How competitive is gastroenterology fellowship?

How competitive is gastroenterology fellowship?

Over the past few years, gastroenterology (GI) has become one of the most competitive subspecialties included in the internal medicine fellowship match [1,2,3]. In data published by the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) in 2019, there were 908 applicants for 577 first-year GI fellow positions [4].

How long is hepatology fellowship?

2-5 years
The program is offered for a period of 2-5 years depending upon the applicant’s career goals and research projects.

Is gastroenterology a competitive specialty?

In recent years, gastroenterology has become one of the most competitive subspecialties included in the internal medicine fellowship match, which increases the stressful nature of an already potentially nerve-wracking process for the trainee.

Are gastroenterologists happy?

In fact, gastroenterologists were among the most likely of all specialties to describe themselves as “very” or “extremely” happy at work, at 33%. They were one of the happier specialties outside of work as well, with 53% describing themselves as “very” or “extremely” happy outside of work.

Can a gastroenterologist get a Hepatology Fellowship?

If you have completed an ACGME accredited Gastroenterology Fellowship, you qualify for our ACGME accredited Transplant Hepatology Fellowship Program. The Hepatology Fellowship is a 12- month training program with an emphasis on treating patients with chronic liver disease in an outpatient setting.

How long does it take to become a hepatologist?

There are two pathways available to achieve certification in transplant hepatology. One year of advanced training for those who have completed a three-year fellowship in gastroenterology. (Total of four years for completion of gastroenterology and transplant hepatology fellowship training.) Advanced training in general and transplant hepatology

Is there a deadline for the Hepatology Fellowship?

There is no formal match system for this fellowship and no uniform application deadline. Most programs have only 1-2 positions available, and late applicants may have fewer choices.

When did AASLD start Hepatology pilot program?

From 2012 – 2019 this was a pilot competency-based training program sponsored by the AASLD and the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) that granted exceptions to individual trainees to focus on achieving competency in transplant hepatology during the third year of gastroenterology fellowship.