Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the Nephrology Fellowship Program, applicants must meet the following minimum criteria:
- Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the United States
- J-1 visa status holders are eligible candidates to apply.
- Please note, applicants on H-1B visa status are not eligible.
- Residency Training: Must be currently enrolled in or have successfully completed an ACGME or ACGME-I accredited Internal Medicine residency program
We accept applications through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) web portal. The ERAS portal is part of the Association of American Medical Colleges. The fellowship match is conducted by the National Resident Matching Program through its “Specialties Matching Service.” The Baylor College of Medicine International Services Office can answer specific questions for applicants on visa. Applicants must have completed an internal medicine residency program from an accredited institution.
The Section of Nephrology at Baylor College of Medicine has a total of 10 fellowship slots. The goal of this program is to prepare individuals for academic or private practice careers with broad clinical training in nephrology.
Our program is nationally recognized and highly. Our faculty serves at the highest levels of many national organizations, including the Kidney Disease Improving Global Outcomes, the American Society of Nephrology and the National Kidney Foundation. Fellows matriculate into one of two tracks: two year clinical track or three year mentored research track.
If accepted to the three-year mentored research fellowship, the second and third year of the fellowship will be research focused with limited clinical service, and will provide the opportunity to complete an advanced research degree (Masters in Clinical Investigation).
For questions about the Nephrology Fellowship, contact:
Maulin Shah, M.D.
Fellowship Program Director
maulin.shah@bcm.edu
Markita Harrell
Nephrology Fellowship Coordinator
markita.harrell@bcm.edu
Mailing Address:
One Baylor Plaza - BCM620
Houston, TX 77030-3411
Physical Address:
Baylor College of Medicine Medical Center
McNair Campus
7200 Cambridge St., Suite 8B
Houston, TX 77030
Wellness & Community
We take wellness seriously. Our program prides itself on a strong sense of collegiality and community.
Throughout the website, you’ll find photos from our fellowship gatherings, team-building events, and social get-togethers- a reflection of the supportive and inclusive environment we foster.
Benefits
- Fellows receive a CME allowance each year to use for conferences and/or educational material.
- Each trainee has 21 vacation days: 15 weekdays and 3 weekends; nine days for academic leave (conferences, interviews). For most types of leave, fellows are NOT required to find cross-coverage for clinical responsibilities while on leave.
- Each fellow receives several textbooks, lab-coats and other perks.