In our Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship, fellows gain valuable clinical and academic experience through diverse rotations, benefiting from exposure to a broad spectrum of pathologies as part of our role as a National and International Referral Center.
Program Goals
Our Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship Program is dedicated to training physicians who will become the next generation of leaders in pediatric endocrinology. Our mission is to prepare fellows to excel not only as clinicians but also as researchers, educators, advocates, and innovators who shape the future of endocrine care for children and adolescents.
Our core goals are:
- To Develop Clinical Excellence in Pediatric Endocrinology:
Equip fellows with the skills to confidently manage the full spectrum of endocrine and metabolic conditions in children, from common endocrine disorders to complex pathologies requiring specialized, multidisciplinary care.
- To Foster Scientific Curiosity and Research Rigor:
Cultivate the ability to conduct high-quality research that addresses meaningful questions in pediatric endocrinology, advances health equity, and translates into improved patient outcomes. Fellows will learn to critically evaluate literature, design studies, and data interpretation, to complete a meaningful research project during their fellowship.
- To Cultivate Educators and Academic Contributors:
The program emphasizes mentorship, academic writing, and public speaking as essential tools for those pursuing careers in academic medicine.
- To Create Leaders in Health Systems and Community Care:
Prepare fellows to lead in diverse healthcare settings by teaching principles of systems-based practice, healthcare delivery improvement, and population health. Fellows will engage in quality improvement, understand the impact of social determinants of health, and advocate for policies that support endocrine health in children.
- To Promote Lifelong Learning and Career Development:
Support fellows in identifying and pursuing individualized career paths—whether in clinical care, academic medicine, or research.
Educational Sessions
Educational sessions are a cornerstone of comprehensive training in our Pediatric Endocrinology Fellowship. Fellows actively participate in case reviews, clinical guideline discussions, literature reviews, and journal clubs to stay current with evolving best practices. They also engage in research presentations, enhancing their skills in scientific communication and contributing to ongoing academic inquiry.
In addition, fellows take part in a variety of structured conferences, including our weekly mentor-led conference, monthly Thyroid Conference, weekly Radiology Conference, quarterly DSD Conference, and weekly Pediatric Grand Rounds.
Fellows also have the opportunity to participate in community events aimed at raising awareness about endocrine conditions, further enriching their role as advocates and educators.
These diverse educational activities ensure that fellows develop both clinical expertise and academic proficiency, preparing them to be leaders in the field of pediatric endocrinology.
| Educational Session |
1st Year |
2nd Year |
3rd Year |
| Didactic Talk (Guidelines, Case review, literature review, etc.) |
2 |
2 |
2 |
| Research Presentations |
1 |
2 |
2 |
| Quality Improvement Project |
1 |
1 |
1 |
| Journal club |
2 |
2 |
2 |
Curriculum
Outpatient Clinics
First-year fellows establish a Continuity Clinic with patients assigned from inpatient admissions and referrals from community pediatricians. Fellows collaborate with attendings, diabetes educators, dietitians, social workers, nurse practitioners, psychologists, and staff to provide optimal care to their patients.
Fellows attend subspecialty clinics including: Genetics, Turner’s Syndrome, DSD Clinic, Obesity Clinic, Diabetes Multidisciplinary clinic, Transition T1DM clinic, Late effects Clinic, and Bone Clinic.
Inpatient Rotation
In inpatient rotations, fellows lead rounds and coordinate patient care, working closely with attending physicians, residents, medical students. They are responsible for teaching and supervising junior team members, ensuring comprehensive care for hospitalized patients with complex endocrine issues.
| |
1st Year |
2nd Year |
3rd Year |
| IN-PATIENT SERVICE |
~20 weeks |
~10 weeks |
~8 weeks |
| Mentored Research |
4 months |
9 months |
10 months |
| Clinics (endocrinology, diabetes, subspecialty and electives) |
4/week |
2/week |
2/week |
| Vacation |
4 weeks |
4 weeks |
4 weeks |
| Diabetes Camp |
Complete 1 camp - Year 1, 2, or 3 |
Research and Mentoring
Research is a vital component of our fellowship program. By the end of the first year, fellows will have completed the research boot camp and become familiar with our Research Institute and its team members. With guidance from their mentors, fellows are expected to select a research topic, identify a Scholarly Oversight Committee (SOC), and submit an IRB protocol.
This structure ensures that fellows begin meaningful research early in their training, with projects that continue throughout all three years. Fellows engage in mentored research, present their findings at conferences, and contribute to quality improvement initiatives. This structured approach supports the development of both clinical expertise and academic proficiency, preparing fellows for successful careers in pediatric endocrinology.