Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship
The Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship is a three-year ACGME-accredited program offering clinical and research training, with increasing responsibilities and flexibility in the second and third years.
Overview
The University of Louisville Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship is a three-year, ACGME-accredited program designed to provide extensive training in both clinical and research aspects of pediatric cardiology. The Fellowship offers a gradual increase in clinical responsibility, beginning with a clinical focus in the first year, followed by a more flexible second and third year that emphasizes academic training tailored to the Fellow’s career goals.
Fellows will gain hands-on experience under the mentorship of 20 pediatric cardiologists, 2 congenital cardiovascular surgeons and a dedicated cardiac staff. Clinical training will cover both congenital and acquired heart diseases at the Norton Children's Heart Institute, the largest heart center in Kentucky. Research opportunities are abundant, with access to multicenter collaborations and networks such as NPCQIC, PC4 and IMPACT. Fellows will be mentored by faculty involved in clinical research, education, advocacy and quality improvement.
The program aims to develop excellent clinical skills, critical appraisal of current literature and the ability to become clinical educators and leaders. It also focuses on understanding the role of social determinants of health in patient outcomes. Fellows have the option to pursue a Master’s degree or certificate to complement their clinical and research training, enhancing their academic depth in a field of interest.
Fellows engage in various learning activities, including weekly, monthly and quarterly conferences that address core knowledge areas. Weekly conferences include Surgical Conference (Heart Board), CICU Case Conference, Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship Curriculum, Pediatric Cardiology Specialty Workshops, Department of Pediatrics Grand Rounds and Fetal Board. Monthly conferences feature Journal Club, EP Multidisciplinary Discussion, Pediatric Innovation and Research Advisory Team, CV Surgery Teaching and ACHD Patient Conference. Quarterly conferences focus on Morbidity and Mortality, Combined Fellows Conference, Echo Quality Assurance and Quality Improvement Curriculum, Wellness and Research Methods, in collaboration with other UofL Fellows.
By the numbers, the program handles approximately 300 total surgical cases annually, 160 cardiopulmonary bypass cases, 190 index operations, 7 orthotopic heart transplants, 400 cardiac catheterizations, 90 electrophysiology cases, 16,500 outpatient visits, 11,600 echocardiograms, 150 transesophageal echocardiograms and 575 fetal echocardiograms per year.
Key Contacts
Joshua D. Kurtz, MD
Fellowship Director, Division of Pediatric Cardiology
Soham Dasgupta, MD
Associate Program Director, Pediatric Cardiology Fellowship
Camry Woodward
Fellowship Program Coordinator
(502) 852-7997
Program Details
Additional Information
The stipend rates for each PGY level are as follows:
- PGY 1: $61,867.64 annually / $5,155.64 monthly
- PGY 2: $64,179.69 annually / $5,348.31 monthly
- PGY 3: $66,251.94 annually / $5,521.00 monthly
- PGY 4: $69,244.93 annually / $5,770.41 monthly
- PGY 5: $72,601.03 annually / $6,050.09 monthly
- PGY 6: $75,877.94 annually / $6,323.16 monthly
- PGY 7: $79,034.94 annually / $6,586.25 monthly
- PGY 8: $83,236.00 annually / $6,936.33 monthly
Stipends reflect a 4% increase across all PGY levels. Moonlighting shifts are available for additional compensation at various clinical sites.
All Pediatric Subspecialty Fellows are provided:
- Basic Life Insurance (With the option of additional Term Life Insurance)
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Check out the UofL House Staff Benefits Guide for more information
Other Benefits:
- Vacation: 4 weeks paid vacation per year of fellowship
- Family Medical Leave (including parental)
- Retirement
Fellows are considered "eligible employees" and may contribute monies to any of UofL's retirement plans. - Worker's Compensation
All house staff are covered under the Kentucky Worker's Compensation statutes for injuries incurred while engaged in regularly assigned duties. - Professional Liability Insurance (Malpractice)
Professional liability insurance is provided by the University of Louisville or by affiliated hospitals through contract agreement. - Preventive Health Program
Hepatitis B immunization, an annual TB skin test and flu shots are required and furnished free of charge to all fellows. Additionally, COVID-19 testing and monitoring is also provided free of charge.
- Free parking in the attached, covered Norton Children's Hospital garage.
- On-call meals are provided at both Norton Children's Hospital and UofL Hospital
- Lab Coats are provided
- Additional expenses covered (some restrictions apply):
- Medical licenses
- Specialty memberships
- Scientific meeting registration and travel for first authors
- PALS/NRP training
- Academic allowances (journal subscriptions, books, conferences, etc.)
Fellows are eligible to purchase discount student athletic tickets through the UofL Athletics Department.
Our Department covers the cost of various Master's and Certificate programs, including:
Master's in Health Professions Education & Certificate
Gain skills for academic success, advance education research, improve healthcare teaching and explore teaching methods in healthcare. A Master's in Health Professions Education can set you apart in academic or leadership roles.
Master's in Health Care Ethics
Learn to navigate ethical dilemmas in clinical practice, contribute to ethics committees and teach medical ethics while engaging with future healthcare professionals.
Master's in Public Health & Certificate
Focus on evidence-based public health strategies, healthcare systems, cultural awareness in public policy and collaborative patient care within interprofessional teams.
Whether you are considering the University of Louisville Department of Pediatrics for subspecialty training, currently serving as a fellow or faculty member in our program, or simply stopping by, we are excited to showcase our programs, our facilities and our city – but most important, our Fellows. We are here to answer your questions.
Erin B. Owen, MD
Director of Pediatric Fellowships
Office of Medical Education
University of Louisville, Department of Pediatrics
601 S. Floyd Street, Suite 200
Louisville, Kentucky 40202
(502) 629-8828
The following information outlines the process for Residents applying for pediatric Fellowships, beginning July 1, annually.
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:
- Current CV
- Personal statement
- Three letters of recommendation
- At least one letter of recommendation must come from your residency training program.
- Headshot
- Medical School Transcript
- Medical School Dean's letter
- USMLE transcript
- ECFMG status report
- The ECFMG Status Report is issued for International Medical Graduates only. If you are an International student, please include any additional necessary documents that support your Visa status.