Pediatric Obesity Fellowship
Program Overview
The Pediatric Obesity Fellowship Program at ֲý Children’s Hospital, Delaware, in affiliation with the Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University, is one of the only programs in the country focused on training physicians to be academic leaders in the field of pediatric obesity.
- Curriculum
- Research & Training
- Salary & Benefits
- Location & Living
- Faculty & Participants
Our Fellowship Program
Our 2-year program, an accredited , provides robust clinical training in the treatment of children with obesity, coupled with comprehensive training in clinical research and population health, with opportunities for community advocacy.
Upon completion of the fellowship, our fellows are competitive for academic faculty positions in general pediatrics at major institutions, bringing unique expertise in the prevention and treatment of pediatric obesity.
Training Overview
Forty percent of the fellow’s time is dedicated to clinical training in one of the most reputable tertiary care pediatric obesity clinics in the country. Under faculty supervision, fellows will acquire the clinical skills to provide evidence-based, family-centered evaluation and treatment to children and adolescents with obesity and related comorbidities, working closely with an interdisciplinary team of specialists, including psychologists, dietitians, exercise physiologists, social workers and bariatric surgeons.
Sixty percent of the fellow’s time is dedicated to research training, with opportunity to receive a or equivalent research degree and support to complete a research project in their area of interest within the field of childhood obesity, under the mentorship of senior faculty at ֲý and Thomas Jefferson University.
Research
Fellows will receive comprehensive research training throughout their two-year fellowship through a combination of formal education opportunities, mentorship and networking, and experiential training with the completion of a research project tailored to their interests in the field of pediatric obesity.
Formal Education and Training
- or equivalent degree
- ֲý didactic lecture series for subspecialty fellows
- webinars
Mentorship and Career Development
- Primary mentor, selected based on fellow’s area of interest, guides primary research project
- Scholarly Oversight Committee advises on professional development
- Opportunities for networking at national conferences and within national pediatric obesity networks
Experiential Research
- Design, implement and complete an independent research project in area of interest
- Internal funding opportunity available through the ֲý Department of Biomedical Research
- Access to support and resources through the ֲý Center for Healthcare Delivery Science and to complete project
Salary & Benefits
Salary
- PGY 1: $61,341
- PGY 2: $63,261
- PGY 3: $65,840
- PGY 4: $68,655
- PGY 5: $71,430
- PGY 6: $74,419
- PGY 7: $77,078
- PGY 8: $78,267
About Our Hospital in Delaware
The ֲý Children’s Hospital, Delaware is a multispecialty, tertiary care teaching institution located on a 300-acre estate in the scenic Brandywine Valley in Wilmington, Del.
Among the hospital’s amenities for all staff are:
- Free parking
- Park-like setting
- Gym/fitness center
- On-site child care center for children of staff
Living in Delaware Valley
Because of our location in the tri-state area of Delaware, New Jersey and Pennsylvania, we offer unique living/working opportunities. For example, you can choose to live in the downtown Philadelphia area and easily commute to our park-like hospital campus in Wilmington.
Train With Recognized Leaders
If you’re looking for a rewarding program built on academic excellence and family-centered care, ֲý Children's offers outstanding medical, surgical, pharmacy, nursing, therapy and psychology programs. Train with faculty who are respected leaders in their fields, a patient care model that stands apart and access to groundbreaking research.
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Application Requirements
Application Deadline: September 1, 2021
Training Begins: July 1, 2022
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3. Personal statement addressing the following (two pages or less)
- Describe your reason(s) for pursuing pediatric obesity fellowship.
- Describe your research and clinical interest(s), and project idea(s)
- Describe your career goals
4. Letters of recommendation (minimum three)
- One from pediatric residency program director
- Two other letters supporting your candidacy
5. Curriculum Vitae
6. Medical transcript and USMLE scores
Eligibility of Candidates
- Completed a three-year accredited pediatric residency program
- Board eligible/board-certified in pediatrics
- If a citizen of a country other than the United States, or without permanent resident status in the United States, a copy of current and appropriate visa(s).
Questions About Applying?
Racquel Richardson
Fellowship Coordinator
(302) 298-8820
racquel.richardson@nemours.org
Thao-Ly Tam Phan, MD, MPH
Program Director
(302) 651-4968
thaoly.phan@nemours.org