be conducted virtually. You would receive an invitation email with itinerary and a link for the Zoom meeting. The components of your day will include: an overview of the fellowship program, possible individual meetings with the Head of the Department of Pathology, Vice Chair of Educational Affairs, faculty, current fellow(s), and lab personnel within the division. If there is a specific person you would like to visit with please let us know and we will try our best to accommodate your request.