Geriatric Medicine Fellowship
Our program is housed in the Department of Family and Geriatric Medicine and is closely affiliated with the University of Louisville Trager Institute. We are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) for this one year post-graduate education program for physicians who have completed a residency in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine.
Fellows are exposed to a variety of clinical environments, including UofL Health - UofL Hospital, UofL Health - Jewish Hospital, Frazier Rehab Institute and the VA Medical Center. To prepare fellows for a wide range of career opportunities, fellows train in various clinical settings, including acute care, subacute rehab, long term care, outpatient clinic, program of all-inclusive care for the elderly (PACE) and home care.
As members of an interdisciplinary team, fellows gain experience in managing complex patients, leading a team and providing comprehensive geriatric care. Fellows learn about systems of care, quality improvement, educating others and advocacy.
Our goal is to train physicians to be geriatricians, educators, health systems experts, community leaders, advocates and innovators in change. Our graduates have taken career positions in many areas, including academic geriatricians, private practice geriatricians, VA geriatricians, as well as primary care physicians and subspecialists with board certification/certificate of added qualifications in geriatrics.
Program Details
Application and Interview Process
Application Procedure
The following information outlines the process for residents applying to a geriatric medicine fellowship, beginning July 1
Applicants must have their files completed for screening prior to receiving an invitation to interview. Applications must be submitted using ERAS.
A completed ERAS application contains the following documents:
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ERAS application
ERAS Application about2
3-5 letters of recommendation
Stipend & Benefits
Stipend rates for the geriatric medicine fellowship are calculated and governed by Graduate Medical Education. As of July 2024, the yearly stipend rate for an incoming fellow, at the PGY-4 level, is $69,244.93 per year or $5,770.41 monthly.
Term life insurance is provided for all residents, in the amount of $2000 of life insurance for each $1000 of annual stipend. Accidental death and dismemberment coverage is included.
Single and family coverage is available at group rates. Several different plans at varying costs are available to choose from. Residents may choose Premium Conversion, which permits payment of premiums with pre-tax dollars. Flexible Spending Accounts also available.
The Faculty Practice Office in the Outpatient Care Center will provide annual examination, including cleaning and up to four bitewing x-rays, to residents free of charge. Any additional services are the responsibility of the resident. Residents can call 852-5401 for information. Residents may also purchase, at group rates, dental insurance in both single and family plans.
Other benefits are available and information can be provided upon request.